Duke Energy employees help pack Thanksgiving meals as part of campaign

Duke Energy employees joined Hidden Wounds on Thursday, Nov. 5, to pack and distribute Thanksgiving meals, connecting food assistance with an organization that serves veterans and families in the community. Duke Energy and the Duke Energy Foundation are providing more than $500,000 to support nearly 70 South Carolina organizations during the monthlong "Powering Plates. Nourishing Neighbors." campaign, which raises awareness of food insecurity and spotlights the groups helping residents access nutritious food. The campaign launched with FoodShare South Carolina activities in Florence, Mill Village Farms' Yam Jam in Greenville and a Hidden Wounds meal-packing event in Sumter.

"Food insecurity can be easy to miss, but it touches every part of our state," said Tim Pearson, Duke Energy South Carolina president. "Our role is to help shine a light on the need, stand beside the trusted organizations doing this work every day and encourage others to get involved. These partners know their communities best, and their work is making a meaningful difference for children, families, students and older adults across our state."