Duke Energy Foundation prepares Florida residents, agencies for storm season with $180,000 in emergency preparedness and resiliency grants

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The Duke Energy Foundation, funded by Duke Energy shareholders, has awarded $180,000 in emergency preparedness and resiliency grants to 13 organizations in Florida. This initiative aims to equip Floridians and first responders with necessary information and supplies for storm season. Allocations include $25,000 each to the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas, Florida Housing Coalition, and Florida Professional Firefighters Association, among others. Duke Energy emphasizes the importance of year-round community preparedness and has supported Florida's disaster readiness with over $1.7 million since 2019. The Foundation encourages personal preparedness through resources like the Red Cross Emergency app.

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• Duke Energy Foundation awarded $180,000 in grants to enhance emergency preparedness in Florida.
• Supported 13 local organizations and agencies for storm readiness.
• Community grants include $25,000 each to notable organizations such as the Florida Professional Firefighters Association.
• Duke Energy has contributed over $1.7 million to Florida's disaster preparedness since 2019.

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• Despite significant grants, the foundation's efforts may not fully cover the extensive needs during major hurricanes or prolonged emergency situations.

• Funding will help equip Floridians and first responders with valuable information and supplies ahead of storms and emergency events

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., June 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As tropical activity begins to pick up this summer, so do Duke Energy's efforts to help Florida customers and communities prepare for hurricanes and other emergencies.

The Duke Energy Foundation, funded by Duke Energy shareholders, recently awarded $180,000 in emergency preparedness and resiliency grants to 13 organizations and agencies in Florida. The grants will help fund storm kits for seniors, community education and outreach materials, as well as special equipment for first responders, among other initiatives led by local emergency management organizations.

"Community resilience and preparedness is a year-round effort," said Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy Florida state president. "We are grateful for the ongoing collaboration and commitment of our first responders, emergency management officials and community agencies to prepare, plan and engage our communities. We have been through enough storms to know that being prepared is our best defense."

Grants were awarded to the following organizations:

• Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas – $25,000
    
• Florida Housing Coalition – $25,000
    
• Florida Professional Firefighters Association – $25,000
    
• Hernando County Board of County Commissioners – $12,500
    
• Highlands County Board of County Commissioners – $15,000
    
• Inglis/Yankeetown Fire Rescue – $2,500
    
• Lake County Board of County Commissioners – $5,000
    
• Madison County Board of County Commissioners – $5,000
    
• Orange County Emergency Management – $30,500
    
• Orlando Regional Realtor Foundation – $9,500
    
• Seminole County Sheriff's Office Community Foundation – $15,000
    
• Taylor Senior Citizens Center – $5,000
    
• Youth Development Foundation of Pinellas County – $5,000

Community resilience and preparedness are long-standing priorities of the Duke Energy Foundation, which has awarded more than $1.7 million to support Florida's disaster preparedness since 2019.

Duke Energy reminds customers that personal preparedness is key to a more resilient home or business. For more tips on how to prepare for storm season, please visit duke-energy.com/StormTips and download the Red Cross Emergency app. The Duke Energy Foundation will donate $1 to the Red Cross for every app download through June 30, up to $20,000.

Duke Energy Florida

Duke Energy Florida, a subsidiary of Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), owns 12,300 megawatts of energy capacity, supplying electricity to 2 million residential, commercial and industrial customers across a 13,000-square-mile service area in Florida.

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.

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FAQ

What did Duke Energy Foundation announce on June 25, 2024?

Duke Energy Foundation announced that it awarded $180,000 in emergency preparedness and resiliency grants to 13 Florida organizations.

How much did Duke Energy Foundation grant to the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas?

The Duke Energy Foundation granted $25,000 to the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas.

Which organizations received emergency preparedness grants from Duke Energy Foundation?

Thirteen organizations received grants, including the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas, Florida Housing Coalition, and Florida Professional Firefighters Association.

How much has Duke Energy contributed to Florida's disaster preparedness since 2019?

Duke Energy has contributed more than $1.7 million to Florida's disaster preparedness since 2019.

What is Duke Energy's stock symbol?

Duke Energy's stock symbol is DUK.

What initiative will Duke Energy Foundation support with $1 for every Red Cross Emergency app download through June 30?

Duke Energy Foundation will donate $1 to the Red Cross for each Red Cross Emergency app download through June 30, up to $20,000.

How many megawatts of energy capacity does Duke Energy Florida own?

Duke Energy Florida owns 12,300 megawatts of energy capacity.

How many customers does Duke Energy Florida serve?

Duke Energy Florida serves 2 million residential, commercial, and industrial customers.