James Ray Allison, the founder of The Allison Insurance Group,  started a legacy of giving back to the community over thirty years ago.  In 1981 James was one of the founding board members of  The Exchange Club/ Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse.  The Center was the first licensed child abuse prevention center in the State of Tennessee and only the fourth of its kind in the nation. Because of James' willingness to donate his time and resources, along with several other leaders  in  the community, the center grew and flourished. Today, the Center is recognized as one of the largest and most successful of its kind in the Nation. The Exchange Club/ Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse, with over 80 staff members and hundreds of volunteers, works to give the hope of a brighter future to children and families all across West Tennessee.

James has been involved in numerous boards over the years.  Currently he is the President of The STAR Center Board.   The STAR Center of Jackson Tennessee provides assistive technology and referrals for people with disabilities in West Tennessee.  He is also involved with  Sacred Heart of Jesus High School, a growing catholic high school, and St Mary's School. 

James has given The Allison Insurance Group more than the legacy of great service and good products.  He has passed down the spirit of servant leadership.  His sons, Chris and Greg Allison, now owners of The Allison Insurance Group, are very involved in the community and encourage all staff members to donate their time and talents to events and causes throughout the West Tennessee area.