December 9, 2009 > Union City businessman recognized for volunteerism Union City businessman recognized for volunteerism Submitted By Allstate CA Media Relations Allstate Exclusive Agent Bill Stone received the Agency Hands in the Community award for his commitment to others. The award is accompanied by a $500 grant from The Allstate Foundation to the Lions Center for the Blind, Oakland, where Stone volunteers. "The very fabric of Allstate consists of people who care about their local community," said Hank Barge, Allstate Field VP, California. "The Agency Hands in the Community program is a powerful way for Allstate agents to get involved with their local non-profits and partner with them in making their communities stronger and safer places."