PGE Foundation awards grants to 2 C.O. nonprofits

In support of dozens of nonprofit organizations doing life-changing work across Oregon, the PGE Foundation — Portland General Electric’s corporate foundation — is honored to commit $568,857 to fund 43 education grants for programs working to close the achievement gap and improve educational opportunities for all students regardless of economic, racial or social backgrounds.

In Central Oregon, Better Together received a $25,000 grant to support programs that help increase student enrollment in post-secondary training/education, and The School Foundation received $7,500 to support STEM programs in Bend-La Pine schools.

The PGE Foundation is dedicated to positively influencing equity, diversity and inclusion in our communities and contributing to a healthy Oregon economy where residents are ready and prepared for the future.

“Together, with our community partners we’re committed to giving all students access to programs and tools that will help them create clear pathways for their future,” said Kregg Arntson, executive director of the PGE Foundation.

PGE Foundation education grants focus on career technical (CTE) and science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) programs, workforce programs and higher education scholarships, that will help Oregon children realize their full potential. Visit PGEFoundation.org to see the complete list of education grants awarded in 2018