Community Engagement

PWC’s Community Relations Department oversees our extensive outreach efforts with the objective of supporting the Commission’s Strategic Priority of Community Engagement. These efforts also enhance PWC’s image as a reliable utility provider, a good neighbor, and a strong community supporter. Annual activities range from managing PWC’s Community Advisory Group to showcasing PWC services and commitment to sustainability through organizing and participating in community events; providing facility tours and community speakers; and supporting local organizations by providing bottled water and sponsorships under the guidelines of PWC’s Community Support Program.

FY2025 Community Engagement by the Numbers

160+: non-profit & community organization events participated in
$140,000+: community sponsorships
350+: requests for PWC bottled water
83,376: PWC bottles of water donated
500+: community requests for tours, career days, truck days, speakers
1,270+: community events/activities coordinated
9: Community Advisory Group meetings
461: employee volunteers
15,000+: hours of community engagement recorded by employees
$110,000+: employee contributions to United Way
35,000: meals packed for Meals of Hope
5: charitable giving collections (hygiene items, clothing, socks, box fans, toys)
2: PWC Days for key stakeholders
1: (P)ower & (W)ater (C)onservation Expo
5: “PWC Connections” monthly radio shows on WIDU 1600 AM, WZFX 94.3 FM, WFNC 640 AM, WCCG 104.5 FM, WCLN 105.7 FM
5,000: conservation wall calendars distributed