Investing in Our Community
TEP’s dedication to service extends beyond providing safe, reliable power. For more than 130 years, we’ve remained true to our vision of improving the quality of life in the communities we serve.
TEP’s financial, in-kind and volunteer contributions have significant, measurable impact in our community. Our contributions are funded with company resources, not with customers’ rates. We focus our philanthropic investments in four specific areas:
Through our investments, we help feed the hungry; provide shelter, direction and hope for homeless teens and adults; and educate youth in science, technology, engineering and math. We also support teachers by providing school supplies, classroom grants and funding for field trips.
In the Community
Where you’ll find us in the community:
November
Nov. 21: El Tour de Tucson Expo and Fiesta at Tucson Convention Center, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Nov. 23: Sip, Swirl, Shop & Support for the Greater Green Valley Community Foundation at La Entrada de Tubac, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Nov. 23: Balloon Fest for Children's Advocacy Center at Rillito Park, 2-9 p.m.
December
Dec. 8: Walk for Kids for Ronald McDonald House of Southern Arizona, 8 a.m.
Dec. 14: Downtown Parade of Lights, 6:30 p.m.
Holiday Festivals
Nov. 29-Jan. 12: Lights Up! A Festival of Illumination at Tucson Botanical Gardens
Dec. 5-Jan. 5: Zoo Lights: Holiday Magic at Reid Park Zoo. See our booth and ride energy bikes on Dec. 6, 7, 14 and 15.
Dec. 6-22: Tohono Chul Holiday Nights, Thursdays through Sundays. See our booth and ride energy bikes on Dec. 22.
Dec. 14-28: Winterhaven Festival of Lights. Stop by our booth and ride energy bikes on Dec. 14, 15, 21 and 22.
Event participation subject to change.
Our 2023 Community Impact: By the Numbers
We improve the quality of life for the elderly, disabled and those with limited incomes by funding critical home repairs that increase their safety and comfort while reducing their energy bills.
We help protect Arizona’s delicate desert ecosystem by working with environmental and wildlife groups to eradicate invasive buffelgrass and to provide safe nesting sites and veterinary care for birds of prey. We also give students the opportunity to explore science and the environment in their natural world.
These are just a few examples of our commitment to community engagement. Join us in our efforts!
, serving on boards and volunteering for events. Their passion for giving back is shared by many TEP employees. Together with the family members and friends who join them at our Community Action Team’s events, our employees typically volunteer more than 20,000 hours per year!
TEP directs the majority of our funding and resources to nonprofit partners whose projects align with our three philanthropic focus areas. We also assist nonprofit groups supported by an engaged employee volunteer.
Customer Assistance
In addition to our philanthropic efforts, we provide several Customer Assistance programs. If you or someone you know is having difficulty paying utility bills or needs assistance with making energy efficiency improvements, TEP can help. We offer discounts for customers with limited incomes, payment extension plans and weatherization assistance to those who qualify.
