Grinnell Mutual

Grinnell Mutual

Mutual property-casualty insurer for farm mutuals

Overview

Grinnell Mutual provides property and casualty insurance through a network of independent agents across 12 states. Its offerings include standard property-casualty coverage and primary reinsurance for farm mutuals in North America. The company emphasizes trusted mutual relationships among members, agents, policyholders, and employees, backed by strong financial ratings and workplace awards. Its goal is to grow trusted relationships and deliver dependable protection while serving its mutual community.

About Grinnell Mutual

Simplify's Rating
Why Grinnell Mutual is rated
C+
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated C on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Financial Services

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$2.8M

Headquarters

Grinnell, Kansas

Founded

1909

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What believers are saying

  • Grinnell Mutual announced 2026 Top Workplaces USA recognition, aiding recruiting and retention.
  • June 2026 donations and scholarships reinforce local brand loyalty across Iowa communities.
  • The mutual holding company structure improves flexibility for growth and capital management.

What critics are saying

  • Roberts v. Grinnell Select hit July 22, 2026, exposing policy-language and claims-handling liability.
  • The 2024 holding-company restructure still faces capital and governance execution risk in 2026.
  • Farm-mutual specialization concentrates catastrophe losses from hail, tornado, and crop-related claims.

What makes Grinnell Mutual unique

  • Grinnell Mutual remains the largest primary reinsurer of farm mutual companies in America.
  • Its 117-year-old Iowa franchise spans 17 states and a mutual holding company structure.
  • AM Best affirmed Grinnell Mutual's A rating and stable outlook in September 2025.

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Funding

Total Funding

$2.8M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

0 Rounds

Benefits

Health Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

Home Office Stipend

Phone/Internet Stipend

Paid Holidays

Company News

River Cities' Reader
Mar 3rd, 2025
Registration Now Open for the 2025 Summer Iowa Games

AMES, IOWA (March 3, 2025) - Registration is now open for the majority of sports in the 2025 Summer Iowa Games presented by Grinnell Mutual.

InsuranceNewsNet
Nov 1st, 2024
Missouri appeals court upholds settlement division in workers' comp dispute

ST. LOUIS - In a recent ruling, the Eastern District of the Missouri Court of Appeals upheld a lower court's decision in a dispute between two former employees and Grinnell Mutual Reinsurance Company, over a workers' compensation subrogation lien.

Grinnell Mutual Reinsurance Company
Sep 24th, 2024
Grinnell Mutual is a Top Workplace for 14th year

In March, Grinnell Mutual was named a top workplace in Energage's Top Workplaces USA, ranking 56th nationally.

PR Newswire
Apr 3rd, 2024
Kevin Kies Named New Vice President Of Direct Claims At Grinnell Mutual

"Kevin demonstrated exceptional leadership and a continuous-improvement mindset in his prior role as the assistant vice president of Reinsurance Adjusting," said Grinnell Mutual CEO Jeff Menary. "He will be a great addition to our direct lines Claims team."

PR Newswire
Sep 18th, 2023
Grinnell Mutual Named Top Workplace For The 13Th Consecutive Year

"Once again we are honored to be recognized as one of Iowa's Top Workplaces. We have received this recognition for the 13th consecutive year," said Jeff Menary, Grinnell Mutual president and CEO. .

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