2024 Giving Impact Snapshot - Flipbook - Page 2
Message from our CEO
STRENGTHENING OUR COMMUNITIES TOGETHER
At SDG&E, we believe in the power of community
and the importance of giving back. We pride
ourselves on being more than just an energy
company — we are a people company. We
are neighbors, partners and champions
for those working to create a brighter
future for all. Through our shareholderfunded charitable investments, employee
volunteerism and partnerships with nonprofit
organizations, we are proud to reinvest in the
communities we are privileged to serve.
As one of the largest corporate funders in the region, we take a strategic
approach to our community investments, focusing on four key areas:
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Climate Action — Supporting sustainability and
environmental stewardship
Economic Prosperity — Empowering local businesses
and job growth
Emergency Preparedness & Safety — Helping communities
stay resilient
Inspiring Future Leaders — Advancing K-16 STEM
education opportunities
In 2024, SDG&E contributed over $6.2 million in shareholder-funded grants
to community-based organizations across our service area, with 83% of
those funds benefiting under-resourced populations.
We are also seeing the benefits of one of the initiatives I'm most proud
of, the Community Assistance Fund (CAF), the largest single charitable
initiative in our company’s history. Through a highly competitive grant
solicitation process, 21 exceptional nonprofit organizations were selected
to receive transformational grants ranging from $250,000 to $1 million,
empowering them to drive meaningful change. The CAF was created
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two years ago to provide critical resources to nonprofits working
to address food and housing insecurity, helping those in need gain
access to essential services.
In 2024, the impact of this initiative became clear as grantees
reported remarkable outcomes. Each organization met or exceeded
most of their target goals, successfully delivering rental assistance,
expanding access to nutritious food and connecting vulnerable
populations — including older adults, low-income families and underresourced communities — to vital public assistance programs. In
times of uncertainty, the success of this initiative reaffirms our
commitment to strengthening our communities and creating
sustainable, positive change.
But our impact goes beyond financial contributions. I'm continuously
inspired by our employees who volunteer their time to many worthy
causes. Whether they are fighting food insecurity, mentoring students
in STEM fields or serving on nonprofit boards, their dedication
embodies the heart of our company.
We know that creating lasting change requires collaboration, and we
are deeply grateful to our nonprofit partners for the incredible work
they do every day. Together, we are fostering stronger, more resilient
communities. We look forward to continuing this important work for
many years to come.
With gratitude,
Caroline Winn
Chief Executive Officer
