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Duke Energy Foundation’s contribution to Share the Light Fund® will help customers in need manage energy bills as extended cold drives increased energy use
Charlotte, N.C. – Recent below-normal temperatures across South Carolina are driving higher home energy use, and higher use can mean higher bills. To help families in need with their electric bills this winter, Duke Energy Foundation has invested $187,500 into the Share the Light Fund.
How it works: Duke Energy’s Share the Light Fund supports local agencies that connect qualifying energy utility customers with utility assistance and other essential resources. The Foundation’s investment will be distributed through the Foundation for the Carolinas to community partners in South Carolina.
This builds on more than $330,000 in Share the Light Fund assistance delivered to community partners across the state in 2025 by Duke Energy, its Foundation, employees and customers.
Need help? Customers who need help paying their energy utility bills can find local agencies that distribute Share the Light Fund assistance through our Payment Assistance Finder.
Want to help? Visit our website to set up a recurring or one-time contribution to the Share the Light Fund. The Duke Energy Foundation matches every dollar donated up to $500,000.
Local perspective: “We are incredibly grateful to Duke Energy for their continued partnership and support through the Share the Light Fund,” said Shelley L. Price, G.R.A.S.P. executive director. “This funding allows GRASP to provide critical assistance to families and individuals who are facing difficult choices between paying for utilities and meeting other basic needs.”
Our take: “Extreme cold can increase energy needs at a time when many customers are making tough financial choices,” said Tim Pearson, Duke Energy South Carolina state president. “Supporting our communities through the Share the Light Fund is an important way we can help during the winter months.”
Duke Energy Foundation
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.
Duke Energy
Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America’s largest energy holding companies. The company’s electric utilities serve 8.6 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 55,100 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas utilities serve 1.7 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky.
Duke Energy is executing an ambitious energy transition, keeping customer reliability and value at the forefront as it builds a smarter energy future. The company is investing in major electric grid upgrades and cleaner generation, including natural gas, nuclear, renewables and energy storage.
More information is available at duke-energy.com and the Duke Energy News Center.
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