Community investment Community and Corporate Responsibility / Community investment LG&E and KU are committed to investing in the communities we serve through initiatives that promote the well-being of the people we serve. We do this through our donations to non-profit organizations that focus on education, the environment, diversity and activities benefiting our low-income customers. These donations support events, activities and organizations each year, demonstrating our support and appreciation to our customers and communities throughout our service territory. From music festivals to harvest festivals; children's organizations to family support groups; community events in rural communities to large metro areas; and an array of other events and organizations are supported by LG&E and KU each year. Grant applications We invest in the improvement of the quality of life in our communities. Our previous grant programs Community Investment Funding and LG&E and KU Foundation have been combined under the new name Community Grants. The application period for the 2021 funding year will reopen October 1, 2020 and close October 30, 2020. Community grants application Plant for the Planet application Investment in Kentucky Riverside, the Farnsley-Moremen Landing more Urban League of Lexington-Fayette County and Louisville Urban League more Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana and Junior Achievement of the Bluegrass more And the list continues... more Environmental Investment more Investment in Virginia ODP supports Feeding America Southwest Virginia; Mountain Empire Older Citizens, Inc.; “Fit Farmer” 5-K runs and obstacle courses for kids; Kiwanis clothing drives for children; and the Appalachian Community Action & Development Agency, Inc. Our support of the Southwest Virginia Legislative Reception in Richmond, Va., directly impacts the region’s future. Hosted by the Wise County Industrial Development Authority, this event brings together business leaders, elected officials and economic development professionals to promote growth in ODP communities. Additionally, we support an annual fundraiser for the Wise County Chamber of Commerce. From new libraries and tree planting initiatives to harvest festivals, we invest in projects and programs that enhance the world around us. Was this page helpful? Residential contact Business contact Our company ©2021 LG&E and KU Privacy policy Terms of use PPL Corporation Investor information Regulated Fuel Bids Employee resources MyHR