The nature of our services means a strong Con Edison presence in virtually every area of the city. As a civic-minded corporate citizen, Con Edison lends its support to community and civic based organizations that strive to build and maintain vibrant neighborhoods. These include youth and law-enforcement agencies, housing services, landmarks conservancies, educational institutions and community groups that celebrate diversity.

In Partnership with NHS, Con Edison Helps to Educate Underserved Communities:

Neighborhood Housing Services of New York (NHS) revitalizes underserved neighborhoods by creating and preserving affordable housing and providing opportunities for homeownership education, financial assistance and community leadership. Working in partnership with government and businesses, the organization is led by local residents and guided by local needs.

Con Edison has been a continuous partner of NHS, helping to launch and grow the organization's Neighborhood Preservation and Stabilization program. The program responds to the critical need for energy efficiency in New York City communities. As a partner in the effort to reduce energy consumption, Con Edison offers free Energy Efficiency Surveys and Equipment Rebate Programs to all clients of the NHS.

City Year unites young people of all backgrounds for a year of full-time service, giving them the skills and opportunities to change the world. As tutors, mentors and role models, these diverse young leaders help children stay in school and on track, and transform schools and communities globally.

Con Edison supports City Year's school-wide recycling and environmental after-school program at IS 204 Middle School and IS 126 in Long Island City, Queens. The program develops sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students into leaders as they learn about environmental challenges each week, and research ways to address them.

Con Edison Helps Students Get SMART:

Founded in 1972, Bronxworks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being through educational programs. From toddlers to seniors, the organization feeds, shelters, supports, and teaches their neighbors to build a stronger community. With a network of 29 sites located throughout several Bronx community boards, BronxWorks provides social services to almost 38,000 South Bronx residents annually.

Con Edison supports Bronxworks' year-round education program, Project Achieve. This program encourages critical and analytical thinking and supports academic skills enrichment. 78% of the students participating in Project Achieve increased one or more math and science levels after participating in the program for just one year.