LifeSpan Receives $10,000 Transportation Grant from Duke Energy

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LifeSpan Resources, a local nonprofit in New Albany, Indiana that provides services for elderly and disabled individuals, has received a $10,000 grant from Duke Energy to help cover transportation costs for its clients. The funding comes as fuel prices have been rising nationally, putting a strain on LifeSpan's ability to deliver critical services.

Why it matters

Access to transportation is a major challenge for many elderly and disabled people, especially those with limited incomes. This grant will help LifeSpan continue providing vital transportation services to its vulnerable clients during a period of high fuel costs that have impacted budgets across the nonprofit sector.

The details

The $10,000 grant from Duke Energy will be used by LifeSpan to directly offset the rising fuel expenses associated with transporting clients to medical appointments, grocery stores, and other essential destinations. LifeSpan operates a fleet of vehicles to provide this transportation service, which is a core part of the organization's mission to help seniors and disabled individuals live independently in their homes.

• The grant was awarded to LifeSpan on April 1, 2026.