Daily CSR https://www.dailycsr.com/ 2026-08-27T03:05:46+02:00 Webzine Maker https://www.dailycsr.com/favicon.ico Duke Energy Donates $100K to Support South Carolina Food Banks Ahead of Holidays 2025-11-17T05:09:00+01:00 https://www.dailycsr.com/Duke-Energy-Donates-100K-to-Support-South-Carolina-Food-Banks-Ahead-of-Holidays_a5277.html https://www.dailycsr.com/photo/art/imagette/92612539-64889389.jpg 2025-11-17T05:08:00+01:00 Debashish Mukherjee Duke Energy Donates $100K to Support South Carolina Food Banks Ahead of Holidays
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 this matters:
As temperatures drop and the holiday season approaches, many families in South Carolina rely on assistance programs to help combat hunger. These programs, however, are experiencing increasing pressure as demand grows. Supporting the groups that provide these essential services is more important than ever.

What they’re saying:
  • Gov. Henry McMaster: “Duke Energy’s donation to the One SC Fund reflects the best of South Carolina. During a time when many families are uncertain about the future, our state is coming together to bolster our food banks and ensure families can put meals on the table. I appreciate their generosity and hope it inspires others to step up and help.”
  • Tim Pearson, Duke Energy’s South Carolina president: “These organizations work tirelessly every day to support their communities, but they can’t do it alone. Duke Energy is proud to partner with the governor, and we encourage businesses, organizations and individuals across the state to join the fight against hunger.”
Bottom line:
Duke Energy has a long history of supporting hunger-relief efforts in South Carolina. Beginning next week, the company—along with the Duke Energy Foundation—will launch its annual month-long campaign focused on addressing food insecurity across the state. In its fifth year, the initiative will contribute more than $500,000 to over 60 food-assistance programs leading up to Thanksgiving, ending with surprise grant announcements on Giving Tuesday.

Zoom in:
This effort goes beyond the company’s support for the One SC Fund. The campaign will spotlight key community partners that play vital roles in combating hunger, such as Harvest Hope Food Bank, Mill Village Farms, Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina, FoodShare South Carolina, AIM, and many others. Throughout the month, Duke Energy employees will also volunteer their time with various organizations.

Go deeper:
Families struggling with food insecurity often face difficult choices about which household bills to pay—including electricity. That’s why it’s equally important to provide resources that help customers manage their energy costs during tough times.

Click here to know more about these programs.

]]> Fighting Hunger in South Carolina: Duke Energy's $500K Campaign 2024-11-28T07:08:00+01:00 https://www.dailycsr.com/Fighting-Hunger-in-South-Carolina-Duke-Energy-s-500K-Campaign_a4313.html https://www.dailycsr.com/photo/art/imagette/84571299-60380624.jpg 2024-11-28T07:07:00+01:00 Debashish Mukherjee Fighting Hunger in South Carolina: Duke Energy's $500K Campaign
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 hunger daily, including 1 in 6 children. As the holiday season and colder weather approach, many families are still grappling with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, as communities work to rebuild and recover.

“These statistics highlight the unfortunate reality for many South Carolina families,” said Tim Pearson, Duke Energy’s South Carolina state president. “That’s why supporting organizations that combat hunger across the state is so important to us.”

In response, Duke Energy and the Duke Energy Foundation have launched a month-long campaign to address food insecurity and inequities across the state. Through this initiative, more than $500,000 will be distributed to over 50 feeding programs, including Mill Village Farms, Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina, FoodShare South Carolina, Harvest Hope Food Bank, and AIM. The campaign, coinciding with Giving Tuesday, aims to shine a light on these organizations and ensure they receive ongoing support.

To mark the campaign’s launch, Duke Energy partnered with Mill Village Farms, WYFF, and Bon Secours Wellness Arena for Yam Jam on November 7 in Greenville. The event brought together 170 volunteers who bagged nearly 50,000 pounds of sweet potatoes for Thanksgiving food boxes, distributed by FoodShare South Carolina and other programs. Additionally, the Duke Energy Foundation is contributing $100,000 to FoodShare South Carolina organizations, with $30,000 allocated to Mill Village Farms.

“As the holiday season unfolds and the effects of Hurricane Helene persist, Mill Village Ministries remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring food access for all,” said Dan Weidenbenner, executive director of Mill Village Farms and Mill Village Ministries. “Our FoodShare program is central to this mission, delivering fresh produce to communities regardless of income or location. Duke Energy’s support helps us expand our reach and provide healthy food to more neighbors during these challenging times.”

Throughout the month, Duke Energy employees will also volunteer their time to support food distribution efforts. Activities include packing food boxes, preparing backpacks for student weekend meal programs, and assisting with mobile food programs for seniors.

“We understand that families struggling with food insecurity often face difficult choices, including which bills to pay,” Pearson said. “That’s why we’re also sharing resources to help customers manage their energy bills during tough times.”

Click here to know more about these programs.

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