The board of directors of the National Fuel Gas Company Foundation (Foundation), the charitable giving arm of National Fuel Gas Company (National Fuel), recently held its quarterly meeting and approved Foundation grants totaling $100,000.
According to David P. Bauer, Foundation President and President and CEO of National Fuel, funding that was approved supports important areas of need within our operating footprint.
“Community Enrichment and Safety is a pillar of our Foundation,” Bauer said. “These Foundation grants align with our commitment and help provide critical resources to members of the communities we serve.”
Grant recipients include:
- In Pennsylvania-
- Tioga County Partnership for Community Health in support of relief efforts and to assist individuals and families impacted by the devastating flooding caused by Tropical Storm Debby on Aug. 9. This contribution will be made jointly with a matching gift from National Fuel subsidiary Seneca Resources Company, LLC.
- In New York-
- The Veterans One-stop Center to help improve quality of life for veterans through a wide range of essential services including homelessness prevention, mental health support, employment assistance and benefits advisement.
- The John R. Oishei Children’s Hospital Injury Prevention Program to provide community education and outreach about carbon monoxide and cold weather safety, including recognizing hypothermia, avoiding dangerous situations and preparing for cold weather.
To learn more about the Foundation and its giving process, visit www.nationalfuel.com/corporate/national-fuel-gas-company-foundation/.
The National Fuel Gas Company Foundation is a 501(c)(3) private foundation funded entirely by National Fuel through shareholder funds to better establish National Fuel’s commitment to the community. Foundation focus areas include Community Enrichment & Safety, Education, Environmental Stewardship and Veteran Services.