HAMLET — Duke Energy employees joined forces with Amazon and Backpack Pals of Richmond County this week to help tackle food insecurity and support local students and families.
As part of an ongoing commitment to the community, Duke Energy’s Central Region Government and Community Relations team volunteered alongside Amazon at Backpack Pals of Richmond County, helping to pack more than 800 nutritional weekend meal bags for students across Richmond County schools.
The collaborative volunteer effort brought together local corporate partners and community advocates to support of an important local need: ensuring children have access to nutritional food beyond the school day.
“The strength of our community shines brightest when local organizations roll up their sleeves together to care for our neighbors,” said Emily Tucker, Duke Energy government and community relations district manager. “The chance for Duke Energy to join up with Amazon and Backpack Pals of Richmond County to support our local students and families reflects our shared commitment to investing in the wellbeing of the communities we call home..”
Duke Energy remains dedicated to supporting local organizations, strengthening community partnerships and helping elevate the quality of life across the communities we are privileged to serve.
