FirstEnergy Foundation Grant APPLICATION FirstEnergy Foundation

The FirstEnergy Foundation's contributions to local nonprofit organizations help strengthen the social and economic fabric of our communities. Funded solely by FirstEnergy, the Foundation believes the greater good is better business.

Backed by our vision to invest in transformative causes that enhance the vitality, sustainability and diversity of the communities we serve, we support nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations within the service areas ofFirstEnergy operating companies, including Edison, The Illuminating Company and Toledo Edison in Ohio; Met-Ed, Penelec, Penn Power and West Penn Power in ; Jersey Central Power & Light in ; Mon Power and Potomac Edison in West and ; and where we conduct business.

The FirstEnergy Foundation priorities: • Improving the quality of life in our communities and supporting key safety initiatives • Empowering our communities’ workforce development and educational initiatives • Promoting local and regional economic development • Supporting employee leadership and volunteer interests that align with our business interests

Limitations The FirstEnergy Foundation does not direct grants to individuals, or to political or legislative activities and generally does not consider funding for: • Organizations that receive sizable public tax funding • Government and public administration institutions • Fraternal, religious, labor, athletic or social organizations – unless the contribution is earmarked for an eligible program open to all beneficiaries, including those not affiliated with the host organization • International, foreign affairs and national security organizations • Research • Equipment or capital purchases • Loans or second-party giving, such as endowments, debt retirement or foundations • Public or private secondary schools (Pre-K - 12) • Organizations that are a public charity defined as a 509(a)(3) • Salaries, stipends or scholarships • Transportation costs • Animal protection, welfare, veterinary services • Correctional facilities, addictive disorder agencies

How to Apply The FirstEnergy Foundation does not accept unsolicited grant applications. Please reach out to our Community Involvement Team (email: [email protected] ) with your grant inquiries.

The FirstEnergy Foundation Grant Application can be downloaded and completed electronically. Once you have completed the application form, please include the following documentation: 1. Photocopy of IRS 501(c)(3) letter (including description of 509(a) status if applicable) 2. List of Board of Trustees 3. Itemized program budget for current year or proposed budget. Applications without this information will not be considered.

Submit the completed application and additional documentation via email to [email protected] OR print all documents and mail to: Lorna Wisham President, FirstEnergy Foundation 76 S. Main Street Akron, OH 44308-1890

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CONTACT INFORMATION

Legal Name of Organization:

Street Address and/or P.O. Box:

City: County: State: Zip Code:

Phone: Fax: Website:

Senior Administrator: Title:

Authorized Contact: Title:

Phone: Email:

Has your organization received funding from the FirstEnergy Foundation in the past? Yes No

If so, when, and for what purpose?

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION

IRS 501(c)(3) Employer Identification Number (EIN) (must accompany application):

Years of organization’s existence:

Do you receive funds from the United Way, or other federated campaigns? Yes No

Number of Volunteers: Number of Paid Staff:

Geographic Area Served (select all that apply):

MD NJ OH PA VA WV

Mission and Purpose of Organization (500 words maximum):

3 OVERVIEW

Please select the FirstEnergy Foundation priorities that apply to your request.

Improving the quality of life in our communities Promoting local and regional economic and supporting key safety initiatives development

Empowering our communities’ workforce Supporting employee leadership and volunteer development and educational initiatives interests that align with our business interests

Describe the project/program, its purpose & how it will be implemented:

Explain how your request aligns with one or more of FirstEnergy Foundation’s priority funding areas (500 words maximum):

4 OVERVIEW (continued)

The number of people this project/program will serve:

The municipalities your project/program serves:

FirstEnergy encourages collaboration between nonprofits and others in the community. Please list collaborations or partnerships with nonprofit organizations and others in your community as is it pertains to this request. (500 words maximum):

FUNDING INFORMATION

List project/program overall budget/goal: $

Amount requested from FirstEnergy Foundation: $

Explain how FirstEnergy Foundation funds will be used (250 words maximum):

Has the FirstEnergy Foundation funded this project/program in the past? Yes No

If so, please describe:

5 FUNDING INFORMATION (continued)

List committed funders and dollar amounts for this project/program: $ $ $

List potential funders and dollar amounts for this project/program: $ $ $

Explain how funders will be recognized (250 words maximum):

List of FirstEnergy employees involved with your organization:

Additional Documentation Required Please provide the following information along with this application: 1. Photocopy of IRS 501(c)(3) letter (including description of 509(a) status if applicable) 2. List of Board of Trustees 3. Itemized program budget for current year or proposed budget Applications without this information will not be considered.

SUBMISSION of application and additional documentation: Email to: OR Mail to: [email protected] Lorna Wisham President, FirstEnergy Foundation 76 S. Main Street Akron, OH 44308-1890

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