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Xcel Energy Foundation Celebrates 25 Years of Community Investment

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  • The Xcel Energy Foundation announced nearly $160 million invested in communities over its 25-year history since 2001.
  • Investments span eight states: Colorado, Michigan, Minnesota, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Texas, & Wisconsin.
  • Funding breakdown includes $82.8 million in grants to local nonprofits & $73.6 million from employee & retiree giving programs.
  • Core focus areas for investments are community vitality, environmental sustainability, & STEM career pathways.
  • In 2025 alone, the Foundation awarded nearly $5 million to 384 nonprofits through its Energizing the Future grant program.
  • 2025 highlights include $13.5 million in contributions, 96,000 hours of paid volunteer time, & 2,389 STEM job placements.
  • Environmental initiatives in 2025 resulted in over 26,000 trees planted & 18,000 tons of carbon emissions offset.
  • Nearly 3,000 employees & customers participated in the annual Day of Service, contributing 8,900 volunteer hours.
  • Specific nonprofit partners highlighted include Children's Theatre Company, The Park People, Amarillo College Foundation, & North Dakota State University Foundation.
  • The Xcel Energy Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization funded primarily by Xcel Energy shareholder dollars.