South Carolina · Utility Foundation Grant

Duke Energy Foundation Community Grants (South Carolina)

Funding

Up to $10,000 (local grants)

Grade Focus

K-12 and community

Application Due

Rolling applications

Level of Gov't

Utility Foundation — Duke Energy Foundation

Eligibility

Schools and nonprofits in Duke Energy service territory in South Carolina. Programs must align to Duke Energy Foundation priorities including STEM education and workforce readiness.

Program Goals

Duke Energy Foundation funds STEM education, workforce development, and community programs in its South Carolina service territory. Duke Energy is one of the largest utilities in SC, serving much of the state with rolling grant opportunities.

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Application and Distribution

Apply online through the Duke Energy Foundation website. Rolling applications reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Cycle Notes

Rolling applications. Check duke-energy.com for current guidelines and application process.

Grant Award Amount

Local grants up to $10,000. Higher-impact programs may qualify for larger awards.

Allowable Purchases

Forward Education Products for This Grant

These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.

Coding for Good Kit — an all-in-one coding, robotics, and AI literacy toolkit using micro:bit for real-world challenges
Smart Solar Energy Kit — build and program a working solar panel to measure real-time power generation and explore renewable energy
Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for Duke Energy Foundation grants in SC?

Schools and nonprofits in Duke Energy SC service territory. Contact Duke Energy to confirm eligibility.

How much does Duke Energy Foundation award?

Local grants up to $10,000.

Can Duke Energy grants be used for STEM and coding tools?

Yes. STEM education and technology programs aligned to workforce readiness are a priority.

How do SC schools apply?

Apply online at duke-energy.com/community/duke-energy-foundation.

How can Forward Education help?

We provide alignment documents and letters of support for SC schools applying to Duke Energy grants.

Grant Support

Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?

Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals. We can help you connect our tools to your grant requirements.

Curriculum alignment documents — South Carolina standards mapped to our kits
Program quotes and pricing — classroom sets, bundles, and multi-site pricing
Letters of support — documentation for grant applications
Project ideas and scope-and-sequence — ready-to-use program outlines

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