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Duke Energy Grants Improve Home Safety for Seniors in South Carolina

Duke Energy Grants Improve Home Safety for Seniors in South Carolina
10/17/2024 | Companies
South Carolina's elderly residents should never have to choose between essential life needs and the ability to live safely in their own homes.   "Being able to enter and leave our homes safely is a fundamental need for everyone," said Mark Champagne, executive director of Sumter United...
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Duke Energy Offers $4.6M in Aid for Low-Income Families' Summer Energy Costs

Duke Energy Offers $4.6M in Aid for Low-Income Families' Summer Energy Costs
08/26/2024 | Companies
To assist low-income families in reducing their energy expenses this summer, Duke Energy is offering over $4.6 million in financial aid through its Share the Light Fund.   "As temperatures rise, these funds will provide crucial support to those who need it the most," said Kendal Bowman,...
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Fifth Third Bank supports high school students with disabilities

Fifth Third Bank supports high school students with disabilities
10/15/2022 | Companies
Fifth Third provides competitive employments to students with disabilities on completion of its 1 year program. In a statement Fifth Third Bank Corp said, “We are proud of 16 years of leading Project SEARCH”. Project SEARCH, a school-to-workplace transition for high school students who are...
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Here is how Duke Energy reinforces leadership in sustainability

Here is how Duke Energy reinforces leadership in sustainability
09/27/2022 | Companies
The large majority of Duke Energy’s issuances are aimed towards expanded opportunities for diverse suppliers. In an industry first Duke Energy has successfully published the utility industry's first sustainable trade newspaper, in a move that further reinforces the company's leadership in...
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Employees of Whirlpool Corp celebrates National Disability Independence Day

Employees of Whirlpool Corp celebrates National Disability Independence Day
09/01/2022 | Citizenship
Employees of Whirlpool Corp celebrate and reflect on the importance of ADA on the occasion of National Disability Independence Day For those who have disabilities, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) provides and enforces opportunities, greater accessibility in the workplace and the ability...
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Hershey builds on its ESG, continues to diversify supply chains partners

Hershey builds on its ESG, continues to diversify supply chains partners
07/06/2022 | Companies
As part of Hershey’s holistic diversity, equity and inclusion strategy, despite disruptions caused by the pandemic, it continues to diversify its suppliers and partners to achieve a wider range of perspectives. In a statement Bethany Fitzgerald, Hershey’s Director of Responsible Sourcing, said for...
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