PHILADELPHIA, PA — NRG Energy Inc. is partnering with the Cobbs Creek Foundation with a $500,000 investment to support redevelopment of the Cobbs Creek Golf & Education Campus and expand youth programming in West Philadelphia.
The funding, which includes support from NRG’s Vivint brand, will be used to expand educational and community initiatives and incorporate energy-related technology into the site.
As part of the partnership, a central space within the Smilow Woodland TGR Learning Lab will be named the “Vivint + NRG Hub,” serving as a location for student programming and community activities.
“We are grateful for NRG and Vivint’s partnership and look forward to their engagement with the Cobbs Creek community,” said Jeff Shanahan, president of the Cobbs Creek Foundation.
NRG will also sponsor a long-drive golf competition benefiting local nonprofits and provide volunteer and mentorship opportunities for employees.
LPGA Tour player Lauren Coughlin hosted a putting clinic for local youth at the site on April 10.
The Cobbs Creek Foundation is leading the redevelopment of the historic golf course and surrounding 350 acres of green space in Philadelphia and Upper Darby Township.
The project aims to combine environmental restoration, education, and workforce development as part of a broader community investment effort.
NRG provides electricity, natural gas, and smart home services to customers across North America, while Vivint operates as its smart home and security division.
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