The 27th Annual PECO MEAF Golf Tournament held on October 9th was a huge success—raising a record $56,000+ for PECO’s Matching Energy Assistance Program (MEAF).

Taking place on October 9th, the event drew nearly 128 golfers, who enjoyed a beautiful rain-free day of golf on the autumn-colored hills of McCall Golf Club in Upper Darby.

The Matching Energy Assistance Fund is PECO’s vehicle for assisting low-income families throughout the Greater Philadelphia area who need assistance paying their electric bills.  PECO matches all program funds dollar for dollar for each grant that is made, doubling the impact.  As a result, the $56,000 raised from the golf tournament became $112,000 for families in need.

Local agencies receiving these funds for the families they serve include the Bucks County Opportunity Council, the Community Action Agency of Delaware County, the Community Action Development Commission of Montgomery County, Mason-Dixon Cares, and UESF.

A special thanks to the event’s major sponsors, including CMC Energy, Burns & McDonnell, Sargent & Lundy and Asplundh.