Tag: nonprofit partnerships
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Alberta’s Hidden Helpers: How Energy Providers Fund Small-Town Community Projects
Introduction: A Surprising Source of Local Support When people think of philanthropy, energy providers aren’t the first names that come to mind. Yet in many parts of Alberta, the proceeds from utility bills are reinvested back into communities through programs run by community energy marketers. These organizations channel funds into local initiatives, improving infrastructure, supporting…
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How Alberta’s Energy Providers Are Filling the Gaps in Small-Town Funding
Introduction: A Different Kind of Community Investment When people think of philanthropy, utilities rarely top the list. Yet in much of Alberta, energy providers are quietly shaping the social landscape by reinvesting proceeds from utility bills into local projects. These community energy marketers, as they’re often called, are turning energy consumption into a source of…