WORLAND, Wyo. — The PacifiCorp Foundation for Learning, the charitable arm of Pacific Power, has awarded a $5,000 grant to the Boys & Girls Club of Washakie County, to assist with programs that encourage youth to succeed in school.

Pacific Power Regional Community Manager Leslie Blythe presented the contribution to Wendi Dickerson, chief professional officer of the Boys & Girls Club of Washakie County, on Wednesday, April 13.

“The early years of a child’s education can have a profound effect on their future,” said Blythe. “By helping students to succeed early on, programs like this can create an excitement for learning that will stay with children throughout their education and into adulthood.”

PacifiCorp Foundation funding will help support the Educational Enhancement Program and the PowerHour: Making Minutes Count component of Project Learn. These programs are designed to engage young people in learning, encourage them to succeed in school, and help them become lifelong learners.  

The PacifiCorp Foundation awarded a total of more than $20,000 to nonprofit organizations throughout Wyoming, to help support safety, health and wellness, and educational programs for youth. The contributions are part of one of four grant cycles awarded by the Foundation annually.

About the PacifiCorp Foundation for Learning

The PacifiCorp Foundation for Learning  was created and incorporated as a corporate foundation in 1988 in order to become the major channel of philanthropy for PacifiCorp, Pacific Power and Utah Power. PacifiCorp and its employees have a long tradition of active involvement in the communities served by Pacific Power, including charitable contributions, sponsorships of community events and in-kind donations.

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