Funding Priorities
Our funding targets innovative, effective and measurable programs that enhance the quality of life within our communities and support the following giving pillars:
Community Vitality and Education. Priority consideration is given to programs that serve low- to moderate-income families and under-represented populations.
Key focus areas within the giving pillars include:
Community Vitality
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Affordable Housing – Building generational wealth through home ownership and affordable rentals
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Environment – Preserving our communities for future generations
- Community outdoor spaces – Improving or expanding access to parks, trails, and green spaces leading to enhanced quality of life
Education
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Quality Literacy Programs – Literacy and tutoring programs focused on early childhood through adult learners
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STEM Programs – STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) education programs targeted to under-resourced areas and/or under-represented populations; Digital device access
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Workforce Development – Programs addressing needs of our communities; credentialing programs providing skills for living wage jobs
Other Charitable Giving Programs
The Community Relations staff administers the following charitable programs, which are detailed below.
Easy Match
Easy Match (the company’s matching gifts program) furthers CenterPoint Energy’s charitable giving by matching employees’ personal donations dollar-for-dollar to non-profit organizations or causes that are important to them. Matching gifts are made to eligible 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations.
Board Service Grants
The Board Service Grant program provides a grant to an eligible 501(c)(3) non-profit organization for employee board service.
