The utility encourages businesses and individuals support community organizations, now facing extraordinary demands for services, to ensure those in need receive assistance
CASPER (April 2, 2020) — Community organizations are currently facing unprecedented challenges and demand for vital services. Through its charitable arm, the Rocky Mountain Power Foundation has committed $311,500 for immediate support to critical community-service organizations in Utah, Wyoming and Idaho.
From providing free meals for children during school closures to deploying resources and support to small businesses and care for seniors, community-based groups throughout the Rocky Mountain region have put out a call for assistance to support local COVID-19 initiatives.
“Food banks and other critical community organizations serving those in need are under tremendous strain,” said Sharon Fain, Rocky Mountain Power vice president for Wyoming. “The Rocky Mountain Power Foundation is committed to supporting these vital community organizations that depend on contributions to provide much needed services.”
Agencies receiving support include: the Wyoming Rescue Mission, Glenrock Boys & Girls Club, the Wyoming Hunger Initiative, Utah Food Bank, Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership and the Salvation Army.
Looking for ways to help? Follow the links to learn how to support these organizations’ vital work.
The Rocky Mountain Power Foundation is a subsidiary of the PacifiCorp Foundation, one of the largest utility-endowed foundations in the United States. The foundation was created in 1988 by PacifiCorp, an electric utility serving 1.8 million customers in six Western states as Rocky Mountain Power (Utah, Wyoming and Idaho) and Pacific Power (Oregon, Washington and California). The foundation’s mission, through charitable investments, is to support the growth and vitality of the communities served by Rocky Mountain Power. For more information, visit www.rockymountainpower.net/foundation.
Let the news come to you
Get any of our free email newsletters — news headlines, sports, arts & entertainment, state legislature, CFD news, and more.
