Consumers Energy Foundation Awards $100,000 to Saginaw Nonprofit for 2025 People Awards

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Consumers Energy (NYSE:CMS) Foundation has awarded a $100,000 grant to the East Side Soup Kitchen in Saginaw as part of its 2025 People Awards. The grant will fund infrastructure improvements to expand the nonprofit's cooking, dining, storage, and serving capacity to address rising food insecurity.

This grant is part of the Foundation's $1.5 million signature grant program for 2025, which includes Planet Awards (awarded in April) and upcoming Prosperity Awards (fall 2025). In 2024, the Foundation, along with CMS Energy Foundation, Consumers Energy, employees, and retirees, contributed over $15 million to support Michigan nonprofits and communities.

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SAGINAW, Mich., July 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Consumers Energy Foundation unveiled the East Side Soup Kitchen (ESSK) in Saginaw as one of its 2025 People Award winners today, distributing $100,000 to the area nonprofit to support infrastructure improvements that will increase their capacity.

"The Consumers Energy Foundation is proud to support the infrastructure improvements at the East Side Soup Kitchen," said Brandon Hofmeister, president of the Consumers Energy Foundation. "This contribution will enable the organization to better serve working families who rely on quick, dignified access to nutritious meals."

The East Side Soup Kitchen will use the grant to fund cooking, dining, storage and serving capacity allowing the center to expand and address rising food insecurity.

"Our collaboration with the Consumers Energy Foundation will further support our mission to provide meals and hope in the heart of Saginaw," said Diane Keenan, East Side Soup Kitchen's executive director. "This grant will allow us to expand our facility so that we can reach even more area families in need of a healthy meal. We appreciate the investment in our mission from the Consumers Energy Foundation."

The People Awards are the second of three signature grant allocations in 2025 totaling $1.5 million. The Foundation previously awarded the Planet Awards in April, and will present the Prosperity Awards this fall to support nonprofit efforts that support economic development.

The Consumers Energy Foundation is the charitable arm of Consumers Energy, Michigan's largest energy provider. The Foundation contributes to the growth and strengthening of Michigan communities by investing in what's most important — our people, our planet and Michigan's prosperity. In 2024, the Consumers Energy Foundation, CMS Energy Foundation, Consumers Energy, its employees and retirees contributed more than $15 million in support of Michigan nonprofits and communities. For more information, visit consumersenergy.com/foundation.

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FAQ

What is the amount of the 2025 People Award granted by Consumers Energy Foundation to East Side Soup Kitchen?

The Consumers Energy Foundation awarded $100,000 to the East Side Soup Kitchen in Saginaw for infrastructure improvements.

How much is Consumers Energy Foundation's total signature grant allocation for 2025?

The Foundation's signature grant program totals $1.5 million for 2025, distributed across three awards: Planet Awards, People Awards, and Prosperity Awards.

How much did Consumers Energy and related entities contribute to Michigan nonprofits in 2024?

In 2024, the Consumers Energy Foundation, CMS Energy Foundation, Consumers Energy, its employees and retirees contributed more than $15 million to support Michigan nonprofits and communities.

What are the three signature grants awarded by Consumers Energy Foundation in 2025?

The three signature grants are the Planet Awards (awarded in April), People Awards (current), and Prosperity Awards (to be presented in fall 2025).