Duke Energy and the Duke Energy Foundation have announced a $100,000 donation to the One SC Fund, an initiative activated by Governor Henry McMaster to aid food banks throughout South Carolina. The contribution is part of the company’s annual efforts to support hunger relief programs in the state.
As colder weather and the holiday season approach, many families in South Carolina face increased food insecurity. To address this, Duke Energy will provide an additional $500,000 in November to more than 60 feeding programs across the state. This comes amid ongoing funding uncertainties for such organizations.
Since 2021, Duke Energy and its foundation have committed over $2.6 million to agencies that combat hunger in South Carolina.
Governor Henry McMaster said, “Duke Energy’s contribution to the One SC Fund highlights the very best of South Carolina. At a time when many families are facing uncertainty, Team South Carolina is coming together to support our food banks and put food on the table. I’m grateful for their generosity and hope it will encourage others to join our effort to help families in need.”
Tim Pearson, president of Duke Energy South Carolina, added, “These organizations are fighting the good fight every day in communities across our state, but they cannot do it alone. Duke Energy is happy to stand with the governor, and we encourage other corporate entities, organizations and citizens across the state to help support the fight against hunger.”
The upcoming monthlong campaign by Duke Energy and its foundation marks its fifth year supporting organizations that tackle food insecurity. The campaign will culminate around Thanksgiving with final surprise grant announcements on Giving Tuesday. Beneficiaries include groups such as Harvest Hope Food Bank, Mill Village Farms, Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina, FoodShare South Carolina, and AIM. In addition to financial contributions, Duke Energy employees will volunteer with these organizations during November.
Recognizing that customers struggling with hunger may also face difficulties paying household bills—including electricity—Duke Energy provides information about assistance programs at duke-energy.com/SeasonalSavings.
The Duke Energy Foundation distributes over $30 million annually in philanthropic support funded by company shareholders.
Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, serves millions of electric and natural gas customers across several states and continues investing in energy infrastructure upgrades and cleaner energy sources. More details can be found at duke-energy.com and through their social media channels.
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