Delivering More Than Energy: Delmarva Power’s Community Impact Shines During National Volunteer Month

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Delmarva Power's commitment to community impact shines as they contributed over $2.3 million and more than 17,200 volunteer hours with local nonprofits in 2023. The company's dedication to empowering communities goes beyond delivering energy services, with various initiatives and partnerships supporting workforce development, education, environmental conservation, and more. Delmarva Power's involvement in National Volunteer Month highlights their ongoing efforts to make a positive difference in the communities they serve.

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• Delmarva Power contributed over $2.3 million and 17,200 volunteer hours to local nonprofits in 2023, showcasing their dedication to community impact and support.

• The company's partnerships in workforce development and education programs demonstrate a commitment to shaping the future energy workforce and providing opportunities for career growth.

• Delmarva Power's financial support for open space preservation, parks, and environmental conservation projects underscores their commitment to sustainability and community vibrancy.

• By connecting over 22,000 customers with energy bill assistance, Delmarva Power shows a commitment to supporting customers facing financial challenges.

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Company contributed more than $2.3 million and volunteered more than 17,200 hours with local nonprofits in 2023

NEWARK, DE / ACCESSWIRE / May 9, 2024 / At Delmarva Power, the dedication to empowering communities extends far beyond delivering safe and reliable energy service. In 2023, Delmarva Power proudly contributed more than $2.3 million to local nonprofits and 631 employees devoted more than 17,200 hours - the equivalent of 2,150 workdays - to volunteer with hundreds of organizations across Delaware and Maryland.

As National Volunteer Month is commemorated this month, Delmarva Power and its employees remain committed to making a positive difference in the communities it serves. Throughout the month, a series of volunteer events have occurred and will continue to take place across its service territory, further demonstrating Delmarva Power's unwavering support for local communities and organizations.

"We are thankful each and every day for our employees who dedicate their time supporting nonprofits and organizations throughout Delaware and Maryland," said Rodney Oddoye, senior vice president of Governmental, Regulatory and External Affairs at Pepco Holdings, which includes Delmarva Power. "From employee volunteering to our nonprofit and community partnerships, we are working to deliver more than energy to our customers and neighbors and our employees play a huge role in that."

The interconnection of community outreach and engagement, corporate philanthropy and volunteerism, and economic development efforts is a key component of Delmarva Power's broad support for local communities. In 2023, Delmarva Power:

• Partnered on several workforce development programs across Delaware and Maryland providing 12 graduates a pathway to a career in energy.
• Reinforced its commitment to the future energy workforce by awarding $1.35 million to Historically Black Colleges and Universities, community colleges and other major anchor institutions and partners across Delaware and Maryland.
• Supported local nonprofits with $90,000 for open space preservation, parks and recreation resource improvements, environmental conservation and innovative community resiliency projects.
• Connected more than 22,000 customers facing challenges paying their energy bill with more than $35 million in electric and gas assistance.

Delmarva Power directs its community giving towards organizations that advocate for equal access to arts and culture, as well as those that educate customers about the energy industry and science. Additionally, Delmarva Power's community impacts extends to supporting organizations that enhance community vibrancy, promote sustainability, drive environmental open space initiatives, and cultivate the energy workforce of the future.

To learn more about Delmarva Power, visit The Source, Delmarva Power's online newsroom. Find additional information by visiting delmarva.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/DelmarvaPower and on X, formerly known as Twitter, at twitter.com/DelmarvaConnect. Delmarva Power's mobile app is available at delmarva.com/MobileApp.

Delmarva Power is a unit of Exelon (Nasdaq: EXC), a Fortune 250 company and the nation's largest utility company, serving more than 10 million customers. Delmarva Power provides safe and reliable energy service to approximately 561,500 electric customers in Delaware and Maryland and approximately 140,000 natural gas customers in northern Delaware.

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FAQ

How much did Delmarva Power contribute to local nonprofits in 2023?

Delmarva Power contributed over $2.3 million to local nonprofits in 2023.

How many volunteer hours did Delmarva Power employees provide in 2023?

Delmarva Power employees devoted more than 17,200 volunteer hours in 2023.

What is Delmarva Power's stock symbol?

Delmarva Power is a unit of Exelon (Nasdaq: EXC).

Where can I find more information about Delmarva Power?

You can visit The Source, Delmarva Power's online newsroom, or their website delmarva.com for additional information.

How many electric customers does Delmarva Power serve in Delaware and Maryland?

Delmarva Power serves approximately 561,500 electric customers in Delaware and Maryland.