FLORIDA, USA — Duke Energy Florida announced Wednesday that it's giving nearly $700,000 to assistance programs that help community members with household expenses, according to a news release.
The company says $600,000 will go to 10 Florida-based assistance programs and $100,000 is going to Share the Light FundSM agencies, which will distribute to individuals and families in need.
“Duke Energy is committed to supporting our customers during this time of continued economic hardship,” said Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy Florida state president.
Duke Energy Florida says customers may qualify for assistance to help meet a wide range of needs including utility bills, housing, food and other essentials.
Below is a list of agencies that received funding:
- 2-1-1 Tampa Bay Cares
- Capital Area Community Action Agency
- Heart of Florida United Way
- Suwannee River Economic Council
- The Neighborhood Center of West Volusia
- United Way of Central Florida
- United Way of Citrus County
- United Way of Lake and Sumter Counties
- United Way of Marion County
- United Way of North Central Florida