SoCalGas Employees Volunteer Across Southern California, Providing 1,100+ Volunteer Hours to Help Families Access Essential Resources

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Sempra (NYSE:SRE) subsidiary SoCalGas reported that employees contributed over 1,100 volunteer hours in May 2026 through its Glad to be of service® initiative. More than 200 employees joined 19 events across 38 cities, supporting 57 nonprofits focused on food access, housing, workforce readiness, seniors, veterans and community resilience.

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Market Context

This announcement highlights over 1,100 volunteer hours supporting essential services across 38 citi...

Analysis

This announcement highlights over 1,100 volunteer hours supporting essential services across 38 cities. For SOCGP, it reinforces community and affordability positioning; investors may watch how such initiatives intersect with future regulatory and cost-related disclosures.

Key Figures

Volunteer hours: more than 1,100 hours Full-time workweeks equivalent: over 27 workweeks Cities served: 38 cities +4 more

7 metrics

Volunteer hours more than 1,100 hours Employee volunteer service in May under Glad to be of service initiative

Full-time workweeks equivalent over 27 workweeks Equivalent of May volunteer hours contributed by employees

Cities served 38 cities Geographic span of May volunteer activities across Southern California

Counties served nine counties Regional coverage of volunteer efforts in May

Volunteer events 19 events Organized volunteer events held in May

Employee volunteers over 200 employees Number of employees participating in May volunteer efforts

Nonprofit partners 57 organizations Nonprofits supported through May volunteer work

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: May 12 (Positive)

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Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
May 12	Preferred stock action	Positive	+0.0%	Proposal to retire 6% preferred shares at a cash premium for holders.
Apr 23	Affordability report	Positive	+2.1%	Report highlighting natural gas role in keeping California household energy costs lower.
Apr 01	Storm cost savings	Positive	-2.5%	Storage operations reportedly avoided over $120 million in customer energy costs.
Feb 09	Customer outreach	Neutral	-0.1%	World Ag Expo presence to provide safety, bill-assistance, and efficiency information.
Feb 04	Regulatory petition	Neutral	+0.2%	Petition to CPUC to revise hydrogen blending demonstration requirements based on new data.

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Stock reactions generally align with the tone of prior corporate and customer-focused news, with one notable divergence on a positive operational update.

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LOS ANGELES, June 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas), a subsidiary of Sempra (NYSE: SRE), today announced that employees dedicated more than 1,100 volunteer hours in May—equivalent to over 27 full-time workweeks—through its Glad to be of service^® initiative. Spanning 38 cities and nine counties, these efforts strengthened local communities and helped connect families to resources that can reduce everyday costs—including food assistance, clothing and workforce programs.

Through 19 volunteer events and ongoing individual efforts, over 200 employees supported 57 nonprofit organizations, focusing on critical needs such as food access, housing support, workforce readiness and services for seniors and veterans.

"At SoCalGas, we know many families are feeling financial pressure right now," said Clay Faber, director of community and stakeholder engagement at SoCalGas. "That's why our employees volunteer alongside local organizations to help expand access to food, housing support and other essentials that can make a real difference."

"Collaborations like this are essential to meeting the growing need we see across Southern California," said Lt. Colonel Mike Dickinson, The Salvation Army Southern California Division. "SoCalGas employees show up ready to work and make a real difference—helping us expand access to critical resources for families who need it most." 

Employees supported the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, Orange County Food Bank, FIND Food Bank, Venice Family Clinic, LA Family Housing, The Salvation Army, Junior Achievement SoCal and many others, through initiatives focused on helping meet essential needs, including:

• Food distribution and insecurity relief, expanding access to no-cost groceries
• Housing and homelessness support, helping individuals and families access stable, supportive housing
• Workforce development and financial readiness, including financial literacy programs and professional clothing donations
• Support for seniors and vulnerable populations, providing essential services and community connection
• Community resilience and recovery efforts, strengthening local economic stability

Additional activities included clothing and diaper drives, youth mentorship, community cleanups and support for students, low-income households, veterans, seniors and individuals experiencing homelessness.

These volunteer efforts complement SoCalGas's broader commitment to helping customers manage energy costs through assistance programs, energy efficiency resources and community projects. They also complement employees' day-to-day work, providing additional ways to support the communities we serve. Volunteer service is ongoing throughout the year, reflecting the company's continued focus on delivering value to customers and strengthening the communities it serves. For more information, visit socalgas.com/about-us/our-impact.

About SoCalGas

SoCalGas is the largest gas distribution utility in the United States, serving more than 21 million consumers across approximately 24,000 square miles of Central and Southern California. Our mission is: Safe, Reliable, and Affordable energy delivery today. Ready for tomorrow. SoCalGas is a recognized leader in the energy industry and has been named Corporate Member of the Year by the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce for its volunteer leadership in the communities it serves. SoCalGas is a subsidiary of Sempra (NYSE: SRE), a leading U.S. utility holding company. For more information, visit SoCalGas.com/newsroom or connect with SoCalGas on social media @SoCalGas. 

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FAQ

How many volunteer hours did SoCalGas employees contribute in May 2026 for Sempra (NYSE:SRE)?

SoCalGas employees contributed more than 1,100 volunteer hours in May 2026. According to SoCalGas, this equals over 27 full-time workweeks, reflecting ongoing employee engagement in supporting local families and communities across Southern California through multiple service events.

What communities did SoCalGas employees support during the May 2026 volunteering initiative for SRE?

SoCalGas employees supported communities in 38 cities across nine Southern California counties in May 2026. According to SoCalGas, efforts focused on connecting families to essential resources that reduce everyday costs, including food assistance, housing support, workforce programs and services for seniors and veterans.

Which nonprofits partnered with SoCalGas during its May 2026 volunteer activities for SRE?

SoCalGas employees partnered with 57 nonprofit organizations during May 2026. According to SoCalGas, key partners included Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, Orange County Food Bank, FIND Food Bank, Venice Family Clinic, LA Family Housing, The Salvation Army and Junior Achievement SoCal, among others.

What types of support did SoCalGas volunteers provide in May 2026 for Sempra (SRE)?

SoCalGas volunteers provided support in food distribution, housing assistance, workforce development and services for vulnerable groups. According to SoCalGas, activities also included clothing and diaper drives, youth mentorship, community cleanups and resilience efforts to strengthen local economic stability and community well-being.

How does SoCalGas’s May 2026 volunteer work align with Sempra (SRE) customer support efforts?

SoCalGas’s May 2026 volunteer work complements its broader customer assistance and energy efficiency programs. According to SoCalGas, community service aligns with its focus on helping customers manage energy costs while strengthening local communities through ongoing projects and employee-led volunteer initiatives.

What is SoCalGas’s Glad to be of service initiative mentioned in the June 22, 2026 SRE news?

Glad to be of service is SoCalGas’s employee volunteer initiative supporting communities across Southern California. According to SoCalGas, the program organizes events and ongoing efforts that help families access essentials like food, housing support, workforce readiness resources and services for seniors and vulnerable populations.