#LOOKINGOUT Season of Giving: St. Lucas, IA Team Brings Holiday Cheer and $5,000 to Local Museum

December 30, 2025

St. Lucia Impact Team 233, St. Lucas, IA hosted a Hearts and Hands fundraiser and Christmas Reflections open house on December 7 at the German American Museum. Serving a delicious variety of soup, sandwiches, and cookies, they raised $3,533 for the museum, with an additional $1,500 match from 1891 Financial Life. Great job!

About the German American Museum

The German American Museum, located in St. Lucas-Iowa, is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich cultural heritage of the German-American community.

About St. Lucia Impact Team 233

St. Lucia Impact Team 233 is proud to sponsor the Christmas Reflections event at the German American Museum. Comprised of 1891 Financial Life members, St. Lucia Impact Team 233 was founded in October 1952. Impact Team 233 is committed to supporting the Catholic faith and local initiatives that contribute to the vibrancy of the community. CLICK HERE to learn about becoming a member.

About 1891 Financial Life

At 1891 Financial Life (formerly National Catholic Society of Foresters) we don’t just sell policies, we offer possibilities. We pride ourselves on giving back to the communities that we serve by providing quality and comprehensive insurance solutions. We are a not-for-profit life insurance Society, which means the sales from these financial service products help fund member benefits along with social, educational, and volunteer programs designed to respond to community needs.

Our commitment to excellence has been recognized by Forbes, naming 1891 Financial Life among “The World’s Best Life Insurance Companies” in 2023 — and for the second time, as one of “America’s Best Life Insurance Companies,” ranking #1 in Term Life Insurance for 2026.

Our portfolio is extensive, ranging from various life insurance policies to our annuities to support your financial needs no matter what stage of life you’re in. For more information, contact us here.