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Bright Lights grants awarded to community advocates, nonprofit agencies
In recognition of PPL’s 100th anniversary, the PPL Foundation awarded a $100,000 in special grants to help illuminate the outstanding contributions of individuals working in the nonprofit sector. Ten Bright Lights grants of $10,000 were awarded in recognition of the honorees to the nonprofit agencies they support.
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PPL Electric Utilities fosters growth in diverse communities through Empowering Equitable Communities initiative
Meet two PPL volunteers that are fostering inclusion through the company’s youth mentorship program.
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Environmental Champions: Wildlife Leadership Academy
Funding from the PPL Foundation helps this organization teach youth to become future conservation ambassadors.
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“Empty nester” finds personal growth as a mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters
During Volunteer Appreciation Month, we thank all employees for giving back.
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A Commitment to Public Safety
PPL Electric didn’t allow the COVID-19 pandemic to prevent it from teaching children about electrical safety.
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Employees Give Back to Communities They Serve
For 100 years, we have had a special connection to our local communities, knowing that the service we provide is essential to families and businesses.
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Connecting students with future career opportunities
As part of its overall partnership with the organization, LG&E has been a proud sponsor of JA of Kentuckiana’s “BizTown” for the past 15 years. The program gives fifth-grade students an introduction to managing finances, exploring a variety of careers and thinking like an entrepreneur.
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Conservation lessons flow through hands-on learning at Waterdale Environmental Education Center
The wonder of a sleeping doe. The thrill of discovering a squiggly bug dwelling in a creek. The quiet excitement of observing a woodpecker on a nature trail. These are just some of the amazing discoveries students find at the Waterdale Environmental Education Center. Watch as 100 4th graders are delighted by their day in nature.
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Lacawac Sanctuary awakens the love of nature for students, community
Maybe it’s the quiet energy of the forest, or the song of the golden-winged warbler, or even the stillness of the pristine 52-acre glacial lake that appeals to the hundreds of visitors who come to Lacawac Sanctuary each year. No matter why they come, all visitors leave with a profound appreciation for nature and all its wonder.
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Park revitalization brings a community together
The shrieks from kids racing down the slide, the laughter of grandparents playing with their grandchildren, the crack of a bat connecting with a fastball as the crowd cheers. These are the sounds that echo throughout Veterans Memorial Park in Newport, Pennsylvania. Just a couple of years ago, this park wasn’t so lively.