The Duke Energy Foundation announced Tuesday has awarded grants to four organizations in central Indiana supporting workforce development efforts. The shareholder-funded grants aim to equip Hoosiers with in-demand skills and industry-recognized credentials to meet the needs of the region’s employers.
Locally, the Hamilton County Community Foundation and Invest Hamilton County have received $10,000. Grant funds will support Invest Hamilton County’s new InvestEd program, which facilitates career exploration and work-based learning activities for students in all six local school corporations. InvestEd will help schools build new, dynamic and individualized partnerships with local businesses and community organizations.
Pinegar
“Time and again, we hear from local business leaders across our service territory that a skilled workforce is key to economic development,” Duke Energy Indiana President Stan Pinegar said. “These investments will expand the state’s skilled talent pool, create opportunities for individuals facing barriers to employment, and strengthen Indiana’s competitiveness when attracting companies.”
The grants awarded will support innovative workforce training programs that prepare individuals with the skills necessary to thrive in the state’s fastest-growing industries.
About the Duke Energy Foundation
The Duke Energy Foundation provides philanthropic support to meet the needs of communities where Duke Energy customers live and work. The Foundation contributes more than $2 million annually in charitable gifts to Indiana and is funded by Duke Energy shareholder dollars. More information about the Foundation and its Powerful Communities program can be found at duke-energy.com/foundation.