CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The Duke Energy Foundation has awarded 32 grants totaling more than $250,000 to local nonprofit organizations working to revitalize parks, playgrounds and shared green spaces across North Carolina, South Carolina, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and Florida. Grant funding will support community‑led cleanups, public landscaping efforts, playground improvements and trail enhancements – helping strengthen outdoor spaces where families and individuals gather for recreation, connection and community
Charlotte, N.C. – As communities prepare to honor Memorial Day, the Duke Energy Foundation is investing $45,800 in three organizations helping North Carolina veterans build careers after military service. Through its America250 initiative, the funding supports programs focused on connecting veterans to training, credentials and long-term career opportunities. Why it matters: Veterans bring leadership, resilience and technical expertise that strengthen workplaces and communities. These investments help