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PROVIDENCE, R.I.  (October 14, 2025)  – Through its "Power of One" campaign, Rhode Island Energy (RIE) employees, together with matching contributions from the Rhode Island Energy Foundation have pledged more than $232,000 to various nonprofit organizations across the Ocean State. This includes employee donations of $116,000 to the United Way of Rhode Island, with $10,000 directed specifically to "Operation Help” and a matching donation from the Rhode Island Energy Foundation. The donations are part of the company’s commitment to help those who need it most this winter.  

"At Rhode Island Energy, we're driven by a shared commitment to uplift our communities, especially when they need us most," said Greg Cornett, President of RIE. "Through the Power of One campaign, our employees and the Rhode Island Energy Foundation have come together to contribute more than $232,000 to support nonprofit organizations and Rhode Islanders this winter. Whether it's through our partnership with United Way of Rhode Island, the launch of our new Operation Help fund, or the hundreds of volunteer hours our team has given, this effort reflects the heart of who we are, neighbors helping neighbors."  

Building upon the company-wide Day of Caring, where RIE employees donated over 280 volunteer hours to local organizations, RIE employees have doubled down on their commitment to their friends and neighbors across the state, pledging over $116,000 in donations to various nonprofit organizations. The RIE Foundation provided a 100% match of employee contributions, resulting in a donation of over $116,000 to the United Way of Rhode Island.  

Of the over $116,000 donated by RIE employees, $10,000 will be allocated to the company's new, employee-funded assistance program designed to help support its most vulnerable customers this winter. This fund, named "RI Operation Help" coordinated with with Westbay Community Action, Inc, will be available to provide winter bill assistance to Rhode Islanders who need it most later this year. RIE will continue its support for the Good Neighbor Energy Fund, which separately provides heating assistance across the Ocean State. 

RIE is committed to delivering safe, reliable, and affordable energy to the customers and communities we serve. RIE offers various programs and services to help customers save energy, manage their bills, and access financial assistance. 

Customers can take advantage of the following programs today: 

For more information on these programs and for additional bill help resources, please visit rienergy.com/toolkit. 

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About Rhode Island Energy Foundation 

The Rhode Island Energy Foundation is an independent, nonprofit organization. Funded by contributions from PPL Corporation, RIE’s ultimate parent company, the foundation was formed to support community initiatives in the areas served by PPL Corporation’s utilities. Through strategic partnerships, the PPL Foundation supports nonprofit organizations working to create vibrant, sustainable communities in Rhode Island and Pennsylvania. 

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