Portico Benefit Services

10/16/2026

Today is World Food Day, and your gift can go twice as far.

Join ELCA World Hunger in working for a just world where everyone is fed. Your donation helps neighbors around the world put food on the table and earn income to support their families.

Every gift is matched, dollar for dollar, until $30,000, so giving today doubles your impact.

👉 Give and multiply your gift: ELCA.org/WHGiveOnline

ELCA World Hunger is our church’s ministry to end hunger and poverty. Please give now and you can be part of the response as we work creatively and courageously toward a just world where all are fed.

10/15/2026

Portico Chief Technology Officer Daron Meyer, his wife, and their son recently completed the Twin Cities Marathon to support the work of World Vision.

After months of training together, they crossed the finish line on race day, with Daron and his wife finishing just three minutes apart and their son setting a pace all his own.

Congratulations to the Meyer family on this accomplishment and their commitment to helping make a difference for others!

10/12/2026

Together, we pray for healing, respect, and unity, and for a continued commitment to reconciliation and repentance as children of God.

Today is Indigenous Peoples' Day!

"Give thanks for Indigenous communities that have lived in the Americas and other parts of the world for thousands of years. Pray that we will not overlook them in our telling of history and that we will honor our church’s commitment to repentance, reconciliation, healing, respect and unity as children of God." —Prayer Ventures

10/09/2026

Portico's Customer Care Center recently embarked on A Quest for Excellence as it celebrated Customer Service Appreciation Week, recognizing the dedicated team members who support and guide our members every day.

From team-building activities and wellness exercises to guided meditation, yoga, and a few inflatable swords along the way, the week was filled with opportunities to celebrate the people behind the exceptional service our members know and trust.

To our Customer Care team: thank you for the care you bring to every interaction and for the difference you make for our members every day.

10/09/2026

Meet Kate Simonet, Development Manager at Thumbs Up!

In this video, Kate shares that her fundraising work is really about building meaningful relationships—and how every donation helps the organization reach more people and expand its programs. Drawing from her own personal experience, she’s passionate about giving back and the real difference Thumbs Up makes.

A huge thank you to Portico Benefit Services for creating this incredible video and supporting Thumbs Up!

10/06/2026

This Customer Service Week, we’re saying thank you to the people who show up every day to serve our members with care.

Blake has been part of the Portico team for 10 years, helping ensure our members receive the high-quality service they deserve. His commitment reflects the dedication of our entire Customer Care team.

A huge thank you to all our customer care advocates. Your work makes a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

10/02/2026

Click through these photos to see a few of the ways Portico people show up together. ❤️

09/30/2026

As we prepare to head into cooler temperatures, remember to schedule your annual flu shot. According to the CDC, the flu vaccine is updated annually to protect against viruses that research indicates will be the most common during this flu season.

09/28/2026

The school year is underway! Now that everyone’s settling into the new routine, it’s a great time to see how your back-to-school spending fits into your overall budget for the year. We encourage ELCA Retirement Plan members to schedule an appointment with a Portico Financial Planner at no additional cost for guidance on savvy budgeting, managing your finances, or planning for the future. Sign in https://portico.ws/ScheduleOnline.

09/24/2026

Those who care for our communities deserve support for their own health and well-being.

As rising health care costs put greater pressure on churches and nonprofits, Portico President and CEO Christopher Johnson reflects on what’s at stake and why addressing this challenge will take all of us working together in this Minneapolis-St Paul Business Journal article:

Across denominations, traditions and geographies, churches and nonprofits are confronting the same troubling reality: The rising cost of health care is making it increasingly difficult to provide health benefits to the people who serve our communities.