“For more than 100 years, our commitment to our customers has gone far beyond providing affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions; it also means being part of a vibrant, thriving community poised for the future. Our community impact is not only important, it’s core to who we are here at AES Indiana.”
Brandi Davis-Handy, President of AES Indiana
Powering iconic moments in 2024
AES Indiana is dedicated to improving lives and making a difference by empowering communities, amplifying impact and driving sustainable growth where we live, work and play.
AES Indiana does not pass on the cost of its community investments or advertising to customers.
2024 by the numbers:
Total investment dollars: $2.1 million
Percentage of total investments
Empowering communities
AES Indiana is focused on building long-term and strategic partnerships that fuel economic resilience and empower the communities where we live, work, and play.
Downtown Indy, Inc.
AES Indiana has partnered with Downtown Indy, Inc. on various events and initiatives for many years, including the title sponsorship of AES Indiana Coloring Contest for the annual Circle of Lights holiday celebration. Learn more.
AES 500 Festival Parade
The AES 500 Festival Parade is one of the largest parades in the country and fills the streets of Downtown Indianapolis the day before the Indianapolis 500. AES Indiana has had a float every year since its inception in 1957. Learn more.
Petersburg Community Center
AES Indiana committed a $100,000 donation in 2024 to support the construction of the new Petersburg Community Center in downtown Petersburg. Learn more.
Window lights
AES Indiana’s building on Monument Circle lights up the night sky with LED window lights that promote meaningful community organizations and events all year long. Learn more.
Amplifying impact
In addition to our financial investments, AES Indiana also commits our time, talents, and resources to help our customers and communities thrive.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana
Big Futures, presented by AES Indiana, offers over 400 high school aged Littles a series of opportunities focused on the school-to-workforce pipeline. Learn more.
Dress for Success Indianapolis
Dress for Success Indianapolis provides women in transition with programs, support, and network to guide women toward economic independence. Learn more.
Customer assistance
AES Indiana cares about its customers and offers programs designed to help put forward a hand-up during a time of need. Learn more.
Day in the Parks
AES Indiana celebrated its 14th annual Day in the Parks and kicked off the first of a two-year commitment to beautify Garfield Park, the city’s oldest park. Learn more.
JA Job Spark
JA JobSpark is a hands-on career expo designed to introduce 10,000 eighth-grade students to a variety of career paths. Learn more.
Sustainable growth
Our community investments focus on long-term benefits. We want to help create a vibrant, artistic, and culturally rich community.
BUTTER
For the fourth year in a row, AES Indiana was the title sponsor of BUTTER, produced by GANGGANG, a cultural development firm that activates the creative economy to center beauty, equity, and culture to bring people together. Learn more.
Project GreenSpace
Since 2006, AES Indiana has invested in AES Indiana Project GreenSpace, a program that transforms vacant lots into functional community spaces. Learn more.
AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration
For a decade, AES Indiana has continued its support of Indianapolis’ annual holiday tradition, AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration. Learn more.