New Jersey nonprofits receive more than $740,000 from FirstEnergy, FirstEnergy Foundation 2024 Investing.com

More than 110 grants awarded to non-profit organizations in JCP&L’s area of ​​operations

HOLMDEL, NJ, January 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — To enhance the social and economic well-being of the communities it serves FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: NYSE:) electric company Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L), FirstEnergy and FirstEnergy Foundation they donated more than 740 thousand dollars 2024 to organizations that support a wide variety of community improvement efforts. These initiatives help promote workforce and economic development, enhance the social and cultural landscape of the region, and advocate for key security initiatives.

Lorna Wishamvice president of corporate affairs and Community involvement and president of the FirstEnergy Foundation: ” is the lifeblood of homes and businesses, but it’s the people who are the lifeblood of our communities. These non-profit organizations are run by people and provide opportunity, hope and safety to the people who need it most. We’re proud to help them make our communities such great places for living, working and raising a family.”

A total of 113 non-profit and civil organizations in the north and central New Jersey are advancing in their missions, thanks to grants from FirstEnergy and FirstEnergy Foundation. Areas of impact include:

• More than 120 thousand dollars to programs that fight food insecurity and local food pantries.
• More than 65,000 dollars up to eight local ones United Way chapters in support of their events and community-focused efforts.
• AND 64,000 dollars grant to NJ SHARES to fund a program to complete necessary repairs identified during the smart meter installation process for income-qualified JCP&L customers.
• More than 58,000 dollars initiatives for homelessness and housing security.
• More than 35,000 dollars programs and charities aimed at veterans.

In addition to providing support to local non-profit organizations, FirstEnergy Foundation encourages employees to give back to their local communities and provides support in helping employees make a greater impact. FirstEnergy provides each of its employees with 16 hours of Volunteer Time Off (VTO) per year, allowing team members to provide time and labor to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations.

How to Apply for FirstEnergy Foundation Grants in New Jersey

FirstEnergy Foundation supports 501 (c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organizations, including health and humanitarian agencies, educational organizations, cultural and arts programs and institutions, and civic groups in areas served by JCP&L and other FirstEnergy electric companies and in areas where the company does business.

FirstEnergy Foundation does not accept unsolicited grant applications. To inquire about grant or corporate sponsorship opportunities, please get in touch Alix HayesCommunity Involvement Advisor at (732) 904-9778 or ahayes@firstenergycorp.com.

Learn more about FirstEnergy and FirstEnergy Foundation commitment to their communities at firstenergycorp.com/community.¯

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FirstEnergy is committed to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Its electric distribution companies form one of the largest national electric systems owned by investors, serving customers in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia, Maryland and New York. The company’s transmission subsidiaries operate approximately 24,000 miles of transmission lines connecting the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions. Follow FirstEnergy on X @FirstEnergyCorp or online at firstenergycorp.com.