DTE Energy donates $15 million to help Michigan families stay safe and warm this winter

Rhea-AI Summary

DTE Energy (NYSE: DTE) announced a $15 million donation on January 8, 2026 to three Michigan nonprofits to deliver emergency energy assistance during winter.

The commitment provides $5 million each to The Heat and Warmth Fund, United Way for Southeastern Michigan, and The Salvation Army Great Lakes Division to help households prevent service disruption, lower past-due balances, access emergency help during extreme weather, and enroll in payment plans including DTE's Low Income Self-Sufficiency Plan.

Customers are advised to call 211 for assistance and visit dteenergy.com/help for resources.

Positive

• $15 million total donation announced on January 8, 2026
• $5 million allocated to each of the three named Michigan nonprofits
• Funding targets prevention of service interruptions and past-due balances
• Supports enrollment in DTE's Low Income Self-Sufficiency Plan (LSP)

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• None.

News Market Reaction – DTE

+0.20%

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+0.20% News Effect

On the day this news was published, DTE gained 0.20%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

Community energy assistance donation: $15 million THAW contribution: $5 million United Way contribution: $5 million +1 more

4 metrics

Community energy assistance donation $15 million Total DTE donation to support Michigan families in winter 2026

THAW contribution $5 million Portion of donation directed to The Heat and Warmth Fund

United Way contribution $5 million Portion of donation directed to United Way for Southeastern Michigan

Salvation Army contribution $5 million Portion of donation directed to The Salvation Army Great Lakes Division

Market Reality Check

Price: $146.59 Vol: Volume 1,077,561 is below...

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$146.59 Last Close

Volume Volume 1,077,561 is below the 20-day average of 1,594,272, suggesting limited pre-news trading interest. low

Technical Shares at $128.26 are trading below the 200-day MA of $135.65 and about $15.53 under the 52-week high of $143.79.

Peers on Argus

DTE slipped 1.37% with regulated utility peers also negative: AEE -2.18%, PCG -4...

DTE slipped 1.37% with regulated utility peers also negative: AEE -2.18%, PCG -4.32%, PPL -1.88%, WEC -1.39%, ED -0.33%. The move appears broadly consistent with sector weakness rather than driven solely by this philanthropic news.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Dec 03 (Neutral)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Dec 03	Annual meeting notice	Neutral	-0.8%	Announced date and record date for the 2026 annual shareholder meeting.
Dec 02	Dividend declaration	Positive	+1.2%	Declared $1.165 quarterly dividend, continuing more than 100-year dividend history.
Oct 30	Q3 earnings, outlook	Positive	-0.6%	Reported Q3 2025 results, nearly $3B investments, confirmed 2025 EPS guidance and 2026 outlook.
Oct 28	Customer assistance expansion	Positive	-1.4%	Expanded Low-Income Self-Sufficiency Plan with shut-off protection and up to $3,000 forgiveness.
Oct 21	Leadership change	Neutral	-0.7%	Named a new Chief Communications Officer and adjusted foundation reporting roles.

Pattern Detected

Recent positive or community-focused announcements have often seen flat-to-negative next-day moves, while dividend news aligned with a modest gain.

Recent Company History

Over the past several months, DTE has mixed corporate and community developments. A Dec. 2, 2025 dividend declaration of $1.165 per share aligned with a 1.24% gain. Earnings on Oct. 30, 2025 highlighted nearly $3 billion invested through Q3 and affirmed 2025 EPS guidance, yet the stock fell 0.58%. An expanded Low-Income Self-Sufficiency Plan on Oct. 28, 2025 and other governance or leadership updates also saw modest declines.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement highlights a sizable $15 million commitment to energy assistance via three major n...

Analysis

This announcement highlights a sizable $15 million commitment to energy assistance via three major nonprofits, complementing DTE’s Low Income Self-Sufficiency Plan and other protection programs. In recent months, the company has balanced community initiatives with heavy capital investment and affirmed EPS guidance. Investors may watch how such efforts influence regulatory relationships, customer affordability metrics, and future updates on earnings and capital plans.

Key Terms

low income self-sufficiency plan (lsp)

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low income self-sufficiency plan (lsp) financial

"such as DTE's Low Income Self-Sufficiency Plan (LSP). This will expand support"

A low income self-sufficiency plan (LSP) is a government or nonprofit program designed to help people with limited income move toward financial independence by combining job training, income supports, child care, and sometimes time-limited benefits. Investors should care because these plans can change consumer spending, labor supply and demand, and program-related costs or subsidies that affect company revenues, local economic growth, and regulatory risk — think of an LSP as a roadmap that can shift who is working, what they buy, and who needs public support.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

Funding will provide critical energy assistance during Michigan's coldest months

DETROIT, Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As Michigan faces frigid winter temperatures, DTE Energy (NYSE: DTE) today announced a $15 million donation to three leading nonprofits to deliver energy assistance, helping families heat their homes and stay safe throughout the season.

"Michigan winters can be harsh, and we know how hard this season can be for families," said Joi Harris, DTE's president and CEO. "We want every household to feel safe and warm, and this donation is just one way we're standing alongside the communities we serve to provide relief and hope during these challenging months."

The $15 million commitment includes contributions of $5 million each to The Heat and Warmth Fund (THAW), United Way for Southeastern Michigan, and The Salvation Army Great Lakes Division. These organizations provide energy assistance to elderly, unemployed, underemployed, disabled and other residents in need across Michigan, while also helping them enroll in affordable payment plans such as DTE's Low Income Self-Sufficiency Plan (LSP). This will expand support to help customers:

• Prevent or minimize service disruption
• Lower or eliminate past-due balances
• Access emergency assistance during extreme weather events
• Connect with long-term resources for energy affordability and stability

"As the cost of living continues to rise, more families across Southeastern Michigan are struggling," said Dr. Darienne Hudson, President and CEO of United Way for Southeastern Michigan. "This generous donation strengthens our ability to provide critical utility payment assistance, which makes a tremendous difference for households in need. We are grateful for DTE's partnership and for their continued commitment to supporting our communities when families need it most."

Help is available now – the sooner customers reach out, the sooner assistance can begin. Customers can call 211 to connect with local energy assistance agencies that will walk them through the application process and find the best options for their situation.

This donation complements DTE's broader affordability and energy assistance initiatives, which includes bill assistance programs and proactive customer outreach. The company also offers additional energy assistance programs including Senior Winter Protection, Active Military Protection, Medical Emergency Protection and more. These programs can make a real difference during the coldest months.

For details and to explore all available resources, visit dteenergy.com/help.

About DTE Energy
DTE Energy (NYSE:DTE) is a Detroit-based diversified energy company involved in the development and management of energy-related businesses and services nationwide. Its operating units include an electric company serving 2.3 million customers in Southeast Michigan and a natural gas company serving 1.3 million customers across Michigan. The DTE portfolio also includes energy businesses focused on custom energy solutions, renewable energy generation, and energy marketing and trading. DTE has continued to accelerate its carbon reduction goals to meet aggressive targets and is committed to serving with its energy through volunteerism, education and employment initiatives, philanthropy, emission reductions and economic progress. Information about DTE is available at dteenergy.com, empoweringmichigan.com, x.com/DTE_Energy and facebook.com/dteenergy.

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FAQ

How much did DTE (NYSE: DTE) donate for Michigan winter energy assistance on January 8, 2026?

DTE announced a $15 million donation, split as $5 million each to three nonprofits.

Which organizations will receive DTE's $15 million donation in Michigan?

The Heat and Warmth Fund (THAW), United Way for Southeastern Michigan, and The Salvation Army Great Lakes Division each receive $5 million.

How can Michigan customers access energy assistance from DTE's donation programs?

Customers can call 211 to connect with local agencies for applications and visit dteenergy.com/help for resources.

Will DTE's donation help with past-due bills and service disconnections?

Yes. The funding is intended to help prevent or minimize service disruption and lower or eliminate past-due balances.

Does DTE's assistance include enrollment in payment plans like LSP?

Yes. The donation supports programs that help customers enroll in affordable plans such as the Low Income Self-Sufficiency Plan (LSP).