Duke Energy Ohio & Kentucky, in collaboration with customers, employees, and local partners, has provided over $860,000 in energy assistance this year through the Share the Light Fund. The support aims to help families maintain access to electricity and heating during the winter months.
The company works with organizations such as the Salvation Army, United Way of Greater Cincinnati, and Northern Kentucky Community Action Commission to distribute aid. According to Duke Energy Ohio & Kentucky, more than one-third of the funding for Share the Light came from the Duke Energy Foundation. Earlier this year, the foundation contributed an additional $100,000 specifically to assist families during periods of extreme heat.
Last year, Duke Energy and its foundation contributed more than $2.6 million to nonprofits within their Ohio and Kentucky service areas. Employees also gave over $650,000 through volunteer work and donations.
“Behind every request for help is a story – a family, a friend, a community member working to get through a tough time,” said Kim Vogelgesang, Duke Energy Foundation manager. “Through Share the Light Fund and our local partners, we’re able to support our neighbors in their moment of need.”
Customers seeking assistance can use Duke Energy’s Payment Assistance Finder tool to locate local agencies that provide help. Those interested in contributing can make recurring or one-time donations to the Share the Light Fund.
Duke Energy Ohio & Kentucky serve 910,000 electric customers across 3,000 square miles and 560,000 natural gas customers in 2,650 square miles throughout Ohio and Kentucky. Their parent company serves millions across several states and is focused on modernizing infrastructure while investing in cleaner energy sources.
More information about programs and services is available at duke-energy.com.
