Here for the DMV
For more than 175 years, Washington Gas has worked hand-in-hand with a wide range of community partners to strengthen the region we serve.
Our Impact
At Washington Gas, our role as a local energy provider goes beyond delivering safe, reliable service. We are committed to investing in the strength and well-being of the communities we serve.
$1.2M*
In donations and sponsorships
Through our Community Investment Fund, we partner with local organizations to address pressing needs and support long-term community resilience. By focusing on what matters most here in the DMV, we help contribute to a brighter future for our region.
77
Community organizations
Our commitment extends beyond corporate giving. Through our Energy for Good program, we support employee involvement in the causes they care about, creating meaningful opportunities to give back through volunteering across the DMV.
2,120
Volunteer hours
We amplify employee impact by matching donations through our open-choice platform and recognizing those who give their time. This helps ensure our support reaches the diverse passions and priorities of our team.
139K
In employee giving and matching
Focus Areas
Washington Gas supports local community organizations across the DMV with a focus on four priority areas:
Access & Opportunity
Access to essential resources is the foundation of a thriving community.
We invest in programs that support basic needs, including safe housing, nutritious food, and reliable utilities, so individuals and families can pursue education, employment, and long-term stability.
Safe Communities
Safety is a core value in everything we do, from delivering reliable energy to investing in programs that protect and strengthen the neighborhoods we serve.
We support first responders, emergency assistance, safety education, disaster preparedness programs, and community safety initiatives that enhance the resilience of the communities we serve.
Environmental Stewardship
Environmental stewardship is essential to our communities and our business.
We invest in initiatives that promote energy efficiency and conservation, protect local green spaces and biodiversity, and expand environmental education to inspire community awareness and action.
Community Connections
Vibrant communities are built through connection, shared experiences, and opportunities for people to come together.
We support programs and events that bring people together, celebrate the DMV’s diverse communities, encourage active living, and foster inclusive engagement across the neighborhoods we serve.
Feature Stories:
Washington Gas Partners with Food Banks
Washington Gas is proud to announce partnerships with four leading nonprofit organizations — Capital Area Food Bank, Manna Food Center, Project GiveBack, and East River Family Strengthening Collaborative — to combat rising food insecurity in the DMV. Donations to these organizations will fund nearly 300,000 meals for families in need.
A Few of Our DMV Partners
How to Apply
The Washington Gas Community Investment Fund formally requests proposals through two cycles each year, allowing us to thoughtfully review requests and align support with the most pressing needs across the DMV.
Where possible, we welcome proposals that offer opportunities for employee volunteer engagement or partnerships and provide ways for Washinton Gas to help amplify a non-profit’s impact.
Spring Grant Cycle
Call for proposals: February 12, 2026
Applications due: April 1, 2026
Grant notifications: By May 15, 2026
Fall Grant Cycle
Call for proposals: August 3, 2026
Applications due: September 1, 2026
Grant notifications: By October 15, 2026
In addition to our scheduled grant cycles, we recognize that urgent needs can arise. Flexible support is also available for organizations with a time-sensitive request or those responding to unforeseen or immediate community challenges. To discuss submitting a request outside of a formal grant round, please reach out to community.investment@washgas.com.
Eligible:
- 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations in good standing
- Service area within the Washington Gas service territory
Ineligible:
- Individuals
- Private non-operating foundations
- Organizations not determined by the IRS to be a tax-exempt public charity under 501(c)(3)
- Programs or initiatives where the primary purpose is the promotion of religious doctrine or tenets
- Elementary or secondary schools (except to provide special initiatives or programs not provided by regular school budgets)
- Political action groups
- Washington Gas will not engage in philanthropic giving to organizations which discriminate in accordance with Washington Gas’s anti-discrimination policy.
Questions? Reach out to community.investment@washgas.com
* 2025 unaudited community investment