Duke Energy Foundation

Loree Elswick Named New President of the Duke Energy Foundation

November 20, 2025 by Mathieu Maurice

Duke Energy announced today that Loree Elswick has been named the next president of the Duke Energy Foundation. “Loree is stepping into this role at a crucial time for the …

Duke Energy Donates $100K to Support South Carolina Food Banks Ahead of Holidays

November 17, 2025 by Mathieu Maurice

Duke Energy and the Duke Energy Foundation are donating $100,000 to the One SC Fund, which Governor Henry McMaster recently activated to help support food banks throughout South Carolina. Why …

Duke Energy and Tampa Bay Rays Donate $82K to Help Florida Residents Pay Energy Bills

October 16, 2025 by Mathieu Maurice

Duke Energy Foundation and the Tampa Bay Rays have teamed up to provide $82,000 to help Florida residents with their energy bills. During the 2025 regular season, Duke Energy Foundation …

Duke Energy Grants $550K to Support Environmental Projects in North Carolina

September 1, 2025 by Mathieu Maurice

Duke Energy has committed $550,000 in new grants to strengthen environmental initiatives throughout North Carolina. The funding will support 19 different projects dedicated to protecting and improving the state’s natural …

Duke Energy Awards $163K for Hurricane Preparedness in Florida

June 20, 2025 by Mathieu Maurice

With storm season nearing, Duke Energy is ramping up its support for Florida residents and communities to ensure they’re ready for hurricanes and other emergency situations. The Duke Energy Foundation—backed …

Honoring Duke Energy Lineworkers: Powering Communities Through Storms and Growth

April 21, 2025 by Mathieu Maurice

Celebrating Lineworkers on April 18 On April 18, Duke Energy honors National Lineworker Appreciation Day—a dedicated time to recognize the dedication, hard work, and essential role of lineworkers in delivering …

Duke Energy Grants Boost NC Workforce Training and Energy Careers

April 10, 2025 by Mathieu Maurice

The Duke Energy Foundation has pledged $500,000 to bolster workforce training through 19 community college initiatives across North Carolina. These programs aim to equip students with the skills needed to …

Indiana Child Care Grants: $150K to Boost Workforce & Economy

April 2, 2025 by Mathieu Maurice

As child care continues to be a critical issue affecting the workforce, the Duke Energy Foundation and the Indiana Economic Development Association Foundation (IEDAF) are joining forces to address this …

Duke Energy Grants $500K for Storm Preparedness in North Carolina

March 19, 2025 by Mathieu Maurice

The Duke Energy Foundation has announced a new $500,000 investment aimed at enhancing storm preparedness in communities across North Carolina. Eligible organizations can now apply for individual grants of up …

Duke Energy Grants $200K to Support South Carolina’s Low-Income Seniors

January 20, 2025 by Mathieu Maurice

Duke Energy has launched a new campaign to promote $200,000 in grant funding for South Carolina organizations that provide services and support to the state’s aging population, especially those facing …

Duke Energy Donates $350K for Hurricane Milton Relief in Florida

January 1, 2025 by Mathieu Maurice

The Duke Energy Foundation has allocated an additional $350,000 to support Florida-based nonprofit organizations as part of its ongoing efforts to aid in Hurricane Milton recovery, disaster preparedness, and relief …

Indiana Child Care Grants: $150K Funding to Boost Access & Economy

December 9, 2024 by Mathieu Maurice

The Duke Energy Foundation and the Indiana Economic Development Association Foundation have pledged $150,000 in grants to support initiatives aimed at enhancing access to affordable child care in Indiana. This …

Fighting Hunger in South Carolina: Duke Energy’s $500K Campaign

November 28, 2024 by Mathieu Maurice

Hunger is a significant issue affecting families across South Carolina, with nearly 700,000 residents lacking reliable access to nutritious meals. This means 1 in 8 people in the state face …

Duke Energy Grants Improve Home Safety for Seniors in South Carolina

October 17, 2024 by Mathieu Maurice

South Carolina’s elderly residents should never have to choose between essential life needs and the ability to live safely in their own homes. “Being able to enter and leave our …

Duke Energy Awards $740K in Grants to Support Education and Workforce Development in Florida

September 28, 2024 by Mathieu Maurice

The Duke Energy Foundation has awarded $740,000 in grants to 18 educational organizations as part of Duke Energy Florida’s ongoing commitment to education and workforce development across the state. These …

Duke Energy Foundation Invests $200K in Florida Economic Development Grants

September 17, 2024 by Mathieu Maurice

The Duke Energy Foundation is contributing $200,000 in grants to assist 15 economic development organizations in their efforts to attract businesses to Florida and strengthen the state’s dynamic economy. “Florida’s …

Empowering Future Careers: Duke Energy’s Youth Energy Academy & STEM Education Initiatives

September 10, 2024 by Mathieu Maurice

Unless students have a family member working at a utility, they might not consider Duke Energy as a career option. This is what drives Melvin Philpot, who has spent 43 …

Duke Energy Foundation Awards $40K in Grants to Florida Nonprofits for 40th Anniversary

August 22, 2024 by Mathieu Maurice

The Duke Energy Foundation marks its 40-year milestone by awarding $40,000 in grants to nonprofit organizations serving Florida. Each of these four organizations will receive a $10,000 grant to bolster …

Duke Energy Foundation Grants $700,000 to Boost North Carolina Small Businesses

August 20, 2024 by Mathieu Maurice

The Duke Energy Foundation has announced a new initiative offering $700,000 in funding to support small businesses across North Carolina, in collaboration with community development organizations. Grants ranging from $1,000 …

Duke Energy Foundation Grants Boost NC Environmental Resilience

May 3, 2024 by Mathieu Maurice

This Earth Day, the Duke Energy Foundation awarded $500,000 in grants to local nonprofits in North Carolina focused on environmental justice and climate resiliency. “North Carolina is at the forefront …

Duke Energy Foundation’s $500,000 Grants Boost North Carolina’s Clean Energy Transition and Community Impact

January 17, 2024 by Mathieu Maurice

As North Carolina actively expands its presence and spearheads the transition to clean energy, the Duke Energy Foundation is set to contribute over $500,000 in grants. These funds will bolster …

Duke Energy Foundation’s Philanthropic Contributions and Duke Energy Indiana’s Service Overview

October 30, 2023 by Mathieu Maurice

Employees at the Cayuga, Edwardsport, and Gibson Stations are distributing $60,000 in grants from the Duke Energy Foundation to eight charities in their local communities. Stan Pinegar, the president of …

Duke Energy Florida and Tampa Bay Rays: A Partnership for Community Upliftment and Clean Energy Transition

October 24, 2023 by Mathieu Maurice

In a joint effort with Duke Energy and the Tampa Bay Rays, agencies in Florida will receive $100,000 to aid clients in settling their energy bills. For each regular season …

Duke Energy Foundation Donates $90,000 to Help Beat the Heat in Indiana

September 23, 2023 by Mathieu Maurice

Duke Energy is collaborating with local non-profit organizations to provide relief to residents in need during the summer heat. The Duke Energy Foundation has donated over $90,000 to 15 organizations …

Duke Energy Foundation Pledges $100,000 for Hurricane Idalia Relief Efforts in Florida

September 18, 2023 by Mathieu Maurice

The Duke Energy Foundation is pledging an extra $100,000 in grants to aid local recovery and disaster relief initiatives in Florida, as part of their ongoing commitment to community assistance …

Duke Energy Foundation Donates $1 Million to Support North Carolina Nonprofits Serving Low-Income Communities

August 28, 2023 by Mathieu Maurice

The Duke Energy Foundation is donating $1 million to aid nonprofits that serve low-income communities in North Carolina, where the cost of basic necessities is increasing. These grants will enhance …

Duke Energy: Share the Light Fund and Energy Efficiency Initiatives Impacting Communities

August 16, 2023 by Mathieu Maurice

Duke Energy and its Foundation have reached a significant milestone by investing over $70 million since the start of 2021 to support various nonprofit organizations and initiatives aimed at assisting …

Addressing Child Care Gaps: Grants and Initiatives in Indiana | Duke Energy Foundation

July 25, 2023 by Mathieu Maurice

The Duke Energy Foundation, in collaboration with the Indiana Economic Development Association (IEDA) Foundation, has revealed a substantial amount of $115,000 in grants that will be bestowed upon five organizations …

Duke Energy Foundation Grants Support Workforce Development in Ohio and Kentucky

July 6, 2023 by Mathieu Maurice

Duke Energy Foundation has recently granted a total of $265,000 to various organizations in southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky. These organizations are dedicated to promoting workforce development and providing job …

Duke Energy: Philanthropy, Clean Energy Transition & Community Support

July 3, 2023 by Mathieu Maurice

The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC) has been selected by the Duke Energy Foundation to receive a grant of $250,000. This generous funding aims to stimulate job growth …

Duke Energy: Philanthropy, Clean Energy Transition & Community Support

July 3, 2023 by Mathieu Maurice

The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC) has been selected by the Duke Energy Foundation to receive a grant of $250,000. This generous funding aims to stimulate job growth …

Duke Energy’s Emergency Preparedness Grant Program Enhances Resiliency for Nonprofits and Government Entities

June 21, 2023 by Mathieu Maurice

As the hurricane season commences, emergency managers and first responders shift their attention to the tropical regions, diligently readying their communities for potential consequences arising from extreme weather. Duke Energy, …

American Heart Association and the Duke Energy Foundation prepare thousands of students to provide first aid and CPR

October 8, 2022 by Mathieu Maurice

Thousands of students in Florida will learn how to provide CPR and potentially save lives.

American Heart Association and Duke Energy Foundation teach life saving CPR to students

September 22, 2022 by Mathieu Maurice

Performing CPR at home can save thousands of lives.

Duke Energy provides $100,000 in grants to senior citizens in South Carolina

August 25, 2022 by Mathieu Maurice

Duke Energy Foundation’s grants financial grants come at a time of growing economic uncertainty in the country.

Duke Energy Foundation awards microgrants worth $175,000 to Indiana First Responders

August 24, 2022 by Mathieu Maurice

The financing is aimed at increasing the resilience of the first responders.