Building Hope: Duke Energy's $10,000 Grant Fuels Veterans Village Development in Felicity

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Duke Energy recently awarded a $10,000 grant to the Veterans Village project in Felicity, Ohio. This grant supports the construction and planning of the Veterans Village, aimed at assisting homeless veterans in Clermont County. Duke Energy's contribution reflects its ongoing commitment to community welfare.

The Veterans Village project, initiated with a $10,000 grant from Duke Energy in 2023, is developing a community for veterans. The project covers nearly ten acres and will include 28 homes, with 22 one-bedroom and six two-bedroom units. These homes will be fully furnished and include broadband access, set in a greenspace to provide a stable living environment for veterans.

Chad Shaffer of Duke Energy stated that the grant helps reduce costs as the project develops. He noted the importance of providing housing for veterans, adding that the village will offer on-site support services.

In Clermont County, over 900 veterans need housing assistance. The Veterans Village is a joint effort by Duke Energy, Clermont County, the Veterans Administration, and the Clermont Metropolitan Housing Authority. The $6 million project, supported by $1 million in federal HUD HOME funds, is expected to open in spring 2026. Additional funding requests have been made to the State of Ohio Budget for 2024-2025.