Lake Village, Ind. – Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO), with support from the NiSource Charitable Foundation, is mobilizing resources to assist with relief and recovery efforts in Lake Village following last week’s devastating storm, which caused two fatalities and significant property damage across the region.
To support impacted families and communities, NIPSCO and the NiSource Charitable Foundation are providing a $25,000 grant to establish the Lake Village Recovery Fund. In addition, NIPSCO employees will spend a day volunteering in the community, a day of clean-up efforts alongside local responders.
“The families affected by this storm are not just our customers – for many of us, they are our friends and neighbors who are suddenly enduring circumstances that will change their lives forever,” said Vince Parisi, President and COO, NIPSCO. “Northwest Indiana communities are resilient and deeply connected, and we have a responsibility to come together to support one another.”
The Jasper Newton Foundation will administer the Lake Village Recovery Fund in partnership with the United Way of Northwest Indiana to distribute support to families most in need.
“This support from NIPSCO and the NiSource Charitable Foundation is critical and will make a meaningful difference in our tornado relief efforts,” said Matthew Vandrunen, EMA Director, Newton County, IN. “Strong partnerships like this are essential during times of crisis, and we are grateful for their commitment to helping us recover and rebuild stronger than before.”
Anyone who wishes to support the Fund can contribute at: www.jaspernewtonfoundation.org/givenow/ or call the Jasper Newton Foundation at 219-866-5899.
NIPSCO employee volunteers will gather on Wednesday at 8 a.m. CST at LaSalle Fish & Wildlife Area in Lake Village before dispersing throughout the community to help first responders and relief workers clear brush and debris.
