From the Duke Energy Foundation
In Summary:
In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, the Duke Energy Foundation is launching a new round of America250 grants for qualified Florida nonprofits, with awards ranging from $5,000 to $20,000. The grants will fund projects that reflect core themes, including veteran career development, sharing the American story through local history initiatives, and improving shared community spaces. The application window opens January 12 and closes February 20.
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In honor of America’s upcoming 250th anniversary, the Duke Energy Foundation is inviting qualified nonprofits in Florida to apply for America250 grants ranging from $5,000 to $20,000. The enterprise request for proposals (RFP) opens January 12 and will fund projects that demonstrate local impact and alignment with the spirit of the Foundation’s America250 core themes, including:
- Careers for veterans: Workforce development programs that help veterans transition to civilian careers.
- Sharing the American story: Local history projects, public exhibits, preservation of historic sites, educational programming, or field trips that celebrate America’s founding and ideals.
- Care for our country: Community cleanups, park revitalizations, public landscaping, or improvements to shared green spaces.
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“America250 is more than a milestone – it’s an opportunity to reflect on our nation’s history, recognize the contributions of all Americans, and support the next generation through community-led projects,” said Loree Elswick, president of the Duke Energy Foundation. “Our investment is focused on uplifting the places and people that shape our communities.”
What to Know
- Eligible applicants: Qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving Duke Energy Florida communities.
- Governmental entities are not eligible for America250 grant funding.
- One application per organization.
How to Apply
- Application window: Jan. 12-Feb. 20.
- Title your application “America250: [Insert description of the request].”
Key Points:
- America250 grants will range from $5,000 to $20,000 for eligible Florida nonprofits.
- Funded projects must align with one of three core themes: veteran workforce development, local history and education, or community and environmental care.
- Eligible applicants include qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving Duke Energy Florida communities; government entities are not eligible.
- Organizations may submit only one application during the grant cycle.
- Applications open January 12 and close February 20, with submissions required to be titled “America250: [Insert description of the request].”
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.
