October 10, 2013

Gift will support arts education and performances for students, teachers and the community.

The Peace Center for the performing Arts announced today a $75,000 gift from the Duke Energy Foundation for its Peace Outreach Program. The donation will support the nationally recognized arts education program that serves nearly 55,000 students, teachers and community members from across Upstate South Carolina, as well as part of Georgia and Western North Carolina. 

"The Peace Center is most grateful to the Duke Energy Foundation for this extremely generous gift," said Peace Center President Megan Riegel. "The Peace Outreach Program plays a critical role in our mission of offering special educational and community events throughout the year to foster a deeper understanding and greater enjoyment of the performing arts."