Duke Energy grants $326,500 to boost Florida's economy
Key Highlights
- ➤Duke Energy (DUK) grants $326,500 to 27 Florida organizations.
- ➤Grants target workforce development, business growth and economic development.
- ➤Greater Tampa Bay Area organizations receive $120,000, the largest regional allocation.
- ➤Duke Energy Florida serves 2 million customers across a 13,000-square-mile area.
Expert Statements
Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy Florida state president
“Every day, more and more people are making beautiful, sunny Florida their home.”
Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy Florida state president
“By supporting strategic research, planning and investment, we're helping ensure the state's economy keeps up with this rapid growth and that it remains competitive both nationally and globally.”
Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy Florida state president
“Ultimately, our goal is to allow Floridians to continue pursuing promising opportunities, provide for themselves and their families and prosper now and into the future.”
Chelsea Morgan, North Florida Economic Development Partnership Foundation Board of Directors Lafayette County liaison
“Being from a small rural community, I know how important it is to have partners who see our potential and are willing to invest in our future.”
Chelsea Morgan, North Florida Economic Development Partnership Foundation Board of Directors Lafayette County liaison
“Working with Duke Energy on this project means a lot to me because it gives Lafayette County resources, exposure and opportunities that can help us grow while still keeping the things that make our community special.”
Chelsea Morgan, North Florida Economic Development Partnership Foundation Board of Directors Lafayette County liaison
“I'm grateful for the relationship we've built and for Duke Energy's continued commitment to supporting rural communities like ours.”
Andria Herr, Seminole County Board of County Commissioners chair
“Strong partnerships help build strong communities.”
Andria Herr, Seminole County Board of County Commissioners chair
“Duke Energy's support will help more entrepreneurs and small businesses discover the resources available to grow, create jobs and contribute to Seminole County's economy.”
Christopher Edwards, City of Clearwater director of economic development and housing
“Duke Energy's investment will help Clearwater attract businesses, generate quality jobs, expand our economic base and strengthen our community's long-term economic competitiveness.”
Christopher Edwards, City of Clearwater director of economic development and housing
“This partnership allows us to proactively position Clearwater for an urban renaissance of private investment.”
Duke Energy grants $326,500 to boost Florida's economy PR Newswire
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Twenty-seven organizations that are strengthening the workforce, supporting business growth and fostering economic development in Florida just received a collective $326,500 from Duke Energy and the Duke Energy Foundation. From nonprofits to government entities, these grant recipients will use the funds to promote careers in emerging industries, attract high-potential companies and/or make it easier to do business in the state.
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