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What is the PSEG Dollars for Doers program? Each year, PSEG's Dollars for Doers program provides $250 grants to nonprofit organizations on behalf of our employee volunteers. Grants are awarded based on the first 200 qualified applications in a calendar year. (Back to Top)
When can I apply? Applications are usually available in the first quarter and must be received by December 1. (Back to Top)
Who is eligible to participate? PSEG permanent full - or part-time employees with at least 3 months of continuous company service. (Back to Top)
How many grants I am eligible for? You are eligible to receive a maximum of two grants per calendar year. (Back to Top)
Can a team apply? Yes, a team can apply. The team must elect one person as the team leader. This person is responsible for applying online for the grant.
**Please note: If you apply as a team leader it will count against one of your two grants allowed per year, and not against that of another PSEG employee on your team. If another PSEG member of your team does not qualify to apply for two or more grants for other organizations and you do, it is recommended that you make them the team leader.** (Back to Top)
What are the individual volunteer criteria? Volunteer activities must be in addition to and completely separate from job responsibilities. You must be an established, active, non-compensated volunteer at your organization. You must provide a minimum of 50 hours of service per year to your organization. A maximum of 2 grants per employee will be awarded in a calendar year. (Back to Top)
What are the team volunteer criteria? At least 50 hours of service, collectively, must be provided by PSEG employees. Family and friends may also participate. However, at least 2 team members must be employees. There is no minimum hours requirement for other team members who are not employees (family, friends, etc.). Provide a team name and a one-sentence description of the team’s volunteer activities. (Back to Top)
What are the organization criteria? The organization must be recognized by the internal revenue service as tax-exempt, and designated as a public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service Code. The organization may receive no more than one grant per employee and no more than three grants per calendar year. The following types of organization are not eligible: technical, professional, and those that are primarily religious, political, fraternal, social, or hobby/recreation-oriented. (Back to Top)
How do I submit a request? The easiest way to apply is online.
You can also mail a completed form to:
PSEG Dollars for Doers Grant Program
P.O. Box 2248
Princeton, NJ 08543-2248
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Where can I find blank forms?
- Application Form
- You can also request a form by calling toll-free 1-866-877-1028.
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Whom should I contact with questions regarding this program, including the status of my application? You can call, write or e-mail:
PSEG Employee Giving Programs
P.O. Box 2248
Princeton, NJ 08543-2248
Phone: 1-866-877-1028
Fax: 1-609-799-8019
Email: pseg@easymatch.com
**Please note: If you have submitted an application as a PSEG team and wish to verify the status of the application, please be aware that the team leader is the only person who will have this authorization.**
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When will the nonprofit organization receive the contribution? Grants are mailed quarterly. The schedule is:
Forms Received by
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Donations Paid
On or About
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March 31
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April 30
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June 30
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July 31
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September 30
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October 31
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December 31
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January 31
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How will the nonprofit organization know if the application is rejected? A letter will be sent to the organization with the volunteer's name and explanation of rejection. Also, a letter will be sent to the volunteer with the organization's name and explanation of rejection. This process will be done by email if an address is provided. (Back to Top)
What is a 501(c)(3)? A 501 (c)(3) is a section of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Code, which establishes the criteria for tax-exempt charitable organizations. (Back to Top)
What is an EIN? An EIN (Employer Identification Number) is a unique nine-digit identification number that IRS assigns to an organization upon filing with the Department of the Treasury. (Back to Top)
Where can I find the organization’s Employer Identification Number (EIN)? The easiest way to obtain the organization's EIN number is to call the organization directly. (Back to Top)
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