Duke Energy has announced it will provide $550,000 in grants to support environmental impact programs across North Carolina. The funding is set to benefit 19 different initiatives focused on conservation, vegetation enhancement, cleanup efforts, and improvements to natural spaces.
The grants are distributed through the Duke Energy Foundation and aim to strengthen the state’s biodiversity and community resilience. Over the past five years, the foundation has awarded more than $6.6 million in similar environmental impact grants throughout North Carolina.
Kendal Bowman, Duke Energy’s North Carolina president, said: “North Carolina’s natural surroundings are an asset to our communities, our residents and our economic growth. We’re proud to work alongside local nonprofits to promote our state’s natural resources and build communities that are great places to live, work and play.”
Kyle Prairie, CEO/Executive Director of Keep North Carolina Beautiful, added: “We are deeply grateful to Duke Energy for their generous support of the 2025 Greatest American Cleanup. Their investment in this statewide effort enables our affiliates and partners to roll up their sleeves and make a tangible impact in communities across North Carolina. Thanks to Duke Energy’s commitment, we’re not only providing the tools and resources needed to tackle litter and recycling – we’re also empowering thousands of volunteers to help create a cleaner, more beautiful North Carolina for everyone.”
Grant recipients include organizations such as Alliance for Cape Fear Trees, Broad River Greenway, Carolina Raptor Center, Catawba County Historical Association, City of Greensboro, City of Lumberton, Daniel Jonathan Stowe Conservancy, Gateway Environmental Initiative, Happy Roots, Keep Durham Beautiful, Keep North Carolina Beautiful, North Carolina Arboretum Society, North Carolina Coastal Federation, North Carolina Wildlife Federation, Sturgeon City of Jacksonville, Town of Cary, Town of Sylva, TreesCharlotte and Wildlife & Outdoor Recreation Foundation.
The Duke Energy Foundation provides over $30 million annually in philanthropic support funded by company shareholders. Duke Energy serves millions of electric customers across several states including North Carolina.
More information about these efforts can be found at duke-energy.com or through the company’s social media channels.
