National Grid Foundation 20th Anniversary Annual Report

Celebrating YEARS

Focusing on the Future by Making A Difference

Mission Statement

WE BELIEVE ... That addressing global issues begins at the local level. We support and engage non profit organizations who take ownership for implementing educational and environmental programs and solutions. These partnerships help build stronger communities – the important first step in transforming individuals, neighborhoods, cities and, ultimately, our planet.

Photo: The Campaign Against Hunger

KeySpan established KeySpan Foundation on December 11, 1998 to establish a lasting legacy built around its belief in and commitment to the communities it serves. The company provided a $20 million endowment as an outgrowth of that passion. In September 2000, KeySpan enhanced its commitment with an additional gift of $10 million.

In 2007 National Grid acquired KeySpan, and the Foundation became known as National Grid Foundation. National Grid provided the Foundation with a $5 million gift. Since its inception, the Foundation has provided more than $23 million in grants to nearly 1,000 non-profit organizations across its grant-making territory.

National Grid Foundation is more than a funding source. Through our partnerships, we are afforded the opportunity to work with a host of diverse nonprofit organizations. Our experience has shown that by working together we can bring about change that inspires people and transforms communities.

The Campaign Against Hunger’s Healing Garden Network provides healthy alternatives for the community by growing over 100 different varieties of fruits and vegetables.

Melanie W. Littlejohn Board Member

Hon. Louis Elisa, II Board Member

George Mayhew Board Member

Lorraine Lynch Board Member

Don Lowery Board Member

Angel Taveras Board Member

Carmen Fields Board Member

Albert C. Wiltshire Chairman

Eileen R. Cohen Vice - Chairman

Dr. Gary V. Simpson Vice - Chairman

Michael J. Taunton Treasurer

Board of Directors

Albert C. Wiltshire ..................................................................... Chairman

Eileen R. Cohen ............................................................... Vice - Chairman

Dr. Gary V. Simpson ........................................................ Vice - Chairman

Michael J. Taunton..................................................................... Treasurer

Carmen Fields ................................................................... Board Member

George Mayhew ............................................................... Board Member

Melanie W. Littlejohn ........................................................ Board Member

Hon. Louis Elisa, II ............................................................ Board Member

Lorraine Lynch .................................................................. Board Member

Don Lowery ....................................................................... Board Member

Angel Taveras ................................................................... Board Member

Stephen W. McCaffrey .... .................................................... Chief Counsel

National Grid Foundation Team

Edward H. White, Jr. ................................................... Executive Director

Christine A. Berardi ................................................ Communication Lead

Pamela F. Focá ............................................................. Creative Advisor

Children learn to protect the environment through the National Grid Foundation sponsored “Welcome Schools Scholarship Program” at the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery and Aquarium.

Photo: Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery and Aquarium.

Chairman’s Message

Building Stronger Communities

National Grid Foundation celebrates its 20th anniversary in December 2018. By awarding grants to non-profit organizations within National Grid’s service territory, the Foundation helps to better the lives of those in the communities where we live and work. The Foundation has evolved but its purpose has never wavered.

We honor the Foundation’s history and look to the future. What is most important is that the Foundation continues lending a hand lifting up people and transforming lives for a more rewarding future for all.

The Foundation’s partnership with community organizations inspires others to invest in our neighbors especially those in need. Making a difference and shaping the future all starts with just one action. Like a ripple effect across open water one good action leads to another.

While I reflect at my time at the Foundation, there have been many successes throughout the years. Two examples are the Heating Assistance Fund programs and National Grid Foundation’s Hoop for the Stars program.

Administered by the United Way and in some regions Catholic Charities from National Grid Foundation support, thousands of residents each year who are struggling to pay their heating bill have the comfort of a warm home during the winter because of this program.

The Hoops for the Stars program encourages students who with this amazing incentive have demonstrated improved performance in school and in the community. Students are recognized for their achievements at a local college basketball game which for some is a chance of a lifetime.

Throughout the 20 years, there have been mostly blue skies along with a few moments that changed us and our communities forever. Like all Americans our hearts broke on September 11, 2001. The pain of that day’s events hurt us all to the core but our spirit was not broken. The Foundation donated $110,000 to the American Red Cross during the time of need.

The stock market crash and recession of the mid-2000s shook everyone financially including the Foundation which had to curb some of its grant efforts. Mother Nature threw a big curve ball when Hurricane Sandy hit October 29, 2012 and destroyed nearly everything in its path. The Foundation went to work and contributed $500,000 to the United Way to assist with recovery programs.

The Foundation wouldn’t be what it is today without the love and support of its past leaders who were at the forefront of our philanthropic endeavors. The legacy began in December 1998 when Bob Catell, Chairman and CEO, KeySpan, founded KeySpan Foundation. He had a vision of creating a corporate foundation to supplement the company’s community giving. Now known as the National Grid Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) organization, it was established and financed by shareholder funds and not customer money.

During its history, Maurice (Mo) Shaw, Vicki Fuller, Donald Elliott and Basil Paterson chaired the board of directors guided the Foundation with the same goal – to strengthen and improve the lives of others. I am proud to have been in their company as chairman. The Foundation’s strength is highlighted by its diverse board of directors who are respected business and community leaders and a dedicated staff that is committed to the mission.

I’m honored to have been associated with the Foundation as a board member and chairman; and it’s time for others to take the lead. My proudest moments at National Grid Foundation are seeing our grant recipients’ accomplishments first hand. It’s amazing to witness the Foundation’s reach.

Twenty years ago a vision became a reality. Today, we look to the future and for many more years of building strong communities and a better world.

Al Wiltshire

Photo: Kris Qua

Executive Director’s Perspective

Living the Dream

Twenty years ago, a dream became reality when KeySpan Energy formed KeySpan Foundation in December 1998. Now named National Grid Foundation, the organization has seen tremendous growth while continuing its mission of creating opportunities for solutions to today’s educational and environmental challenges.

Thanks to National Grid Foundation’s support, these non-profits operating in our grantmaking territory are living their dream and making dreams for others come true. In addition to the educational and environmental groups, the Foundation provides financial aid to four major heating-fund programs administered through United Way and Catholic Charities. These organizations deliver micro-grants and offer a warm lifeline to those in need during the coldest months.

What excites me most is that National Grid Foundation has a long-standing and strong track record of philanthropic contributions that help the communities we serve. I’m impressed with how a corporation acted on an idea and created the Foundation. The mission always has been clear – to fuel the organizations that are the fabric of our community.

It’s an amazing accomplishment that the Foundation is still helping our neighbors lead more productive lives 20 years later. I want to honor our history while exploring new ways to lend a helping hand to grant recipients.

National Grid Foundation’s grant-making territory mirrors National Grid’s service area. As the company expanded into new regions over the years, the Foundation grew as well. The enlarged footprint energized the philanthropic efforts and diversified the geographic area which the Foundation delivers support. Growing the Foundation has enhanced the impact in the communities we serve.

While 20 years is an amazing milestone for any business or organization including the Foundation, I believe it is our responsibility to look forward and to take a refreshed approach to what we do. National Grid Foundation is building a legacy supporting familiar organizations which are the cornerstone of our communities; it is also offering a hand up to new organizations which can touch more lives. National Grid Foundation’s support to all its grant recipients means more of our neighbors especially the children will have more opportunities to create a better world for all of us.

The impact that National Grid Foundation makes is tremendous and long lasting. It is another facet of why we do what we do so important. With a lot of hard work, dedication and care, the Foundation has expanded its reach with more than $23 million in grants helping more than 1,200 organizations and tens of thousands of people during its first 20 years ...

As executive director, I am deeply honored and proud to work with the staff at the Foundation and with the many deserving grant recipients. I have such great respect for how this organization began and how it continues to develop and provide the needed support to non-profit organizations. We will continue our mission shaping the future of National Grid Foundation and the organizations we serve allowing them to live the dream.

Ed White

RPI and National Grid Foundation partnered to create the “Shoot for the Stars” program. Students enjoyed the spotlight as they participated in a pre-game on-ice ceremonial puck-drop presentation.

National Grid Foundation History

Focusing on the Future by Making A Difference

National Grid Foundation’s long history of philanthropic endeavors has made a difference and strengthened the communities in which we live and work.

Brief History

n Originally named KeySpan Foundation and established December 11, 1998

n Created by former KeySpan CEO Bob Catell to support communities the company served; Catell wanted to supplement the company’s community giving programs.

n Now known as National Grid Foundation, it is a 501(c)(3) organization and financed by shareholder funds, not customer money

n Maurice (Mo) Shaw, former KeySpan executive, was the first Foundation chairman from 1998 – 2001

n Vicki Fuller was the first female chairperson. She was chairwoman for one year before needing to step down due to a conflict of interest when she was hired by a new employer.

n Basil Paterson followed as chairman serving from 2003 until his death in 2014. He was a civil rights champion, prominent labor lawyer and politician and the father of former NYS Governor David Paterson. Our current chairman is Al Wiltshire.

n KeySpan Foundation personnel: Brian McCaffrey, former KeySpan executive, served as the first President succeeded by David Okorn as executive director. For more than 15 years, Bob Keller worked at the Foundation as President. Our current executive director is Ed White.

KeySpan Foundation’s first annual report highlighted its commitment to the community within KeySpan’s service territories.

KeySpan Foundation supported Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Audubon Center and its Raptor Van. Bob Catell and former Representative Carolyn McCarthy joined staff and children to view the majestic raptors.

NY Hall of Science brings science up close and personal to elementary students with a mobile classroom. Foundation board members Bob Catell and Al Wiltshire join the group.

Dedication of Funding Our Programs ...

Education and the environment are major areas of concern for today and the future. National Grid Foundation supports these important issues wholeheartedly.

We continue to strive to improve the quality of life within our grant-making area by supporting educational opportunities that assist people of all ages and give them opportunities for self-sufficiency.

When the Foundation began, it awarded a number of single and multi-year grants in six main categories:

Health

Heating

Some of the first grant recipients in 1999 included:

n Brooklyn Children’s Museum

n Jackie Robinson Foundation

n Junior Achievement of NY

n Montauk Historical Society

n St. Joseph’s College

n Staten Island YMCA

n United Way of Long Island

n United Way of New York City

n The Nature Conservancy on Long Island

Streamlining its focus throughout the years, National Grid Foundation now provides single year grants in three general categories:

Our educational priorities include:

n Classroom-based education for K-12 students

n Innovative scholarship and university partnerships that support and advance underserved members of our community

n Skills training for people of all ages to lead more productive lives

n The National Grid Foundation also is committed to the environment. We provide grants to organizations that share our passion for environmental stewardship.

Our environmental priorities include:

n Projects that support the sustainability of our natural resources

n Programs and projects that inspire and educate young people about their connection to and responsibility for the preservation of the environment

n Projects that seek to preserve open spaces for future generations.

Some of our partner organizations reflective of our focus on Education, Environmental and Heating Assistance Funds.

n Baruch College

n Boston Latin School

n Brooklyn Bar Association

n Brooklyn Public Library

n Citizens Committee for New York City

n Coro Leadership Center of New York

n Cristo Rey Brooklyn High School

n Mercy Works

n Molloy College

n Providence College

n Read to Succeed

n Siena College

n Syracuse University

n The Concord Baptist Church of Christ

n The Hope Program

n Zephyr Education Foundation

n American Littoral Society

n Pine Barrens Society

n Rhode Island College

n Save the Harbor/Save the Bay

n Society for the Preservation of Weeksville and Bedford Stuyvesant

n Catholic Charities of Diocese of Albany

n United Way of Long Island

n United Way of Massachusetts Bay

n United Way of New York City

From Vision to Reality – National Grid Foundation

Bob Catell Retires from National Grid Foundation Board of Directors

By Christine Berardi

From vision to reality to retirement, Bob Catell has seen the growth of National Grid Foundation from its beginning. After serving on the Board of Directors for the past nine years, he says it’s time to retire.

The December 2017 National Grid Foundation Board of Directors Meeting is Bob’s last meeting as a board member.

“It’s time,” he said referring to his retirement which took his fellow board members and Foundation staff by surprise. “New and different ideas are always needed to continue the Foundation’s mission.”

History

In December 1998, his vision of a creating a corporate foundation became a reality. Bob, ever the community-minded man, said, “We had this idea for a number of years,” Bob said. “Through Brooklyn Union and KeySpan’s Community Affairs Area, the company supported the communities we served with small grants to non-profit organizations. We wanted to do more; we just didn’t have a lot of funds.”

Originally named the KeySpan Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) organization, was created and financed by shareholder funds, not customer money, according to Bob. KeySpan Corporation provided a $20 million endowment to establish the Foundation which is a separate entity. In September 2000, the Company enhanced its commitment with an additional $10 million gift. Ten years ago, National Grid provided a $5 million gift to the Foundation.

With the organization, staff and a board of directors in place, good community stewardship could begin with “the proper funding and good branding,” Bob

said. “In addition to providing the needed support, this was another way to get our name out there in a positive way” National Grid reaffirmed its dedication to its communities with the National Grid Foundation’s grant-making area has grown as the company has grew – from KeySpan Corporation serving Long Island, Brooklyn, Staten Island and parts of Queens, NY to National Grid to covering additional parts of upstate New York and parts of Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Nearly 20 Years later and over $23 Million!

The numbers speak for themselves. As we enter our 20th year, the Foundation has provided grants to more than 1,000 community organizations totaling a generous $23 million. Approximately $10 million has been distributed in the nine years that Bob served on the Board of Directors. The Foundation also has contributed to disaster relief efforts for Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Sandy through American Red Cross and the United Way organizations.

Bob Catell, Vice Chairman of the National Grid Foundation was interviewed by Connoisseur Media’s Donna Vaughan regarding Project Warmth. He was Joined by Theresa Regnante, President and CEO of United Way of Long Island, as well as Project Warmth recipient Richelle Nelson and her two daughters.

In 2005, the Foundation joined the company with donations to the Hurricane Katrina Relief Fund as a prime presenter of “From the Big Apple to the Big Easy” NYC’s Concerts for the Gulf Coast at Madison Square Garden. Seven years later, National Grid Foundation lent a big helping hand to the United Way after Hurricane Sandy destroyed so much in the Foundation’s territory. United Way of Long Island and United Way of New York City each received a one-time $250,000 Foundation grant to assist their agencies with essential programs to help residents recover from the devastation.

Areas of Focus

While there are many worthy issues, the organization focuses its work in education and environment. Emergency heating assistance programs are included as National Grid Foundation provides grants to major charities which can direct the funds to local agencies.

“I’m a big advocate of supporting educational organizations that give people the encouragement to become the best they can along with groups that work to protect and improve environment,” he said. “We also provide grants to

Bob with a graduating class at Cristo Rey Brooklyn High School Summer Training Institute.

specialized energy programs, namely the heating funds which provide grants to those who are having difficulty paying their heating bills.” Cristo Rey Brooklyn High School, Brooklyn Botanic Gardens and Prospect Park Alliance are some of the organizations that are near and dear to Bob.

National Grid Foundation Chairman Al Wiltshire said, “Almost 20 years ago, Bob had a vision of creating opportunities to assist non-profit educational and environmental organizations within the company’s service territory creating the KeySpan Foundation now known as National Grid Foundation. He is an outstanding man who is loyal, committed to the community and a good friend. His leadership, dedication, enthusiasm and many years of service to the board of directors are much appreciated.”

Board Member Carmen Fields said, “His leadership and wisdom will be sorely missed. I join fellow members in saluting Bob and thanking him for his service.”

George Mayhew, who is the Corporate Affairs Director and works in National Grid’s headquarters in the UK said, “It’s the end of an era. If Bob were British, he would be Lord Catell of Brooklyn.”

The outgoing board member said, “Thank you to all the board members for your kind words. I will miss the people who I worked with on the board and will miss seeing the results of the grants that National Grid Foundation provided to so many organizations. I’m flattered and humbled by the kind words from my fellow board members.

Bob may be retiring from National Grid Foundation’s Board of Directors, but still will continue working. He serves as Chairman of the Board of the Advanced Energy Research and Technology Center (AERTC) at SUNY Stony Brook and Chairman, New York State Smart Grid Consortium. He also is on the Board of many governmental, not for profit and business organizations.

“I hope National Grid Foundation continues to be true to its mission and continues to grow,” said Bob.

Bob Catell promotes National Grid Foundation’s support of United Way of Long Island’s Project Warmth which is a fuel-neutral emergency heating fund. The interview conducted by Frank Brinka for the Island Outlook program was broadcast on a number of radio stations across Long Island.

Echoing Carmen’s sentiment Board Member

Praise for Bob

Basil Paterson Served National Grid Foundation

By Christine Berardi

For 16 years, Basil Paterson witnessed the creation, evolution and growth of KeySpan Foundation, now National Grid Foundation. He served as a board director for five years and then was elected chairman in 2003.

From his first days at the Foundation until he passed away in April 2014, Basil was an integral part of the Foundation and its support of many non-profit organizations. He believed wholeheartedly in the Foundation’s mission and that the number of lives touched and changed was far more important than the amount of grant dollars. He was proud of the Foundation’s achievements and legacy while wanting to improve how we served and partnered with community organizations.

Basil was a lawyer, former politician and civil rights activist who wanted to see our neighbors flourish in all aspects of life. He was a member of the law firm Meyer, Suozzi, English & Klein, P.C. and co-chair of the firm’s Labor practice. He served as New York’s Secretary of State and as New York City Deputy Mayor for Labor

Relations and Personnel, a New York State Senator, Vice Chairperson of the Democratic National Committee and as a Commissioner of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.

Throughout the years, Basil received numerous awards for his outstanding work. Among those honors include The Long Island Business News’ Leadership in Law Lifetime Achievement Award in 2012 and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Peggy Browning Fund for Supporting the Labor Movement and Improving the Lives of Working People in 2010.

To honor his memory, National Grid Foundation awarded a $100,000 scholarship to St. John’s University, his alma mater. The Basil A. Paterson Memorial Scholarship affords partial scholarships to law students who are interested in labor and employment law.

“We rise by lifting others.”

— Robert Ingersoll

GETTING THE WORD OUT…

Using social media and web content to amplify National Grid Foundation messages

In 1973, the first personal computer was invented. In 1991, the first website (ever) went live, In 2007, the first iPhone was created. While the world has exploded with information sources and creative ways to communicate, so too has the National Grid Foundation grown in developing ways to tell its story and get the word out about the work it does to support and engage non-profit organizations that take ownership for implementing educational and environmental programs and solutions, thereby transforming individuals, neighborhoods, cities and, ultimately, our planet.

Refreshed Website

While content and information about the Foundation always was accessible, in July of 2017 it was reinvented with a new look, revised information, profiles of the Board and, importantly, the launch of “Destiny”, the newly created newsletter. Destiny, with five issues published since its launch, illustrates the true work of the National Grid Foundation; it showcases many of the organizations in need and how the Foundation helps. Since its refresh, the website and newsletters have been enthusiastically received by its visitors.

Using Social Media

Informing our external audiences – organizations, community leaders, media and many more – about the impact the National Grid Foundation is making on the underserved communities it supports, is a key objective that will help the Foundation thrive and enhance its reputation. Social media, Twitter specifically, is a perfect platform to show, sometimes in real-time, who, what, when, how and where the Foundation is lending support. Through the use of video, pictures, and specially developed hashtags, the National Grid Foundation last year began using this media channel to show what’s happening at a special event, a site visit or in the media to promote education for communities in need. The organizations receiving Foundation support also uses it to promote, recognize and show appreciation for the Foundation’s gifts. The Twitter trend shows it as an effective communications tool.

National Grid Foundation website and media stats

n Most visitors to our website do so on desktops

n Many find the Foundation through Google; others come to our site directly

n Most visitors come to the site to apply for a grant; others read the “make a difference” section, followed by visits to the Board of Directors page

Total visits since National Grid Foundation launch (17 months) =

July 18 to December 2017 Website Satistics

104,459

January to October 2018 Website Satistics

56,266 Visits for 2017

48,193 Visits for 2018

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QR Code for quick access to our website

The Foundation’s QR code makes getting to our website very easy for people on the go, who use their smartphones with a QR reader APP.

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Educational Programs

Hoops for the Stars

Created in 2006 with the simple premise that rewarding student performance would result in better outcomes in the classroom, National Grid Foundation forged a partnership with St. John’s University. Dubbed the Hoops for the Stars (HFTS) program.

The Goal: Increase school attendance; increase test scores and academic achievement; encourage community engagement

Today, National Grid Foundation teams up with the athletic departments at Providence College, Syracuse University, the University of Rhode Island, the University at Buffalo, and Siena College to help underserved and at-risk youth in these communities.

For more than 10 years, over $1.3 million has been gifted to colleges and universities under HFTS in support of academic achievement and community service throughout Rhode Island and upstate New York.

National Grid Foundation supports a blend of athletics and academics to recognize the most exceptional students from kindergarten through 8th grade to stimulate positive classroom behavior and performance

National Grid Foundation “Hoops for the Stars” program enjoyed by students at Syracuse University. (above)

Students receive recognition during Providence College “Hoops for the Stars” program on-court presentation. (right)

IT’S A SLAM-DUNK

For The National Grid Foundation’s Hoops For The Stars Program

More Than $1.3 Million Gifted to Five Colleges in Support of Academic Achievement and Community Service

By Deborah Drew

The National Grid Foundation has scored the ultimate triple double again this year as it teamed up with the Athletic Departments at Providence College, Syracuse University, the University of Rhode Island, the University of Buffalo, and Siena College to help underserved and at-risk youth in elementary and middle schools throughout Rhode Island and upstate New York.

The play?

Increase school attendance; increase test scores and academic achievement; and encourage community engagement.

Stepping up as Center, Ed White, executive director for the Foundation said, “The National Grid Foundation is thrilled to support this blend of athletics and academics. For over 10 years, Hoops for the Stars continues to recognize the most exceptional students from kindergarten through 8th grade to stimulate great classroom behavior and performance.”

KEEPING SCORE 2017-18**

67 Elementary and middle schools participating in Hoops for the Stars

4,300 Co-branded tee-shirts provided

22,700 College game tickets provided at-risk students

465 Rising Star trophies presented to achieving students

525,365 College basketball fans acknowledging academic/community performance

estimates

The Full Court Press to Success

As part of the Hoops for the Stars program, the athletic departments from the five colleges and universities partner with local elementary and middle schools. These schools, in turn, select student achievers to honor. The colleges and universities – with funding from the Foundation – provide the top-performing students and their parents tickets to men’s and women’s college basketball games, t-shirts, and in special “Rising Star” on-court recognitions, the young students receive trophies. All Hoops for the Stars students are acknowledged by audiences and players alike at games. Many of the colleges and universities also arrange for field trips in which players and youngsters can interact at practices and off-court engagements where role-model and mentoring relationships develop. Some players, head coaches and athletic directors also visit participating schools to motivate students to work hard both in the community and the classroom.

Ally Oop

Ten years ago, Providence College was one of the first schools the Foundation teamed up with to make the Hoops for the Stars program a reality. At that time, nearly 3,000 tickets were given to children to attend games. This year, “PC” supported the program with more than 5,500 tickets and 250 students were recognized as Rising Stars. It also hosts a Hoops for the Stars essay contest in which students are invited to write about incorporating hard work and academics to fulfill their dreams. The student with the winning essay receives a surprise classroom visit from members of the men’s and women’s basketball. According to Providence College Athletic Director, Bob Driscoll, “This partnership allows these special students the opportunity to see the

“The ability to have the kids go to a game and experience something they might not be able to do on a regular basis really helps the kids to come to school and do their best. It puts a smile on a child’s face.”

positive outcomes of hard work and dedication in the classroom when they see our student-athletes competing at the highest level.”

“The ability to have the kids go to a game and experience something they might not be able to do on a regular basis really helps the kids to come to school and do their best. It puts a smile on a child’s face,” said Kimberly Luca, principal, Nathan Bishop Middle School, Providence, RI.

Over the years, other colleges and universities joined the fun on the court. Syracuse University also was part of the team as the program ramped up; it has been an integral part of Hoops for the Stars for over nine years. Since that time, Syracuse University has supported 20,000 students at more than 100 games and has presented 100 children as Rising Stars.

“We are thrilled to be able to partner with the National Grid Foundation in support of the Syracuse City School District.”

— John Wildhack, Syracuse University director of athletics

“We are thrilled to be able to partner with the National Grid Foundation in support of the Syracuse City School District,” said John Wildhack, Syracuse University director of athletics. “This program gives us the opportunity to help encourage and reward area students.” Siena College, Albany, NY, also has supported

“WSA @ Blodgett: “My experience was cool. I got to be on TV. It was good to know that I was doing good.”

— Terri Kerce (8th grade student)

Hoops for the Stars for seven years. And the University of Rhode Island has been on board for four years. “The Siena College/National Grid

— Kimberly Luca, principal, Nathan Bishop Middle School, Providence, RI.

“The National Grid Foundation Hoops for the Stars program has become an integral program for URI’s basketball programs and our local community.”

— Thorr Bjorn, URI Director of Athletics

Hoops for the Stars Program partnership has been a great support in recognizing the great accomplishments of students in the Troy (NY) City School District. Students selected for participation in the program have demonstrated high academic achievement, great citizenship, great attendance, and noted contributions to their school communities. Their participation has afforded us another opportunity to acknowledge their efforts and accomplishments and it has also supported building student ownership in the recognized areas,” Tracy Ford, principal, School 16, Troy, NY.

Growing the bench, and new to the program, is the University at Buffalo.

Kathy Twist, interim director of athletics for the University at Buffalo Division of Athletics said, “The University at Buffalo Athletics Department is honored to have been selected by the National Grid Foundation to be a participant in its Hoops for the Stars initiative benefiting the Buffalo Public Schools. Our men’s and women’s basketball student-athletes, while promoting education and wellness, have been enriched through their interactions with our inner city youth. It has been rewarding for UB Athletics to assist our Buffalo City school educators with ticket and experiential incentives for students to positively impact behaviors that include attendance, performance and being a great classmate.” Robert “Bo” Izydorczak, physical education/health

“The National Grid Foundation Hoops for the Stars program has become an integral program for URI’s basketball programs and our local community,” URI Director of Athletics Thorr Bjorn said. “It makes me proud to see our student-athletes mentoring these young, impressionable students and instilling the importance of academics. It creates a win-win situation for all involved when you can teach the value of service while providing an example of how hard work and dedication can help you achieve your dreams.”

J.T. Roberts School would like to thank the Hoops for the Stars program and the National Grid Foundation for hosting us at this year’s SU basketball game. All of our students, families and staff that were able to attend had an incredible time!

— John Devendorf, Principal

education teacher, Buffalo School #32 Bennett Park Montessori added, “The Hoops for the Stars program was an amazing opportunity for the students at Buffalo School #32 Bennett Park Montessori. Over the duration of the program, student interest consistently grew and a change in behavior among a collection of our students was noticeable. Having the Women’s Basketball Team come and visit was a fun day that our students will never forget. The intrigue of being able to attend collegiate basketball games was a great incentive for our students. I am happy that we were able to partake in the program, and look forward to future opportunities!”

Hurricane Sandy’s devastation touched innumerable lives.

8.5 million people affected; 650,000 homes destroyed

TRIUMPH Human Spirit

of the

From National Grid Foundation’s Archive: National Grid Foundation’s support uplifted many throughout the years. Help was never more important than when Hurricane Sandy destroyed lives and property in October 2012. The Foundation made an extraordinary gift to the United Way to help ease the healing. Months after the storm, Board Member Eileen Cohen told her story of living through and recovering from the storm.

United Way of New York City and United Way of Long Island Hurricane Sandy Relief

On October 29, 2012, Hurricane Sandy carved a path of destruction that’s changed the lives of millions across the Northeast. Although the winds and flood waters brought by Superstorm Sandy have long since vanished, Sandy’s victims continue to suffer, left with daily reminders of the physical and mental scars caused by this unprecedented catastrophe.

While government assistance and private insurance have been brought to bear through many channels, a staggering shortfall remains for members of our community struggling before the storm. In many cases, community members were without insurance and, as a result, have become truly devastated by Sandy’s enduring aftermath.

As grantmakers, we felt the collective pain of our friends and neighbors, and have responded with unprecedented commitment. With Board Members who’ve demonstrated tremendous personal sacrifices to help in the wake of the storm, we felt a collective need to match their commitment.

The Board made a unanimous decision to approve a $500,000 gift to United Way agencies in New York City and on Long Island. Befitting the enormity of this tragedy, this gift represents the largest grant in the history of the National Grid Foundation.

With the winter season approaching, and the initial response from the philanthropic community beginning to wane, we decided to focus our support on both winter-related heating and the basic needs of our most vulnerable neighbors in communities from Red Hook, Brooklyn to Long Island’s South Shore. Through our gift of time and resources, we hope we’ve helped ease the pain and suffering of our friends and neighbors as they work to rebuild their lives and homes.

Rebuilding after Sandy …

Perhaps Nietzsche was right, that which doesn’t kill us makes us stronger. While I have said this many times during periods of stress, I never really believed it until I lost my home to the waters of Superstorm Sandy. These words have become a mantra for my friends, neighbors and community who are working hard to rebuild the homes and storefronts they have lost.

I remember watching the pictures of Katrina and saying to myself, “those poor people … how can they get through this” and then I hugged my son and told him that this is our Katrina. We are the people in the news now. It is difficult to get through a disaster alone. Family, friends and community become critical allies in warding off the inevitable feelings of despair and bereavement.

“We are certainly stronger than when we started ... thanks to the help of many who care.”

Eileen R. Cohen National Grid Foundation Treasurer Managing Director, J.P. Morgan Asset Management

TRIUMPH of the Human Spirit

I suffered the loss of possessions but I was able to save all my photos and heirlooms. My house is unlivable and will take months to rebuild. And yet, I am very fortunate that I had insurance and neighbors and friends who came to my aid and counsel, helping to jump-start the process of rebuilding.

However, so many people did not have insurance or resources to rely upon. Through my employer, I found a volunteer organization that was assisting homeowners who needed help demolishing mold infested walls and floors. I volunteered with this group and, with 15 of my colleagues, we met with an organization that had set up camp in my neighborhood. Our leader was a professional rescuer. In fact, when I asked him where he lived, he pointed to a trailer and explained that he travels the world helping people get through disasters – Katrina, Japan, Haiti, and now Long Beach.

After sign in, we went to a woman’s home that was still standing but needed a complete trashing of the first floor. She was in her sixties and it was obvious that she grew up in this house. At first, she was resistant, defensive, scared ... we came with a big truck carrying hammers, trash bags, gloves and masks. We started to organize and give her directions to help us get started. She began to relax and, by the end of the day, she was clearly no longer hesitating about throwing out items that were beyond salvaging. She

understood and accepted the need to move on; although I am not sure she could have made that leap without the help of the volunteers.

It is four months after the storm and yet the need for assistance remains great. I signed up for another volunteer stint with an organization that trains us on how to provide assistance on insurance claims, housing needs, disaster mitigation, FEMA and anything else that may arise. We are each assigned a case and work with that person until they have enough information to make decisions. The assistance is all by phone and many of the 600 volunteers from my company who signed on are from all over the country. I am troubled by the fact that after so much time, people remain in such dire conditions and still need so much help. At the same time, I am encouraged to know that many organizations continue to keep our community front and center.

I am heartened by the continuing support of so many volunteers who were not impacted by this storm and find the time to dedicate to helping others who are still without homes. I am particularly impressed with the sense of community and neighborliness as folks look after each other and offer what little they have to help. We are certainly stronger than when we started … thanks to the help of many who care.

Emergency Fuel Funds through out the years

While Hurricane Sandy ravaged parts of New York City and its boroughs and Long Island, the New England area didn’t see nearly as much devastation from the catastrophe. With winter just around the corner following Sandy, many individuals and families were looking at major health and welfare threats, some of which were among the most vulnerable. For some, it doesn’t take a major storm with major damage to be in need.

A warm and helping hand during the coldest months of the year

Bitter cold, wind, rain, snow, and ice don’t discriminate. Injuries, unemployment, unexpected household emergencies don’t either. Neither do the United Way of Long Island, the United Way of Mass. Bay/Merrimack Valley, Catholic Charities of the Dioceses of Albany and the Catholic Community Services / Dioceses of Providence.

Thanks to the assistance of these organizations, tens of thousands of people have had a warm home during winter. Through emergency heating funds, supported by the National Grid Foundation, many people are able to heat their homes under the most dire of circumstances.

Each organization has established an emergency heating assistance fund which is available to residents struggling to pay their heating bills. With this help, families don’t have to worry about heat being turned off or choosing between heat, groceries, medication and other critical household needs.

The National Grid Foundation awards grants to the four organizations which then, in turn, distribute smaller, local grants to those in need.

Charity Sees the Need, Not the Cause – German Proverb

By The Numbers

The National Grid Foundation supports assistance for those in need during the coldest months of the year under several emergency heating funds, helping thousands of individuals and families every winter season

n United Way LI -- $1.6 million over 19 years

n United Way MA Bay/Merrimack Valley -- $1.5 million over 12 years

n Catholic Charities of Albany – appx $1.2 million over 10 years

n Catholic Community Services of Providence – appx $500,000 over 5 years

Hot (Reading) Fun in the Summertime at Brooklyn Public Library

By Christine Berardi

The Brooklyn Public Library has provided cultural and educational programs that help people of all ages improve their lives for more than 200 years. The Library promotes one of the most effective weapons against poverty – literacy! National Grid Foundation is a long-time supporter of the Library and its Summer Reading Program. Students participate in interactive reading programs throughout the summer which helps bridge a vital educational gap. Eighty five percent of Brooklyn Public Library’s Summer Reading students improve their reading skills and better prepared for the next school session.

Photo: Gregg Richards

“We are proud to help Brooklyn Public Library ensure that summer break does not become a vacation from reading for the borough’s students, ...

Each year, hundreds of children along with their families enjoy a fun and educational day as the Brooklyn Public Library kicks off its annual Summer Reading Program in front of the Central Library. The goal of Summer Reading is to prevent the “summer slide” and encourage young people of all ages to continue reading and visit the library during the summer months. Students who take a vacation from reading in the summer may lose up to one month of instruction per year.

“Only by reading over the summer can students preserve and build upon the gains in literacy and comprehension they made during the previous school year,” said Brooklyn Public Library President and CEO Linda Johnson.

“We are proud to help Brooklyn Public Library ensure that summer break does not become a vacation from reading for the borough’s students,” said National Grid Foundation Board Member Reverend Gary V. Simpson. “Summer Reading is an effective solution to a very real threat to young people’s success in and out of the classroom.” National Grid Foundation is the leading supporter of Brooklyn Public Library’s Summer Reading Program.

– Reverend Gary V. Simpson, National Grid Foundation Board Member

Photo: Gregg Richards

With National Grid Foundation Support:

n In 2016, Summer Reading had an all-time record of 143,400 Brooklyn residents registered for, including 126,065 children and teens. Given the increase in the number of librarians on staff, the total number of Summer Reading programs offered increased by 44% to 12, 756 that year. In 2017, a total of 142,119 Brooklyn residents including 124,922 children and teens participated in the program.

n Librarians presented at 813 outreach events with a 20% increase over the prior year, including visits to 312 unique schools, cultural events, block parties, childcare center, community centers, hospitals and homeless centers.

n Summer Reading registration in high-needs areas of the borough enjoyed substantial increases in the previous year, and 2017 continued to build on that growth. Brownsville Library registration increased by 46%, East Flatbush Library by 33%, Arlington Library by 16%, Bedford-Stuyvesant Library by 25%, and Brower Park Library by an astonishing 262%.

n BPL’s four bookmobiles co-branded with National Grid Foundation made a total 134 trips during the summer months, serving nearly 7,000 patrons at parks, schools, street fairs, shelters and community centers as well as serving neighborhoods whose libraries are currently under renovation.

n The 2017 Summer Reading theme “Build a Better World” highlighted STEM programs focused on architecture, design and urban planning for all ages. In 2017, BPL’s school-based outreach drives.

n The 2017 Summer Reading program engaged nearly 300,000 Brooklyn residents (including 232,000 through programing and 65,000 through outreach) introducing them to new books These successes were the direct result of BPL’s highly effective outreach materials, a successful outdoor advertising campaign, and more branch programs than ever before. Brooklyn Public Library was able to promote reading and lifelong learning at neighborhood libraries and community locations throughout our borough and to reach Brooklynites of all ages.

Photo: Gregg Richards

PROJECT ACCESS Program at St. Francis College

The goal of Project Access is to provide greater outreach and support for students who have a history of underperforming in academic situations. The program includes extra help in reading, writing, and critical thinking as well as close monitoring by advisors to make sure students have the resources they need to be successful.

“We’re very thankful for National Grid Foundation for helping us support our student goals, We’re thankful to be in this space celebrating accomplishments and thinking about what we want to do to grow and develop and challenge ourselves in the next step.”

– Monica Michalski, 2001, Director of Student Success

For almost 15 years, Project Access has proven successful in helping more than 1,000 St. Francis College students; providing them with the skills and support to:

n Achieve and maintain strong GPAs

n Choose and declare majors

n Succeed and graduate from SFC

n Create solid career plans following graduation

Project Access students with Monica Michalski, Associate Dean for Student Success; Thomas Flood, Vice President of Development; Justin Butler, Director of Academic Enhancement; Edward White, Executive Director, National Grid Foundation; and Dr. Miguel MartinezSaenz, President of St. Francis College, celebrate end of a stellar semester.

CORO

Since its inception in 1982, the Coro Leadership Center has helped prepare the next generation of leaders in New York City government by sparking the interest of underserved youth throughout the city. The success of Coro can be gauged several ways. From the 90 percent of its students who go on to college to the legions of professionals who’ve dedicated their lives to government service—marked by the nearly 2,000 alumni from Coro programs.

Participatory Budgeting Youth Fellowship

Coro Encourages Young People to Learn and Lead

Change doesn’t happen by itself. It takes a concerted effort by people who want to lift up their community for the future.

In 2017 Coro launched the Participatory Budgeting Youth Fellowship which encourages young people to be a part of the democratic process and directly decide how to spend part of a public budget.

“Nearly $15 million of Participatory Budgeting (PB) funding was spent on projects that directly benefited young people such as parks, playgrounds, or school improvement in 2017 –yet only 5% of all PB ballots were cast by youth themselves,” said Scott Millstein, executive director, Coro.

“Thanks to the support of National Grid Foundation, our program is changing that by increasing youth involvement with the budget process and amplifying youth voice at the New York City Council. Their goal is to increase youth voter participation by 10% (community members as young as 13 can

vote), expand youth civic engagement citywide, and through their example demonstrate that young people can and should have a voice in decisions that impact their community.”

New York City Council Members who participate in the program give at least $1 million from their budget for residents to vote on how to spend it in their community. Working with City Council members, Youth Fellows have the opportunity to learn hands-on becoming community advocates and bringing a voice to issues important to young people.

“Leadership is bigger than one’s age. I can do big things regardless of how old I am. I’ve already come up with creative ideas for PB outreach and even conducted my own Neighborhood Assembly meetings. Age is just a number, and as a PBYF Youth Fellow I am able to accomplish great things at my Council Member’s office, said Faith Arthur, PB Youth Fellow, Council Member Donovan Richards.

Read2Succeed, Rhode Island … Summer literacy & college scholarships through the years

By Deborah Drew

When you visit the Read to Succeed website, its home page says it all: One book can change a life; imagine what six can do!

Founded by Ralph and Barbara Papitto in 2008, Read to Succeed was created to address the reading achievement gap between low- and higher-income students head-on, and to instill a lifelong enjoyment of reading. By encouraging the crucial activity of summer reading, Read to Succeed helps South Providence’s low-income, largely minority students from falling behind and encourages these students, through scholarships, to focus on attending college. During the summer, students maintain their learning momentum.

“Reading Gives Us Someplace to Go When We Have to Stay Where We Are”

— Mason Cooley

Photo: Read2Succeed (c) Eloquent Images Photography

While getting students to do their summer reading is anything but easy, more and more studies are showing it’s vital to do so. In fact, students who read during the summer are far more successful at maintaining — and enhancing — the knowledge they’ve gained during the school year. Students who don’t read, lose valuable ground in the academic process. By opening up new and important landscapes, Read to Succeed is intended to encourage students to truly focus on attending college and gives their parents the confidence to envision college enrollment as a real possibility.

Here’s how it works.

Starting as rising 4th graders at either Bishop McVinney Elementary School; Community Preparatory School; or Highlander Charter School -- three schools serving low-income, diverse, South Providence families -- Read to Succeed’s participating students are given a broad list of books, selected for them by the teachers at their schools. Each student selects six books — provided at no cost — that he/ she agrees to read over the summer. Upon completion of a book, the student takes an online test through the program’s Accelerated Reading Program and students who pass all

The National Grid Foundation has long-supported Read2Succeed and views the organization as fundamental and central to its ongoing efforts to fund educational programs. Since 2012, the Foundation has gifted $60,000 over the years, helping to deliver over 10,000 free books and nearly $900,000 in scholarships.

six tests are rewarded with a $1,000 account in the Rhode Island CollegeBound|Saver — the state’s tax-advantaged 529 college savings program operated by Ascensus. Students are eligible to enroll for five consecutive summers, adding $1,000 each year to their scholarship account, for a total of $5,000, before they enter high school. This investment, with compounding growth, provides a strong financial opportunity toward achieving college goals.

For six years the National Grid Foundation has supported Read to Succeed, its participating schools and students. The Foundation partially funds the free books, the Accelerated Reading Test program and overall coordination for the organization’s summer program.

“As a long-term funder, the National Grid Foundation enables Read to Succeed to provide

“Our mission at the Foundation is to help create opportunities for solutions, and since we’ve teamed up with Read to Succeed in 2012, we have seen exemplary results.”

– Ed White Executive Director, National Grid Foundation

“As a long-term funder, the National Grid Foundation enables Read to Succeed to provide thousands of books free of charge to our scholars each year. With over $50,000 in contributions from the Foundation, Read to Succeed achieved the goals of a Five-Year Growth Plan in 2017. We are very thankful to the Foundation for expressing its commitment to literacy and education in Rhode Island; we cannot thank the National Grid Foundation enough.”

thousands of books free of charge to our scholars each year. With over $50,000 in contributions from the Foundation, Read to Succeed achieved the goals of a Five-Year Growth Plan in 2017. We are very thankful to the Foundation for expressing its commitment to literacy and education in Rhode Island; we cannot thank the National Grid Foundation enough.” stated David Guertin, Executive Director of Read to Succeed.

In April, National Grid Foundation Board members Carmen Fields and Angel Tavares joined Foundation Executive Director, Ed White, with Read to Succeed’s education partner, Community Preparatory School, Providence, for a parent/student orientation (see photo) as the program geared up for another record-breaking year of enrollment, book distribution, student completion rates and scholarship awards.

“Summer reading loss and the corresponding achievement gap is a critical issue among our communities that must be addressed to enhance the quality of life for young people

and economic strength of the communities we serve,” said Ed White. “Our mission at the Foundation is to help create opportunities for solutions, and since we’ve teamed up with Read to Succeed in 2012, we have seen exemplary results.”

In 2018, Read to Succeed will continue with its strong enrollment commitment for all 4th through 8th grades at its partner schools. In May 2017, 335 4th through 8th grade students enrolled in the program and Read to Succeed awarded 273 scholarships signaling the highest amount of college scholarships awarded to date. Last year also marked the completion of Read to Succeed’s five-year enrollment expansion plan that calls for the inclusion of a new 4th grade each year, while continuing its commitment to students advancing through 8th grade. To date, Read to Succeed has distributed more than 9,700 free books and has awarded $871,000 in college scholarships to disadvantaged Providence students.

– David Guertin Executive Director, Read to Succeed

National Grid Foundation Board members, Carmen Fields and Angel Taveras

National Grid Foundation supports the potential of intelligent, hard-working young people.

On-Point for College Summer Orientation Program

In 2016, more than 460 Syracuse and Utica students were better prepared for college thanks to On Point for College and National Grid Foundation. On Point for College offered pre-college orientations to help students transition to a college environment. The orientations provided the students the information on financial aid, study skills and time management.

Melanie Littlejohn, board member, National Grid Foundation, joined the students last summer. National Grid Foundation supports On Point for College and along with a program grant provided backpacks for the students so they may be better equipped for a successful transition to college.

Photo: Fritz Diddle, On-Point for College

Melanie Littlejohn, board member, National Grid Foundation, with the students

By Deborah Drew

In its year-end report to the National Grid Foundation this summer, Citizen Schools in Chelsea, shared the following highlights from its 2016-17 academic year and showcased how the Foundation’s $25,000 grant supported hundreds of local middle school students. According to the School, “With the generous investment of the National Grid Foundation during the 2016-17 school year, Citizen Schools helped to change the educational trajectories of middle school students in Chelsea, Massachusetts by bringing learning to life and providing students with the skills, access and beliefs to set them on a path to future success.”

Through Citizen Schools, students work side-byside with experts and volunteer teachers who lead project-based learning experiences to help students explore new fields, learn new skills, and build a foundation for their future. It partners with lowincome communities that need additional support and resources. It provided hands-on learning opportunities and academic support to low-income middle schools students at the Browne and Eugene Wright middle schools this year in Chelsea. Citizen Schools envisions a world in which schools, companies and families partner to provide students with a set of real-world learning experiences that put them on a path to college and career success.

Two students who participated in a robotics apprenticeship.

National Grid Foundation helps put Chelsea, MA students on path to future success.

What do 850 middle school students, 62 STEM apprenticeships, significantly reduced school absentee rates and $25,000 have in common?

The National Grid Foundation.

Photo courtesy of Citizen Schools

Success By The Numbers

 79% of Chelsea students participating with Citizen Schools achieved mastery on targeted 21st century skills

 Students achieved an attendance rate of 95%

 Based on survey results, roughly one third of students completed consistent one-onone goals conferencing with Citizen Schools Teaching Fellows

 78% of Chelsea students expressed interest in a STEM career

Additional Achievements

During the school year, Citizen Schools’ Expanded Learning Time program served more than 850 middle school students with academic support; high school, college and career preparation. The School developed 140 hands-on, project-based apprenticeships (including 62 high-quality STEM apprenticeships taught by STEM professionals). The Foundation’s gift also helped the school implement Academic League in which the students receive daily homework support and small-group lessons in math and literacy that align with state standards and the school’s priorities and apprenticeships in which students work alongside adult volunteers, who share their passion and expertise. Students complete handson projects that reinforce 21st century skills and introduce them to new career possibilities, with

particular emphasis on STEM topics like robotics, health care, computer science, and more. These experiences show promising signs of triggering students’ interest in STEM. Apprenticeships include: “Future Cities” with the Boston Society of Civil Engineers and “Life is a Lab” with the Massachusetts General Hospital.

Citizen Schools also launched 8th Grade Academy this year which serves as a bridge between middle school and high school. Through this program, students receive 1:1 tutoring and mentorship and participate in a series of weekday and weekend college and city explorations. This year, students visited the Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology, the Museum of Fine Arts, Tufts University, and Westfield State University.

8th graders who participated in a coding apprenticeship.

Photo courtesy of Citizen Schools

National Grid Foundation Partners Through the Years

n 1 in 9: Long Island Breast Cancer Coalition

n 651 Arts Center

n Academy of Educational Development

n Access to Independence of Cortland County

n ACORN Institute

n Adelphi University

n After School All-Stars

n Albert G. Oliver Program

n Alley Pond Environmental Center, Inc.

n America’s Youth Teenage Unemployment Reduction Network

n American Association of Blacks in Energy

n American Cancer Society of Staten Island

n American Civil Rights Education Services

n American Heart Association

n American Jewish Committee

n American Littoral Society

n American Red Cross

n American Red Cross of Massachusetts Bay

n Anthony Genovesi Environmental Study Center

n Anti-Defamation League of Bnai-Brith

n Arlington Partners in Education Foundation

n Asian American Civic Association

n Atlantic Avenue Association Local Development Corp.

n Audubon Society of New Hampshire

n Audubon Society of Rhode Island

n Barnstable Land Trust

n Baruch College

n Bay Street Theater

n BEAM Center

n Bed Stuy Campaign Against Hunger

n Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corp.

n Beth Israel Health Care System

n Big Brothers Big Sisters of Monmouth

n Big Brothers/Big Sisters

n Bishop Kearney High School

n Black Ministerial Alliance of Greater Boston

n Black Veterans for Social Justice, Inc.

n Bloomfield Conservancy

n Blue Ocean Institute

n Books Are Wings

n Boston Educational Development Foundation

n Boston Plan for Excellence in Public Schools

n Boston Private Industry Council

n Boy Scouts of America

n Boys & Girls Club of Buffalo, Inc.

n Boys and Girls Club of Boston

n Boys and Girls Club of Brockton

n Boys and Girls Clubs of Stoneham and Wakefield

n Boys Hope – Girls Hope of New York

n Breast Cancer HELP Inc.

n Breukelein Institute

n Bridge Street Development Corp.

n Brooklyn Academy of Music

n Brooklyn AIDS Task Force

n Brooklyn Alliance Inc.

n Brooklyn Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project

n Brooklyn Botanic Garden Corp.

n Brooklyn Bridge Park Coalition, Inc.

n Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy

n Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts

n Brooklyn Children’s Museum

n Brooklyn Community Events, Inc.

n Brooklyn Heights Park Coalition, Inc.

n Brooklyn Historical Society

n Brooklyn Information and Culture

n Brooklyn Legal Services

n Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation

n Brooklyn Philharmonic

n Brooklyn Public Library

n Brooklyn Queens Land Trust

n Brooklyn Sports Foundation

n Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

n Buffalo Center for the Arts and Technology

n Bushwick Geographic Targeting Task Force

n Cabrini Hospice

n Cabrini Mission Foundation

n Cancer Care of Long island

n Cape Cod Community College Education

n Capital District YMCA

n Capital Repertory Company

n CARE

n Career Collaborative

n Carol M. Baldwin Breast Cancer Research Fund

n Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany

n Catholic Community Services

n Catholic Youth Organization

n Center for African Art, Inc.

n Center for Court Innovation

n Center for Elimination of Violence in the Family

n Center for Family Life

n Center for Southeast Asians

n Change is Simple

n Charles River Conservancy

n Chelsea Collaborative

n Chelsea Human Services Collaborative, Inc.

n Chess in Schools

n Child Abuse Prevention Program

n Child Care Council of Suffolk

n Children of Bellvue

n Children’s Cancer Center - North Shore University Hospital

n Children’s Environmental Literacy Foundation

n Christa House

n Christopher Reeve Foundation

n Citizen Schools

n Citizens Campaign Fund for the Environment

n Citizens Committee for New York City

n City College 21st Center Foundation

n City College of New York

n City Meals on Wheels

n City on a Hill

n City Parks Foundation

n City Year

n Classroom Inc.

n Coastal America Foundation

n Coastal Steward, Inc.

n Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

n College Bound Dorchester

n College of St. Rose

n College of Staten Island Foundation

n Columbia University

n Columbia University Business School

n Committee for Economic Development

n Common Cents

n Community Environmental Center

n Comprehensive Development Inc.

n Concord Community Development Corp.

n Coney Island USA

n Co-Operation Ireland

n Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County

n Coro New York Leadership Center

n Covenant House

n Cradle of Aviation Museum

n Cristo Rey Boston High School

n Cristo Rey Brooklyn High School

n Cypress Hills LDC

n Dancewave

n Day One

n Developmental Disabilities Institute

n Do Something

n Dorchester House

n Downtown Brooklyn Council

n Dress for Success NY

n E. Inc.

n EAC, Inc.

n Earth Day

n Earthwatch Institute

n The East River Development Alliance

n East River Development Alliance

n Economic Empowerment Trust Fund

n Eden II School for Autistic Children

n Education and Assistance Corporation

n Elizabeth Pierce Olsted, M.D. Center for the Visually Impaired

n Emmanuel Community Economic Development Corp.

n Emmaus, Inc.

n Environmental Action Coalition

n Faith Center for Community Development

n Family Residences and Essential Ent., Inc.

n Family Service League

n Farmingdale State University

n Federation of Organizations for the NYS

Mentally Disabled

n Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund

n Fifth Avenue Committee

n First Book

n FIRST Foundation

n First Night NYC 2000

n First Works

n Five Towns Center for the Arts

n Foundation Center

n Foundation for Ecological Research in the Northeast

n Franklin Park Coalition

n Freedom House

n Friends of Blue Heron Park, Inc.

n Friends of Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery

n Friends of Karen

n Friends of Planting Fields

n Friends of the ARTS

n Friends of the Children of Boston

n Friends of the High School for Environmental Studies

n Futures in Education

n Girl Scouts Council of Greater NY

n Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts

n Girl Scouts of Nassau County

n Girls Incorporated of Greater Haverhill

n Glen Head North Shore Youth Council

n Glouster Maritime Adventures

n God’s Love We Deliver

n Goodwill Industries

n Goodwill Rescue Mission

n Great Neck Center for the Arts

n Great South Bay YMCA

n Greater Houston Foundation

n Greater Jamaica Development Corporation

n Greater Lawrence Regional HS Merrimack

n Greater NY Councils BSA

n Green Guerillas, Inc.

n Green Technology Club Corp.

n Greenbelt Conservancy

n Greenpoint Mfg & Design Center

n Groundwork Inc.

n Group for the East End

n Habitat for Humanity – International

n Habitat for Humanity – New York City

n Haven of Grace

n HEAF

n Health Watch Information

n Heart of Brooklyn

n Heart of Brooklyn Cultural Institutions

n HeartShare

n Helen Keller Services for the Blind

n Heller Keller Services

n Hempstead Boys and Girls club

n Hempstead High School

n Hicksville Youth Council

n Hobart College

n Hofstra University

n HomeSpace

n Hudson Cradle

n Hull Lifesaving Museum

n Human Services Council of New York City, Inc.

n Hundred Year Association

n Huntington Arts Council, Inc.

n Huntington Breast Cancer Action Coalition

n Huntington Township Chamber Foundation

n Huntington Village Theater Company

n Hyde Square Task Force

n Il Piccolo Teatro Dell’Opera

n Inquilinos Boricuas Accion, Inc.

n Institute for Student Achievement

n Inwood

n Island Alliance

n Island Harvest

n J.T. Mather Memorial Hospital

n Jamaica Center for the Arts & Learning

n John Harms Concert

n John Noble Collection

n Junior Achievement of New York

n Just Food, Inc.

n Kestrel Educational Adventures

n King Manor Museum

n Kingsborough Community College Foundation

n Latino Health Institute

n Latino STEM Alliance

n Learning Disabilities Association of CNY

n Leukemia Society of America

n LI Children’s Museum

n LI Works Coalition

n Literacy CNY

n Literacy Nassau

n Literacy Volunteers of America –Suffolk Chapter

n Literacy Volunteers of Greater Worcester

n Little Village School

n Living History

n Local initiatives Support Corp.

n Long Island Association

n Long Island Bombers

n Long Island Coalition for Fair Broadcasting, Inc.

n Long Island Development Corporation

n Long Island Environthon

n Long Island Philharmonic

n Long Island Pine Barrens Society

n Long Island Track and Field

n Long Island Works Coalition

n Lourdes Academy High School

n Lowell Boys Club Association

n Lowell Plan, Inc.

n LynnArts, Inc.

n Lynne Robbins Steinman Foundation

n MA Watershed Coalition

n Madison Square Boys and Girls Club

n Makin’ It Happen Coalition

n Malden YMCA

n Manchester Boys Club

n March of Dimes

n Martin Luther King Jr. Concert Series

n Mary McDowell Center for Learning

n MassBioEd

n Mauer Foundation for Breast Health Education

n Medgar Evers Educational Foundation, Inc.

n Mercy Works

n Merrimack Valley Immigrant and Education Center

n Merrimack Valley YMCA

n Middle Country Library Foundation

n Miracle Makers

n Molloy College

n Montauk Historical Society

n Mosaico Community Development Corp.

n Mothers Against Drunk Driving

n Municipal Arts Society

n Museum for African Art

n Museum Institute for Teaching Science

n Museums at Stony Brook

n MV Enterprises

n NAACP

n NACME

n NAMI

n Nassau Council of Girl Scouts

n National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering

n National Audubon Society

n National Conference for Community and Justice

n National Consumer Law Center

n National Executive Service Corps.

n National Foundation for Teacher Entrepreneurs

n National Fuel Funds Network

n National Jazz Museum in Harlem

n National Lighthouse Center and Museum

n National Society for Fundraising Executives

n National Urban Fellows

n Nativity School of Worchester, Inc.

n Natural Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University

n Neighbor Helping Neighbor Fund

n Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc.

n Neighborhood Network Research Center

n NESCAUM

n NESEA

n New Community Cinema Club –

Cinema Arts Centre

n New England Wildlife Center

n New School University

n New Visions for Public Schools

n New York Blood Center

n New York Cares, Inc.

n New York City Audubon Society

n New York City Fire Museum

n New York City Outward Bound Center

n New York Conservation Education Fund

n New York Hall of Science

n New York Industrial Retention Network

n New York League of Conservation Voters

n New York Methodist Hospital

n New York ReLeaf Long Island Region

n New York Relief, LI Region

n New York State Assembly Puerto Rican/ Hispanic Task Force

n New York Sun Works

n New York University

n News In Education Foundation

n Nonprofit Connection

n North Flatbush Youth and Community Coalition

n North Fork Environmental Council, Inc.

n North Shore-LIJ Health System Foundation

n Northeast Sustainable Energy Association, Inc.

n Northern Essex Community College Fund

n Northville Long Island Classic

n Notre Dame Education Center

n NYC Partnership Foundation

n NYS Urban & Community Forestry

n OHR Halmud

n Old Westbury College Foundation

n On Point for College

n One Family, Inc.

n One with Consumer Law Center

n Open Water Women’s Sailing Organization

n Operation ABLE of Greater Boston

n Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow

n Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow

n Our Lady of Mount Carmel

n Oysterponds Historical Society

n Parents for Megan’s law

n Parents for Megan’s Law

n Patriots’ Trail Girl Scout Council, Inc.

n Pawtucket Boys and Girls Club

n PEACE Afterschool Program

n Peconic Land Trust

n PENCIL

n Phoenix House

n Pine Street Inn

n Polycystic Kidney Research Foundation

n Polytechnic University

n Port Washington Library Foundation

n Pratt Institute

n Prep for Prep

n Project GRAD

n Project Hospitality

n Project Literacy

n PRONTO of Long Island

n Prospect Park Alliance, Inc.

n Providence College

n Queens Botanical Society

n Queens College Foundation

n Queens Library Foundation

n Queens Museum of Art

n Queens Symphony Orchestra

n Queens Theater in the Park

n Queensbridge Tenants Association

n Read to Succeed

n Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

n Replication, Inc.

n Research Foundation of City University of NY

n Resilient Coders

n Rhode Island College Foundation

n Rhode Island Community Food Bank

n Riverhead Foundation for Marine Research

n ROCA

n Rockaway Music and Arts Council

n Salvadori Center

n Salvation Army of Greater New York

n Salvation Army of Massachusetts

n Save the Bay

n Save the Harbor Save the Bay

n Say Yes to Education

n Schoharie Library

n School on Wheels of Massachusetts

n School-Business Partnership of Long Island

n Science Clubs for Girls, Inc.

n Seaside Summer Concert Series

n Second Step

n SeniorNet

n Shadow Box Theater

n Siena College

n SMARTS Collaborative

n Snug Harbor Cultural Center

n Sociedad Latina, Inc.

n Social Enterprise and Training Center

n Solar 1

n South Shore Restoration Group

n Southampton Fresh Air Home

n Southern New Hampshire Services, Inc.

n Special Olympics

n St. Ann Center for Restoration and the Arts

n St. Francis College

n St. Joseph High School

n St. Joseph –Meals on Wheels

n St. Joseph’s College

n St. Mary’s Community Services

n Starflower Experiences, Inc.

n State University of New York

n Staten Island Botanical Garden

n Staten Island Children’s Museum

n Staten Island Economic Development Corp.

n Staten Island Zoological Society

n Stephanie Joyce Kahn Foundation

n Stony Brook University Foundation

n Stony Brook University Hospital & Medical Center

n Studio Museum of Harlem

n Suffolk City PAL

n Suffolk County Community College

n Suffolk County Police Athletic League

n Suffolk Y Jewish Community Center

n Sustainable Long Island

n Syracuse University

n Take the Field

n The ACE Mentor Program of Greater New York

n The BELL Foundation

n The Brooklyn Childcare Collective, Inc.

n The City College 21st Century Foundation

n The College of New Rochelle

n The College of Staten Island Foundation

n The Compass School

n The Concord Baptist Church of Christ

n The East River Development Alliance

n The Faith Center for Community Development

n The Five Towns Community Center

n The Fivers Children’s Foundation

n The Food Project

n The Foundation at New Jersey Institute of Technology

n The Fund for Parks and Recreation in Boston

n The Fund for Public Schools

n The Greenbelt Conservancy

n The Heckscher Museum

n The HOPE Program

n The Institute of Contemporary Art

n The Jackie Robinson Foundation

n The James D. St. Clair Court Public Education Project

n The Jewish Children’s Museum

n The Johns Noble Collection

n The Learning Community

n The Long Island Works Coalition

n The Middleburgh Library

n The Nature Conservancy

n The Nature Conservancy of Long Island

n The New England Nature Conservancy

n The New York Philharmonic

n The Old Stone House of Brooklyn

n The Partnership

n The Posse Foundation

n The Research Foundation of SUNY

n The Salvatiion Army

n The Salvation Army of Greater New York

n The Schenectady Foundation

n The Society for the Preservation of Weeksville

n The University at Albany Foundation

n The University of Massachusetts Foundation

n The Whale Center of New England

n The Young People’s Project

n Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary

n Thorton W. Burgess Society

n Tomchei Torah Chaim Birhbaum

n Touro College

n Trinity Alliance of the Capital Region

n United Community Centers

n United for Wildlife

n United Negro College Fund

n United South End Settlements

n United Way of Long Island

n United Way of Mass Bay

n United Way of NYC

n University of Buffalo

n University of Rhode Island

n Urban Ecology Institute

n Urban Ecology Institute

n Urban Workforce Advantage

n Vanderbilt Museum

n Variety Boys and Girls club of Queens

n Victory Generation

n Vocational Foundation, Inc.

n Wagner College

n Ward Melville Heritage

n Wildlife Conservation Society

n WLIW21 Public Television

n Women In Need

n Women Resource Center, Inc.

n Woodhull Medical and Mental Health center

n Worcester Community Action Council

n Year Up Greater Boston

n YMCA Greater New York

n YMCA of Central Mass

n YMCA of Central Mass/Worcester

n YMCA of Greater NY

n YMCA of the Capital District

n YMCA of Worcester MA

n YMCA Staten Island

n Young Entrepreneurs Alliance

n Young People’s Chorus of NYC

n Young People’s Chorus of Staten Island

n YWCA of the City of New York

n Zephyr Education Foundation

The Foundation would like to extend a warm thank you to all of our partners who contributed the wonderful photographs used within this report commemorating our 20 years of service and commitment to the communities throughout the National Grid service territories.

Editor Christine Berardi

Writer / Grant Developer Deborah Andrews - Drew

Creative Director Pamela Focá

Executive Director Edward H. White Jr.

The purpose of human life is to serve, and to show compassion and the will to help others.

- Albert Schweitzer