PLAINFIELD (April 8, 2022) – Duke Energy is awarding nearly $120,000 in strategic grants to 26 economic development groups to spur new jobs and investment across the state of
Indiana, including $5,000 to the Lawrence County Economic Growth Council (LCEGC).
“Duke Energy is working hand in hand with our local and regional economic development partners to accelerate growth and job creation in the communities we serve,” said Erin Schneider, director of economic development for Duke Energy Indiana.
“We’re proud to support these organizations, each of which plays a critical role in marketing Indiana’s communities to attract businesses and enhance the quality of life
for our customers.”
The funding is through Duke Energy’s Partnership Program, which supports organizations that increase awareness of a community or region’s economic development strategies and product availability. This may include tours and special events to promote business sites and communities; marketing campaigns and promotional materials; and website development and updates.
“The Lawrence County Economic Growth Council understands the complexities of our
region, analyzes the realities of today, and explores the potential for strategically
promoting our most compelling opportunities for Department of Defense businesses to
relocate or build new structures within our county,” said Shance Sizemore, Chief
Executive Officer of the LCEGC.
“Lawrence County possesses a rich history of military defense with Naval Support Activity Crane (the third largest naval installation in the world) located in an adjacent county. Duke Energy’s support will help fund site planning, strategic marketing plan development, and production of professional marketing materials to be able to ignite the growth of the entire Southern Indiana region.”
Since the program was established in 2017, Duke Energy has contributed nearly
$600,000 in grant funding to organizations that are helping create vibrant economies in
Indiana.
To qualify for program consideration, each applicant submitted a plan that would have a
direct impact on their community’s economic growth. These awards help local and regional economic development organizations fund marketing and strategic efforts in the communities they serve. Amounts varied depending on the size and scope of the project.
This year, grants were awarded to the following organizations:
Accelerate West Central Indiana Economic Development – $5,000
Carroll County Economic Development Corporation – $5,000
Cass County Economic Development – $4,200
City of Batesville – $5,000
City of Madison Economic Development – $5,000
East Central Indiana Regional Partnership – $5,000
Gibson County Economic Development Corporation – $5,000
Greater Kokomo Economic Development Alliance – $5,000
Greater Lafayette Economic Alliance – $5,000
Greater Lafayette Commerce – $5,000
Greencastle/Putnam County Development Center – $5,000
Grow Wabash County – $5,000
Hancock Economic Development Council – $2,500
Indy Partnership – $5,000
Jackson County Industrial Development Corporation – $5,000
Knox County Indiana Economic Development – $5,000
Lawrence County Economic Growth Council – $5,000
Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership – $5,000
One Dearborn – $5,000
Owen County Chamber & Economic Development Corporation – $1,745
Pike County Economic Development Corporation – $5,000
Shelby County Development Corporation – $5,000
Southwest Indiana Development Council – $5,000
Terre Haute Regional Airport – $5,000
Vermillion County Economic Development Council – $1,200
Vermillion Rise Mega Park – $5,000
Duke Energy Indiana: Duke Energy Indiana, a subsidiary of Duke Energy, provides
about 6,300 megawatts of owned electric capacity to approximately 870,000 customers
in a 23,000-square-mile service area, making it Indiana’s largest electric supplier.
About Lawrence County Economic Growth Council: The Lawrence County
Economic Growth Council is a non-profit, local economic development organization
(LEDO) existing to support growth of Lawrence County Businesses including startup
support, workforce solutions, and technical assistance which promotes investment that
improves the quality of life for our citizens. Learn more at
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