On Oct. 12, the Zionsville Parks Foundation, Zionsville Parks and Recreation Department and Duke Energy Foundation held a ribbon cutting for the new 1.8-acre pollinator meadows at the Zionsville Golf Course.
Zionsville received a $14,970 Duke Energy Foundation nature grant as part of Duke Energy’s program to support a range of environmental initiatives that help communities protect their natural resources and mitigate the effects of climate change, according to the Town of Zionsville.
Nancy Carpenter, president of the Zionsville Parks Foundation, said the project aligns with the foundation’s mission to preserve, enhance and grow green spaces in Zionsville.
“The Zionsville community is extremely grateful to the Duke Energy Foundation for their generous support in this initiative,” Carpenter said. “It not only adds beauty to our community but educates people about the importance of creating areas for pollinators and healthy habitats.”
Dagny Zupin, Duke Energy government and community relations manager, said Duke Energy is committed to supporting efforts that increase the presence of native vegetation and sustainable wildlife habitats in communities.
“The Duke Energy Foundation is proud to support this important addition to the Town of Zionsville’s Parks Department,” Zupin said.
