Citizens Energy Group and United Way Sign Strategic Partnership Agreement to Strengthen Community Impact in 2018
Citizens Energy Group President & CEO Jeffrey Harrison and United Way of Central Indiana President & CEO Ann Murtlow sign strategic partnership agreement at United Way’s Board Meeting on March 28 INDIANAPOLIS, IN –Today during the United Way of Central Indiana Board of Directors meeting, Citizens Energy Group (Citizens) became the first strategic partner with United Way of Central Indiana in 2018. The partnership agreement between United Way and Citizens will build on the organizations’ strong foundation to create a more strategic and meaningful relationship. Together, United Way and Citizens will make measurable progress on their shared social impact goals for the community. United Way President and CEO Ann D. Murtlow and Citizens CEO Jeffrey Harrison signed the agreement in United Way’s headquarters located at 2955 North Meridian Street. Citizens has a long-standing relationship that has promoted philanthropic giving through workplace campaigns and other programs that have contributed greatly to improving communities and lives in Central Indiana. The Utility Service Company has consistently received the “Company That Cares” award and received the honor of the “Spirit United” award in 2013 from United Way of Central Indiana. The Strategic Partnership Agreement between United Way and Citizens was established to drive positive, measurable social change as well as enhance employee engagement and collaborative community impact. The partnership includes the following commitments:
- Align on community impact opportunities that further the community priorities of Citizens and United Way.
- Drive greater focus on meaningful year-round employee engagement to strengthen both community impact and philanthropic spirit.
- Identify “best practices” for associate volunteer activities across Central Indiana and enhance the donor experience.
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“Citizens Energy Group is very pleased to partner with the United Way of Central Indiana because for more than 130 years our mission has been focused on improving quality of life and economic development in the communities we serve. In addition to our ongoing philanthropy program, Citizens employees are very committed to giving back to their community. We look forward to expanding and improving our partnership with the United Way,” said Jeffrey Harrison, President & CEO of Citizens Energy Group. This is the fifth strategic partnership agreement between United Way of Central Indiana and a major corporate partner. In February of 2016, United Way Worldwide, United Way of Central Indiana and Eli Lilly and Company signed an agreement that elevated Lilly employee engagement, advocacy and volunteerism in communities across the globe. In March of 2017, OneAmerica signed an agreement emphasizing the company’s values of improving the quality of life, focusing on overall impact through ongoing volunteerism and advocacy, in addition to dollars raised and invested. During the August 24, 2017 United Way Board Retreat, St. Vincent and Duke Energy signed strategic partnership agreements. “We’re pleased to take our partnership with Citizens Energy Group to the next level,” said Ann Murtlow, president and CEO of United Way of Central Indiana. “Together, we can truly help Central Indiana families thrive, particularly in our priority area of basic needs for residents who utilize winter assistance programs. We are grateful to have a partner like Citizens that provides critical services to our neighbors, fosters a spirit of philanthropy in the workplace and genuinely cares about our community.”
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About Citizens Energy Group: Citizens Energy Group provides safe and reliable utility services to about 800,000 people in the Indianapolis area. Citizens operates its utilities only for the benefit of customers and the community. Additional information is available online at www.CitizensEnergyGroup.com - Facebook - Twitter - YouTubeAbout United Way of Central Indiana: United Way of Central Indiana fights for the education, financial stability, health and basic needs of all people in central Indiana by creating, managing and investing resources in sustainable solutions to the most stubborn barriers to self-sufficiency. United Way invites all members of our community to LIVE UNITED by giving, advocating and volunteering to improve lives in Central Indiana. Visit www.uwci.org to learn more.