Duke Energy, along with its employees, customers, and community partners, has contributed more than $6.4 million this year through the Share the Light Fund to support families in need during the winter season. The fund helps local agencies provide energy assistance to those struggling to keep their homes warm and powered.
The Duke Energy Foundation accounted for over a third of these contributions, including an extra $400,000 invested during the summer to assist families facing extreme heat. Since 2022, more than $11 million has been directed to nonprofit organizations that connect customers with needed support.
Loree Elswick, president of Duke Energy Foundation, said: “Behind every request for help is a story—a family, a friend, a community member working to get through a tough time. Through Share the Light Fund and our local partners, we’re able to support our neighbors in their moment of need.”
Shelly Biby, Chief Advancement Officer of Crisis Assistance Ministry, added: “Supporting families through winter starts with partnership, and Duke Energy’s Share the Light Fund empowers Crisis Assistance Ministry to reach households swiftly with the help they need. It’s how our community comes together to help keep homes safe, warm and connected.”
Customers seeking assistance can use Duke Energy’s Payment Assistance Finder to locate local agencies. Those interested in contributing can make recurring or one-time donations to the Share the Light Fund.
Duke Energy serves 8.6 million electric utility customers across six states and provides natural gas service to 1.7 million customers in five states. The company is focused on transitioning to cleaner energy sources while maintaining reliability for its customers.
More information about Duke Energy and its initiatives can be found at duke-energy.com and through its social media channels.
