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Duke Energy Foundation Workforce Development grants (Ohio and Kentucky)

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Summary

501(c)(3) nonprofits serving Duke Energy areas of Ohio and Northern Kentucky can apply January to April 1 for workforce grants (average $10,000-$15,000) that remove barriers to getting and keeping a job: transportation, childcare, wraparound services, financial mentoring, tools and uniforms.

About this grant

The Duke Energy Foundation funds Ohio and Kentucky nonprofits whose programs help people secure and keep jobs by meeting ancillary needs such as wraparound services, transportation, financial mentoring, work supplies and childcare. The average award is $10,000 to $15,000; applications open in January and are due April 1, with grants announced in June.

Who can apply

  • Nonprofits

Our reading of the listing: for-profit businesses are not eligible for this one.

Current tax-exempt status as a public charity under Section 501(c)(3)

Serve communities in Duke Energy's Ohio or Kentucky service areas

Preference for programs that impact an at-risk, underserved community and have clearly defined impact

Not eligible: for-profit organizations, individuals, churches, private foundations, individual K-12 schools; no general operating expenses or capital investments

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Workforce
  • Community development

Money can be used for

  • Program support
  • Training

Set-asides

  • Disadvantaged

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