Page 12 - The Fayetteville Press Newspaper June & July 2025 Edition

Page 12 The Fayetteville Press June/July 2025 Edition

PWC RECOGNIZED WITH THE 2025 SPIRIT OF NORTH CAROLINA AWARD

Fayetteville, N.C.- The Fayetteville Public Works they listen, they innovate, and they invest in a
Commission has been recognized by the United Way of stronger future for all of us.”
North Carolina with a 2025 Spirit of North Carolina Award.
“PWC exemplifies what it means to lead with
The Spirit of North Carolina Award offers United purpose, to serve with integrity, and to uplift our

Ways in North Carolina an opportunity to honor organi- community every step of the way,” said Scott
zations and individuals who exemplify the “spirit” of their Embry, Executive Director/CEO of the United Way
community. Winners meet specific standards of achieve- of Cumberland County. “For decades, they have
ment and are nominated by their local United Ways. This remained one of our top-giving organizations, and
is the 19th time PWC employees have earned this dis- this award is a well-deserved reflection of their
tinction. Last year, PWC pledged $110,576 to the United generosity, dedication, and the faith they have
Way of Cumberland County and had 40 Marquis givers placed in us to serve those in need.”
(&1,000+). Since 1997, PWC employees have pledged
over $2.6 million dollars to fund vital non-profits in our The United Way of North Carolina recognized
community that actively serve residents who need it. However, few demonstrate the con- 62 Spirit of North Carolina Award winners for the
sistency, innovation, and heart for year 2024, representing 17 local United Ways.
“I’m incredibly proud of our team for earning this service that PWC brings to our com- These companies and organizations not only dem-

recognition. This award is a testament not just to our munity daily. PWC sets the bar for onstrated excellence in their United Way campaign
company’s values, but to the generosity and compassion public service. Their commitment to but are building a philanthropic culture commu-
of every employee who gives their time, talent, and trea- sustainability, reliability, and commu- nity-wide.
sure to support our community.” said Timothy Bryant, nity engagement doesn’t just power
CEO/General Manager of Fayetteville PWC. homes—it powers hope, opportunity, The United Way of Cumberland County’s mis-
and progress. And it doesn’t stop sion is to improve lives across Cumberland County
The 2025 Spirit Award specifically recognizes PWC there. PWC’s leadership utilizes a by strategically raising and investing resources that
as Leaders in Volunteering. The United Way of Community Advisory Group to ensure successfully impact prioritized human service and

Cumberland County provided the following narrative when the voices of our neighbors are heard health needs while working in effective and inno-
nominating PWC for this award: “We have the privilege in shaping the services we all depend vative partnerships with direct provider agencies.
of working alongside many community-minded partners. on. They don’t just serve our city—

Anniversary

Celebrating

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Make Big Savings

Follow the Season’s Time-of-Use Schedule

PWC’s Time-of-Use billing for electricity
follows the summer schedule through
October 31, with Summer Peak Hours
during the afternoon-evening every 11 12 1 TIME TO SAVE 35%
day from 3:00 p.m – 6:00 p.m. 10 2 6 p.m. to 3 p.m.
the next day
Save on your energy bills when you: 9 3

• Keep your air conditioning at the 8 p.m. 4 TIME TO CONSERVE
highest comfortable temperature. 7 6 5 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
To take full advantage of Time-of-Use
rates, add a programmable smart
thermostat to automatically control your A/C.

• Adjust your routine to do things like laundry,
running your dishwasher, etc. during Off-Peak
Hours, when electricity is billed at 35% lower rates.

• Conserve all the power you can during Peak Hours
when energy demand is highest.

Remember, the Time-of-Use schedule is observed
every day including weekends and holidays. For more
conservation tips and information on PWC incentive
programs visit our website.

FOR CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES GO TO: https://www.faypwc.com/purchasing/surplus