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Dominion awarding $1 million in environmental grants
April 22, 2016
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April 22, 2016
RICHMOND, Va. — Whether it’s planting native trees, forging new trails or building boat ramps, this year’s environmental grants will help fund a wide variety of initiatives to improve public spaces and preserve habitats for the benefit of nature lovers across the Dominion footprint. Dominion Resources is awarding $1 million in environmental grants through its philanthropic arm, the Dominion Foundation, to 67 organizations in 10 states and the District of Columbia. Since 2003, Dominion has donated $26.7 million to support a wide variety of environmental projects.
“So many great organizations are working to protect natural resources and make our communities more livable and enjoyable,” saidย Hunter A. Applewhite, president of the Dominion Foundation. “It’s very rewarding to support these efforts because they align well with our mission to conserve and promote the health and beauty of the environment in the places we call home.”
The grants are part of Dominion’s annual competitive program to support environmental projects that protect and preserve natural habitats, improve open spaces, make nature accessible or educate the public about environmental stewardship. A sampling of this year’s grant recipients include:
Theย full list of 2016 environmental grantsย and additional program information is available at www.dom.com/envirogrants.
Dominion (NYSE: D), is one of the nation’s largest producers and transporters of energy. The Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation is dedicated to improving the physical, social and economic well-being of the communities served by Dominion companies. The Foundation supports nonprofit causes that meet basic human needs, protect the environment, support education and promote community vitality. For more information about Dominion, visit www.dom.com.
SOURCE Dominion