Duke Energy Foundation
Powering Our Communities
The Duke Energy Foundation is proud to power the vitality of our communities through philanthropy.
Applying for a grant? Here's how it works.
1Determine eligibility
Review a full list of our eligibility guidelines to determine if your organization qualifies.
2Review alignment areas
Understand how your grant proposal aligns with our Foundation’s focus areas.
3Find and contact your local Foundation representative
View a complete list of regional contacts by state and reach out to the appropriate person with information on your grant proposal and its focus area alignment.
4Submit your application
After determining your eligibility with your area’s contact, use our electronic grant application to file your grant request. Review our complete list of helpful documents for filing a grant.
5Grant Review
Once your grant is submitted, our team will vet your organization and contact you with questions. The review process may take up to three months or more for a decision to be made on your application.