Serving Our Community
When it comes down to it, we are involved in so much more than keeping the lights on. We're also working to make a difference in the lives of Alabamians. We're involved in the development of our communities, the education of our young people, supporting causes our customers feel strongly about and taking care of our elderly, needy and disabled.
Alabama Power Foundation - Power of Good
Founded in 1989, the Alabama Power Foundation has been guided by the mission to elevate the state and improve the quality of life for all Alabamians. Committed to empowering communities and bridging the gaps of inequity across the state, the Foundation volunteers for and funds projects across these five focus areas: Health & Human Services, Environmental Stewardship, Arts & Cultural Enrichment, Educational Advancement, and Civic & Community Development
Proud to Serve Those Who Served
We’re proud to support veterans in our communities and workforce through partnerships like the Salute to Veterans Bowl, the Daniels Center and the Alabama Veterans Resource Center.
Inside the company, our Battle Buddy program pairs new veteran hires with experienced veterans to help them adjust, plan careers and feel confident in their next chapter.
We also actively recruit veterans, knowing their training, discipline and leadership align with our values and strengthen the work we do every day.
Supporting Veterans, By the Numbers
- Nearly 40% of Alabama Power employees are members of the IBEW. Of those, around 7.5% have served in the Armed Forces.
- 5.7% of Alabama Power's total workforce identifies as veterans.
- Since 2021, the Alabama Power Foundation proudly awarded more than $885,000 ($885,533) to 30 different organizations and municipalities across the state in support of Veterans, military service members and their families.
- Southern Company is nationally ranked top 50 Military Friendly Employer in five major publications for over nine consecutive years.
- Southern Company has a 94% 1st year retention rate for external veteran new hires.
Education that Empowers
Education sparks opportunity, and we’re committed to helping students of all ages learn and grow through engaging programs and resources. From classroom tools to safety lessons and career readiness, we’re investing in bright futures across Alabama.
Volunteerism
Service is a commitment deeply rooted in our company’s culture – one that extends into communities across the state through the generous efforts of our employees, retirees and their families. Two key organizations, the Alabama Power Service Organization (APSO) and the Energizers, exemplify this spirit of volunteerism. Together, they contribute tens of thousands of hours each year to support education, environmental stewardship and vital community services.
Alabama Power Service Organization (ASPO)
The Alabama Power Service Organization (APSO) includes more than 5,000 Alabama Power, Southern Nuclear and Southern Company Services employees and their families. That's a considerable force for positive works to improve the quality of life in Alabama communities.
APSO is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization whose members focus their efforts on helping nonprofit groups and charitable projects that promote education, environment and community enhancement and meet critical human needs. From the nine chapters across the state, 6,200 members contribute nearly 17,000 volunteer hours to Alabama communities each year.
Energizers
The Energizers group is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization of Alabama Power and Southern Company retirees and spouses who are committed to serving communities across Alabama through charitable programs.
Energizers lend their support to schools, hospitals, libraries and numerous nonprofit organizations. More than 1,100 members work through 11 local chapters across the state, contributing an average of 34,600 volunteer hours a year.
For more information regarding volunteerism with Alabama Power Company, please contact Charitable Giving (205) 257-2508 or contact us by e-mail: APSO or Energizers.
Protecting Our Environment
Lakes & Recreation
Our lake operations balance needs ranging from recreation to energy production to habitat protection.
Renew Our Rivers
Renew Our Rivers began in 2000 as a community river cleanup organized by Alabama Power employees. Today, it is one of the nation’s largest river cleanups. With the help of local community partners, volunteers and organizations, Alabama Power has coordinated more than 104,000 volunteers and removed more than 13.5 million pounds of trash from Alabama waterways.