UI, SCG, CNG Celebrate Ongoing Community Service During National Volunteer Month
Employees across Connecticut log over 300 volunteer hours, including continued partnership with Columbus House in New Haven
ORANGE, Conn. - April 23, 2026 — For National Volunteer Month, United Illuminating (UI), Connecticut Natural Gas (CNG), and Southern Connecticut Gas (SCG), subsidiaries of Avangrid, Inc., share that, in 2026 so far, employees contributed more than 300 volunteer hours to local community organizations throughout the state. Additionally, the companies provided financial support to more than 25 nonprofit organizations within their service territories with the goal of reaching 67 by the end of this year. This support was fully company-sponsored and did not involve customer funds.
“Our customers and the communities we serve are fundamental to everything we do,” said Frank Reynolds, President and CEO of UI, CNG, and SCG. “This year, we aim to reinforce that commitment by consistently expanding our volunteer initiatives, introducing impactful educational events, and continuing to invest company-sponsored resources in organizations that make a real difference right here in our community. This priority reflects the dedication and collaboration of employees across UI, SCG, CNG, and the Avangrid Foundation, and I’m proud to see the growing impact of this work.”
In 2025, more than 370 employees from UI, CNG, SCG, and Avangrid supported communities across Connecticut by volunteering with over 65 nonprofit organizations. Their efforts ranged from assisting at cultural institutions and community shelters to helping prepare and distribute food for those in need. Altogether, employees contributed just over 10,000 volunteer hours throughout the year.
Employees most recently volunteered with long-time community partner Columbus House, an organization the companies support regularly through service and outreach. Based in New Haven, this non-profit supports individuals facing homelessness or the risk of losing housing through outreach, shelter, and long-term housing services. Avangrid has partnered with Columbus House for more than two decades, contributing both employee volunteer time and financial support. Since 2001, Avangrid has provided approximately $190,000 through housing tax credits, sponsorships, and other contributions, and regularly organizes opportunities for employees to assist with meal service.
Avangrid recently sponsored the evening meal at Columbus House, with employees volunteering on site. Click here for a video featuring the CEO of Columbus House and volunteers from UI, SCG and CNG, highlighting Columbus House’s mission, community impact, and the value of volunteer service.
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