PHILADELPHIA, PA — NRG Energy Inc. and its subsidiary Vivint are investing $500,000 to support the redevelopment of Cobbs Creek Golf Course and expand youth education programs in West Philadelphia, the organizations announced.
The funding will support restoration efforts at the historic golf course and expand programming at the Smilow Woodland TGR Learning Lab, part of the Cobbs Creek Golf & Education Campus.
A central space inside the learning lab will be designated the “Vivint + NRG Hub,” intended for student programming and community use.
The Cobbs Creek Foundation is leading the broader redevelopment of the site, which includes approximately 350 acres spanning Philadelphia and Upper Darby Township.
Foundation President Jeff Shanahan said the partnership will enhance student experiences and expand access to education and community resources.
“The Vivint + NRG Hub will strengthen the student experience inside the Learning Lab and advance our mission to expand access to education, wellness, and opportunity for young people and families across West Philadelphia,” Shanahan said.
The investment also supports initiatives tied to energy efficiency and sustainability as part of the redevelopment.
NRG plans to host a long-drive competition to benefit local nonprofits and provide volunteer and mentorship opportunities for employees.
The Cobbs Creek Foundation, a nonprofit established in 2018, is working to restore the public golf course and develop an education-focused campus aimed at providing academic and workforce opportunities.
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