He also supports the local fire department, helping out with their educational presentations to the public schools for Fire Prevention Week. His agency, V.F. McNeil also became a drop off location and donor for Toys for Tots for the first time this past year. Sturgess is a gold sponsor, volunteer and participates each year in the Branford Hammerfest Triathlon to benefit the Myelin Project. He also provides support to Special Olympics, the Multiple Sclerosis Bike Ride and the Sara Forbes Golf Tournament which benefits the Branford YMCA’s building fund. Sturgess also supports the Branford Community Dining Room financially each year. In addition to the monetary donation, he and his daughter donate their time to deliver dinner to those who are unable to leave their homes on Christmas day.

PIACT is a trade association representing professional, independent insurance agencies, brokerages and their employees throughout the state.