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As America’s 250th anniversary approaches this Fourth of July, Duke Energy Foundation is providing more than $260,000 in grants to South Carolina organizations to help preserve local history and expand civic learning across the Palmetto State. This is the final round of the Foundation’s America250 initiative, completing a $550,000 investment in South Carolina tied to the nation’s anniversary focused on community-driven projects.

As the country approaches its 250th birthday, the Duke Energy Foundation is distributing $186,100 to 16 nonprofit organizations across North Carolina that are working to expand access to civic learning and remembrance.

This weekend, Duke Energy Florida joined Citrus County and Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) Florida to release 100 redfish at the Pirates Cove Park in Crystal River.

As part of the final round of grants through the Duke Energy Foundation’s America250 initiative, $77,500 is being distributed to seven nonprofit organizations across Florida that are working to expand access to civic learning and remembrance.

The Duke Energy Foundation is awarding nearly $830,000 in 54 grants to nonprofit organizations, cultural institutions and community partners in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky.

The Duke Energy Foundation is awarding $500,000 through the 2026 Helping Emergency Response Organizations (HERO) Grant Program to help South Carolina communities be prepared for the impacts from severe weather. More than 30 organizations are receiving grants that will fund training, life-saving equipment and innovative technology identified as needs following severe weather events – all aimed to aid in weather-related disaster planning and recovery efforts.

The Duke Energy Foundation is offering $500,000 in grants to support nonprofit-led programs that help small businesses like restaurants and retail stores complete renovations, buy equipment or technology, purchase inventory or meet other business needs.

With the 2026 hurricane season starting on June 1, the Duke Energy Foundation is awarding $500,000 to 20 organizations that are preparing communities across North Carolina for storms, while also strengthening their resiliency and capacity for safe, coordinated recovery.

With the 2026 hurricane season starting on June 1, the Duke Energy Foundation is awarding $130,000 to 10 organizations that are preparing communities across Florida for storms, while also strengthening their resiliency and capacity for safe, coordinated recovery.

As Memorial Day approaches, the Duke Energy Foundation is awarding $45,800 to three nonprofit organizations honoring and supporting North Carolina veterans.