We strengthen communities by helping organizations that are committed to making the world brighter.
We strengthen communities by helping organizations that are committed to making the world brighter.
Happy, healthy families
Supporting the physical, emotional, and economic well-being of families and individuals.
Empowered, skilled futures
Investing in education, creativity, and career pathways that build a future-ready workforce.
Safe, smart homes
Advancing housing stability, safety, and connected living through technology and energy support.
Resilient, sustainable communities
Empowering communities through resilience building, sustainable development, and disaster preparedness and recovery.
The Brighter Communities program gives preference to organizations and initiatives that have a meaningful and direct impact on the community, and nonprofit organizations and initiatives that are supported in partnership with the community. We encourage investing in initiatives that strengthen community involvement and inclusiveness.
Generally, we do not support sponsorships and club activities unless there is a unique initiative that complies with the Brighter Communities policy and guidelines.
In most cases, we will not contribute to religious, political, veteran, and fraternal organizations, except for related programs that directly benefit the community and not the organization. We do not contribute to organizations that support terrorist activities or discriminate.
If you're part of an organization that's passionate about helping the community, we encourage you to submit a grant request.
People and Community | Blog | OCT 04, 2017
As the nation watched Hurricane Harvey escalate into a devastating storm, my immediate focus was on a handful of very important things – protecting my family, the safety of NRG employees and our customers and the continuity of our retail electricity business in Texas.
People and Community | Blog | SEP 16, 2019
Celebrate 100 years of the Montville Power Station, from its 1919 origins to its vital role today. Discover its history, impact, and dedicated team. Learn more!
People and Community | Blog | MAR 14, 2019
As paramount values of NRG, safety and environmental stewardship are at the forefront of everything we do. Learn more about how these plants exemplified that and won awards for Plant of the Year and STRIVE Safety and Green Glass.
People and Community | Blog | OCT 13, 2021
We have a customer-first mentality that extends from our executive management team to our frontline employees. This month, we’re highlighting three ways we’re helping both residential and business customers navigate the energy world.