Duke Energy celebrates Black History Month with $50,000 in grants directed to organizations by company's South Carolina employees

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Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) has awarded $50,000 in grants to celebrate Black History Month, with funds distributed among five South Carolina nonprofits selected by company employees. Each organization received $10,000 to support their local missions.

The grant recipients include:

• Boys & Girls Club of the Pee Dee Area
• Calvary Children's Home
• Fostering Faithfully
• Greer Relief and Resource Agency
• A Father's Way

The initiative, led by Duke Energy's South Carolina president Tim Pearson, allowed nearly 4,000 employees to nominate qualifying 501(c)(3) nonprofits. The Duke Energy Foundation, funded by shareholders, provides over $30 million annually in philanthropic support across their service areas, which include 8.4 million electric utility customers and 1.7 million natural gas customers across six states.

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• Nearly 4,000 employees had the opportunity to nominate nonprofits in the state
• Five organizations were selected to receive $10,000 each to support their local missions

GREENVILLE, S.C., Feb. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate Black History Month, Duke Energy's South Carolina employees have awarded $50,000 in grants to nonprofit organizations whose focus is uplifting, educating and assisting local communities.

"We reached out to the men and women who represent Duke Energy in South Carolina every day to see what nonprofits in their communities they wanted to receive grant funding from the Duke Energy Foundation," said Tim Pearson, Duke Energy's South Carolina president. "These organizations were chosen from their nominations, and we hope these funds will be helpful for them as they work to support our friends and neighbors."

The following qualifying 501(c)(3) nonprofits each received a $10,000 grant:

• Boys & Girls Club of the Pee Dee Area (Florence and Darlington counties)
• Calvary Children's Home (Anderson County)
• Fostering Faithfully (Oconee, Pickens and Anderson counties)
• Greer Relief and Resource Agency (Spartanburg and Greenville counties)
• A Father's Way (Lancaster, York, Union and Chester counties)

"At Greer Relief, our mission is to eliminate poverty and help neighbors overcome barriers to success, and this generous support will allow us to continue providing critical resources and programs to underserved communities," said Caroline Robertson, executive director of Greer Relief. "We are deeply grateful to the Duke Energy employees who nominated us and to the Duke Energy Foundation for investing in the well-being and empowerment of our neighbors."

"We appreciate great partners like Duke Energy for understanding the importance of developing our youth and for helping us empower them to reach their full potential," said Neal L. Zimmerman Jr., executive director, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Pee Dee Area.

Duke Energy Foundation
The Duke Energy Foundation provides more than $30 million annually in philanthropic support to meet the needs of communities where Duke Energy customers live and work. The Foundation is funded by Duke Energy shareholders.

Duke Energy
Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America's largest energy holding companies. The company's electric utilities serve 8.4 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 54,800 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas utilities serve 1.7 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky. 

Duke Energy is executing an ambitious energy transition, keeping customer reliability and value at the forefront as it builds a smarter energy future. The company is investing in major electric grid upgrades and cleaner generation, including natural gas, nuclear, renewables and energy storage. 

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FAQ

How much did Duke Energy (DUK) donate for Black History Month 2025 in South Carolina?

Duke Energy donated $50,000, distributing $10,000 grants to five different nonprofit organizations in South Carolina.

Which organizations received Duke Energy's (DUK) Black History Month grants in 2025?

Five organizations received grants: Boys & Girls Club of the Pee Dee Area, Calvary Children's Home, Fostering Faithfully, Greer Relief and Resource Agency, and A Father's Way.

How were the recipients of Duke Energy's (DUK) 2025 Black History Month grants selected?

Nearly 4,000 Duke Energy employees in South Carolina had the opportunity to nominate qualifying 501(c)(3) nonprofits in their communities.

What is the annual philanthropic contribution of Duke Energy's (DUK) Foundation?

The Duke Energy Foundation provides more than $30 million annually in philanthropic support to communities where Duke Energy customers live and work.

How many customers does Duke Energy (DUK) serve across its utilities?

Duke Energy serves 8.4 million electric utility customers and 1.7 million natural gas customers across six states.