Duke Energy has marked Black History Month by awarding $50,000 in grants to nonprofit organizations in South Carolina. Nearly 4,000 employees of the company had the chance to nominate nonprofits for these grants, with five organizations each receiving $10,000.
Tim Pearson, Duke Energy’s South Carolina president, stated: “We reached out to the men and women who represent Duke Energy in South Carolina every day to see what nonprofits in their communities they wanted to receive grant funding from the Duke Energy Foundation. These organizations were chosen from their nominations, and we hope these funds will be helpful for them as they work to support our friends and neighbors.”
The selected nonprofits include Boys and Girls Club of the Pee Dee Area, Calvary Children’s Home, Fostering Faithfully, Greer Relief and Resource Agency, and A Father’s Way.
Caroline Robertson of Greer Relief expressed gratitude for the grant: “At Greer Relief, our mission is to eliminate poverty and help neighbors overcome barriers to success, and this generous support will allow us to continue providing critical resources and programs to underserved communities. We are deeply grateful to the Duke Energy employees who nominated us and to the Duke Energy Foundation for investing in the well-being and empowerment of our neighbors.”
Neal L. Zimmerman Jr., executive director of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Pee Dee Area said: “We appreciate great partners like Duke Energy for understanding the importance of developing our youth and for helping us empower them to reach their full potential.”
The Duke Energy Foundation contributes over $30 million annually toward community needs where its customers reside. Funded by shareholders, it supports various initiatives.
Duke Energy is a Fortune 150 company based in Charlotte, N.C., serving millions across several states with electricity and natural gas services. It is focused on transitioning towards a smarter energy future with significant investments in grid upgrades and cleaner energy sources.
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