Church Insurance
Churches and religious organizations have a unique set of insurance needs that standard commercial packages don't fully address. A church operates as a property owner, a public gathering place, a food service provider, an employer, and often a social service organization — all under one roof with le…
Key Coverages for Church Businesses
- Building and contents at replacement cost — including organ and A/V equipment
- Commercial general liability for premises injuries and outreach activities
- Directors and officers (D&O) liability for board and leadership
- Sexual misconduct and abuse liability — including defense costs
- Volunteer coverage — volunteers as additional insureds
- Business income loss if church facilities are damaged and unusable
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do churches need sexual misconduct coverage?
Sexual abuse claims against churches and youth programs have generated some of the largest insurance losses in recent decades. Standard GL often excludes sexual misconduct or limits coverage substantially. Church programs include this coverage becaus…
Are church volunteers covered by our insurance?
Most church package programs include volunteers as insureds for liability purposes — a volunteer leading a church-sponsored program is covered under the church's GL policy for bodily injury claims arising from their volunteer role. Review your policy…