To bolster the social and economic well-being of our New Jersey communities, in 2024 we donated more than $740,000 to organizations that support a wide array of community-enhancing endeavors.

These initiatives help promote workforce and economic development, enhance the social and cultural landscape of the region and champion crucial safety initiatives.

“Electricity is the lifeblood for homes and businesses, but it’s the people that are the lifeblood of our communities,” said Lorna Wisham, Vice President of Corporate Affairs & Community Involvement and President of the FirstEnergy Foundation. “These non-profits are people-driven, and they give opportunities, hope and security to the people who need it the most. We are proud to be able to help them make our communities such great places to live, work and raise a family.”

A total of 113 nonprofit and civic organizations in northern and central New Jersey are making progress on their missions, thanks to grants from FirstEnergy and the FirstEnergy Foundation. Areas of impact include:

• More than $120,000 to programs that combat food insecurity and local food pantries.
• More than $65,000 to eight local United Way chapters in support of their community-focused events and efforts.
• A $64,000 grant to NJ SHARES to fund a program for the completion of required repairs identified during the smart meter installation process for income-qualified customers.
• More than $58,000 to homelessness and housing security initiatives.
• More than $35,000 to veteran-focused programs and charities.

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