Duke Energy, along with its partners, has provided more than $6.4 million in energy assistance this year through the Share the Light Fund. The fund receives contributions from Duke Energy, its Foundation, customers, and employees to help families maintain access to power during difficult times.
More than one-third of the total support came from the Duke Energy Foundation. This includes an additional $400,000 invested over the summer to assist families facing extreme heat conditions. Since 2022, Duke Energy and its partners have contributed over $11 million to local nonprofit organizations that connect customers in need with assistance.
Loree Elswick, president of Duke Energy Foundation, said: “Behind every request for help is a story—a family, a friend, a community member working to get through a tough time. Through Share the Light Fund and our local partners, we’re able to support our neighbors in their moment of need.”
Shelly Biby, Chief Advancement Officer of Crisis Assistance Ministry, added: “Supporting families through winter starts with partnership, and Duke Energy’s Share the Light Fund empowers Crisis Assistance Ministry to reach households swiftly with the help they need. It’s how our community comes together to help keep homes safe, warm and connected.”
Customers seeking assistance can use Duke Energy’s Payment Assistance Finder to locate local agencies. Those wishing to contribute can set up recurring or one-time donations to the Share the Light Fund.
Duke Energy serves 8.6 million electric utility customers across six states and operates 55,100 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas utilities serve 1.7 million customers in five states. The company continues investing in grid upgrades and cleaner energy sources as part of its transition toward a smarter energy future.
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