Tag: CES Cares
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“Sounds pretty fun to me”: Granting Everett’s wish at CES Connect 2026
Since 1980, Make-A-Wish® has been giving sparks of strength and hope to children with critical illnesses. Through the support of volunteers, donors, and partners like City Electric Supply (CES), a wish is granted somewhere in the United States and its territories every 33 minutes. At CES Connect…
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Continuing the mission with St. Jude
For nearly a decade, City Electric Supply (CES) District Manager Shawn Odom has partnered with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in the Charlotte, North Carolina area, providing essential supplies for brand-new homes to help raise money for children with cancer and other life-threatening…
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Rincon, Georgia community shows up to rebuild elderly woman’s home
From the moment Shanna Smith, deputy director of Effingham Emergency Management Agency (EEMA) stepped into Peggy Rouse’s home, she knew the situation was serious. A tree was entering the house from the roof, water was seeping inside, and the walls were covered in black mold. “I was in complete…
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Supporting children entering foster care with Isaiah 117 House
For a child entering foster care, everything changes in an instant. According to the Associated Press (AP), when traditional placements are unavailable — such as licensed foster homes, kinship care with relatives, or residential group homes — children in the foster care system can be housed in…
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Sending care to soldiers overseas
“People show that they care when they support others who are in need,” said CES Cares Social Impact Manager Karen Gray. City Electric Supply (CES) is committed to inspiring positive change in local communities, which includes giving back to the people who serve our country. CES Cares, the impact…
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Partnering with Wounded Warrior Project to support veterans
Veterans who have served our country are a pivotal part of the population. In 2023, the Census Bureau report included 15.8 million people who identified as veterans; over a third of that number (4.4 million) have served in the post-9/11 era. City Electric Supply (CES) is proud to partner with…
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The ripple effect of giving: Hurricane Helene’s aftermath
When Hurricane Helene struck in September 2024, neighbors didn’t wait to be asked for help — they simply showed up. Then, when a Facebook video capturing early acts of kindness spread online, people from across the country joined in. From Michigan to North Carolina and beyond, hundreds of people…
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Winners announced: Meet the 2025 Brighter Future Scholarship winners
Every aspiring electrician’s journey starts with a dream, but it takes dedication, support, and the right tools to bring that dream to life. Programs like City Electric Supply’s Brighter Future Scholarship help make the path a little easier by providing financial support and essential tools to…
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City Electric Supply raises over $2 million for Make-A-Wish®
We’re proud to share that City Electric Supply (CES) has achieved an incredible milestone in our mission of granting life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses throughout North America: we’ve raised more than $2 million for Make-A-Wish®! “We’d like to thank our team members and…
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Get into the spirit of giving with CES Cares!
With Thanksgiving just around the corner and Yuletide carols already in the air, CES Cares — the social impact division of City Electric Supply (CES) — is encouraging everyone to get into the holiday spirit by giving back! In our mission to help local communities and nonprofit organizations…
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Episode 71 | Wishes come true
Make-A-Wish® has been giving sparks of strength and hope to children living with critical illnesses since 1980. Through the support of volunteers, donors, and partners like City Electric Supply (CES), a wish in the U.S. is granted every 33 minutes. Among thousands of wish stories are those of wish…
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Top 6 tips for fundraising success
Everyone wants to give back to those in need, but the first question often is, “How?” The social impact division of City Electric Supply (CES), CES Cares, is dedicated to helping team members embark on this journey. Our branch teams and supporting departments have worked tirelessly to raise money…
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