Duke Energy Foundation Grants

The Duke Energy Foundation is focused on strengthening and uplifting communities with grant funding. We accept grant applications for $20,000 and less throughout the year on a rolling basis for the focus areas describe below. Every state in the 6-state area that these grants cover (North Carolina, South Caroline, Florida, Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio) have different grant qualifications and cycle deadlines. Visit state-specific page and contact representative before submitting a proposal. 

Vibrant Economies

  • Workforce development training for jobs vital to the energy economy
  • Community revitalization and local economic development efforts
  • Economic recovery for customers and communities facing unprecedented challenges
  • Energy and engineering education for K-12 students and teachers

Climate Resiliency

  • Environmental projects supporting land conservation; clean water; and biodiversity of plant and animal species
  • Resiliency projects that prepare communities for and mitigate against the effects of climate change
  • Natural disaster preparedness and response programming
  • Projects strengthening thriving natural environments, including access to green space, in historically underserved communities

Opportunity and Inclusion

  • Programs supporting a just transition for communities moving toward cleaner energy infrastructure
  • Initiatives supporting upward mobility for families and individuals in the communities we serve
  • Programs reducing structural barriers and promoting access to opportunity for underserved communities

Opportunity offered by:

Duke Energy Foundation

The Duke Energy Foundation is committed to making strategic investments to build powerful communities where nature and wildlife thrive, students can excel and a talented workforce drives economic prosperity for…
Online application form
Opportunity type

Grant
Rolling

Location(s) where available

Florida
Indiana
Kentucky
North Carolina
Ohio
South Carolina

Maximum grant amount

$20000

Areas of focus

Business/Economy
Climate Change
Education
Natural Resources
Small Business
Underrepresented Community(ies)

This is a recurring opportunity