COMMUNITY PARTNERS & RECOGNITIONS

• AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
  The nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke.
• ARBOR DAY FOUNDATION
  The largest nonprofit membership organization dedicated to planting trees, with over one million members, supporters, and valued partners.
• BUSINESS ROUNDTABLE
  An association of chief executive officers of leading U.S. companies working to promote sound public policy and a thriving U.S. economy.
• EDISON ELECTRIC INSTITUTE
  The association representing all U.S. investor-owned electric companies. Members provide electricity for 220 million Americans throughout all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
• ELECTRIC HIGHWAY COALITION
  A partnership among 14 U.S. utilities to create a seamless network of rapid electric vehicle charging stations connecting major highway systems, stretching from the Atlantic Coast through the Midwest, South and into the Gulf and Central Plains regions.
• GRIDWISE ALLIANCE
  The leading industry coalition advocating for the modernization of our nation’s electric system.
• IEEE – THE INSTITUTE OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERS
  The IEEE is the world’s largest professional association advancing innovation and technological excellence for the benefit of humanity and is the trusted “voice” for engineering, computing and technology information around the globe.
• KEYSTONE ENERGY BOARD
  For more than 20 years, The Keystone Energy Board has provided a one-of-a-kind forum for energy leaders to discuss and debate timely energy and environmental issues; explore opportunities for improved policy-making in the public and private sectors; and share perspectives with other senior energy leaders working in critical areas.
• U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
  A bureau within the Department of the Interior working to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife and plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people.
• THE NATURE CONSERVANCY
  The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working
  around the world to protect ecologically important lands and waters for nature 
  and people.
• NERC – NORTH AMERICAN RELIABILITY CORPORATION
  North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) is a not-for-profit international regulatory authority whose mission is to assure the reliability of the bulk power system in North America.
• NORTH AMERICAN TRANSMISSION FORUM – NATF
  The North American Transmission Forum (NATF) is built on the principle that the
  open and candid exchange of information among its members is the key to 
  improving the reliability of the transmission systems in the U.S. and Canada.
• WILDLIFE HABITAT COUNCIL
  National organization working to promote and certify habitat conservation and management on working lands through partnerships and education.
• WIRES
  WIRES is a non-profit working group and the voice of electric transmission owners, investors, and customers in the North American energy market.

ITC MICHIGAN

• CITIZENS RESEARCH COUNCIL OF MICHIGAN – The Citizens Research Council of Michigan (CRC) is a nonprofit public affairs research organization. CRC is noted for the accuracy and objectivity of its research. Its goal is to promote the development of informed public policy at all levels of Michigan government through the delivery of factual and unbiased analysis of the most critical issues pertinent to state and local government.
• CRANBROOK INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE – With more than 200,000 visitors each year, the Cranbrook Institute of Science is one of the region’s best known museums of natural history.
• DETROIT ECONOMIC CLUB – The Detroit Economic Club is a non-partisan, nonprofit organization. With more than 3,000 members, it is one of the country’s most prominent venues to explore issues that will help shape the dynamic 21st century economic environment.
• DETROIT PUBLIC TELEVISION – Detroit Public TV is nonprofit organization, notably active in the community producing local programs that showcase arts, culture, news analysis and physical activity; and outreach campaigns that use the power of media to provide knowledge and understanding.
• DETROIT REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE – The Detroit Regional Chamber is a well-connected and influential force powering the economy for Southeast Michigan. Serving the business community for more than 100 years, the Detroit Regional Chamber is one of the oldest, largest and most respected chambers of commerce in the country.
• ECONOMIC CLUB OF GRAND RAPIDS – The Economic Club of Grand Rapids is an association of individuals interested in, and contributing to, the growing economic health of the Grand Rapids metropolitan area. Its mission is to promote an interest in, and enlighten its membership on, important governmental, economic, and social issues.
• FOCUS: HOPE – Focus: HOPE is a nationally recognized civil and human rights organization in Detroit. Focus: HOPE has developed numerous programs in its efforts to overcome racism, poverty and injustice, including food, career training, and community development programs.
• GRAND RAPIDS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE – The Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce in the premier business membership organization in West Michigan with more than 2,700 member businesses. They focus on connecting businesses to the people and resources, advocating for policies and practices that save money and lead to job creation, developing strong leaders, building a diverse workforce, and shaping a community where business can grow and everyone is welcome.
• INFORUM – Inforum is the leading professional organization focused on creating strategic connections and accelerating careers for women throughout Michigan and the Midwest. Inforum has offices in Detroit and Grand Rapids with operations in Kalamazoo, Lansing and Saginaw. Inforum was founded as the Women’s Economic Club in 1962.
• JUDSON CENTER – Since 1924, the Judson Center has evolved into a comprehensive, multi-faceted, community based human service center – one that has been nationally recognized for fostering independence through innovative programs, and for empowering children of all ages and their families to live the best lives possible.
• LAWRENCE TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY – Lawrence Technological University focuses on “Theory and Practice” – taking abstract ideas into the real world to solve tomorrow’s problems. Its students and alumni have gone on to design and engineer the tools, buildings, and products that helped define their generations.
• LEGACY LAND CONSERVATION CONSERVANCY – Legacy Land Conservancy is a 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to protects forests, prairies, farms, wetlands and waters – today and forever. Legacy is nationally recognized for conservation excellence.
• METROPOLITAN AFFAIRS COALITION – The Metropolitan Affairs Coalition (MAC) is a non-profit public/private partnership dedicated to enhancing the economic vitality and quality of life in Southeast Michigan. MAC works closely with its partner organization, SEMCOG, the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments.
• MICHIGAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE – As Michigan’s leading statewide business advocacy organization, the Michigan Chamber is the unified voice of approximately 6,800 member employers, trade associations and local chambers of commerce in all 83 counties of the state.
• MEDC – The Michigan Economic Development Corporation is a public-private partnership serving as the state’s marketing arm and lead agency for business, talent and jobs, tourism, film and digital incentives, arts and cultural grants, and overall economic growth. MEDC offers a number of business assistance services and capital programs for business attraction and acceleration, economic gardening, entrepreneurship, strategic partnerships, talent enhancement and urban and community development.
• MICHIGAN SCIENCE CENTER – The Michigan Science Center (Mi-Sci) is a dynamic hands-on museum that offers programs that inspire children and their families to discover, explore and appreciate science, technology and math in a fun, dynamic learning environment.
• NOVI PARKS FOUNDATION – The Novi Parks Foundation’s mission is to enhance the recreational, educational and cultural life of the Novi community by encouraging and soliciting support for Novi Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services.
• RAINBOW CONNECTION
  A Michigan-based nonprofit organization working to make dreams come true for children with life-threatening illnesses.
• ST. JOHN PROVIDENCE HEALTH SYSTEM FOUNDATIONS – St. John Providence Health System Foundations is dedicated to the healing mission of St. John Providence Health System. The Foundation coordinates fundraising for the health system, its entities and programs, and offers ways to invest in our medical excellence and the future health of the community.
• SPECIAL OLYMPICS OF MICHIGAN – Special Olympics Michigan provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for all children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
• THE HEAT AND WARMTH FUND – The Heat and Warmth Fund (THAW), is an independent non-profit 501(c)(3) agency that provides low-income individuals and families with emergency energy assistance and advocates for long-term energy solutions.

ITC MIDWEST

• CEDAR RAPIDS FREEDOM FESTIVAL – Each year thousands of Eastern Iowa residents and visitors join together to celebrate our nation’s birthday by enjoying the Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival. The Freedom Festival begins in June and culminates with the annual Celebration of Freedom Fireworks on July 4th.
• CEDAR RAPIDS METRO ECONOMIC ALLIANCE – The Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance combines the economic and community development efforts of the former Cedar Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce, Cedar Rapids Downtown District and Priority One. It strives to be the top economic growth region in the country through its core functions of business support, economic development, community development and public policy.
• CEDAR RAPIDS YMCA – The cedar Rapids YMCA serves Linn County with healthy living programs and facilities.
• CEDAR VALLEY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY – Cedar Valley Habitat for Humanity is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry dedicated to building and rehabilitating simple, decent, and affordable homes in partnership with families in need in Linn and Benton counties.
• GREATER CEDAR RAPIDS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION – The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation creates opportunities for the nonprofit community through their grants and through the Linn County Nonprofit Resource Center.
• HAWKEYE AREA COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM – Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc. (HACAP) is one of 18 Iowa community action agencies, providing flexible and adaptive programs and services that work toward removing barriers to self-sufficiency while maintaining a person’s dignity. HACAP provides service in Benton, Iowa, Johnson, Jones, Linn and Washington Counties.
• HORIZONS, A FAMILY SERVICE ALLIANCE – Horizons, A Family Service Alliance is dedicated to providing opportunities for human development in order to improve the quality of individual and family lives. Headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Horizons provides a variety of human services across East-Central Iowa including mental health, financial counseling and Meals on Wheels programs.
• IOWA ASSOCIATION OF BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY – The Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) is a broad-based organization of Iowa businesses working together to promote Iowa commerce. ABI has over 1,400 business members that employ over 300,000 Iowans.
• IOWA LAKES CORRIDOR DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION – The Iowa Lakes Corridor Development Corporation is the regional economic development agency for Buena Vista, Clay, Dickinson and Emmet Counties.
• IOWA NATURAL HERITAGE FOUNDATION – The Iowa NaturalHeritage Foundation, a statewide private nonprofit conservation organization, protects priority lands, connects natural landscapes and natural corridors, restores natural areas, and engages Iowans with its natural heritage.
• IOWA WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION – IWEA was incorporated January 1, 2008 as a 501 (c) 6 non-profit corporation with the intent of supporting the growth of the wind industry in Iowa. IWEA has more than 150 members representing all aspects of the wind industry.
• LINN COUNTY CONSERVATION BOARD – Linn County Conservation Department offers parks, natural areas, preserves,historic sites, wetlands, and many educational and recreational opportunities. The Linn County Conservation Board has acquired a total of 27 areas and approximately 7,000 acres as places to get away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and recreate in the outdoors.
• MINNESOTA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE – The Minnesota Chamber of Commerce is the state’s largest and premier business organization, representing more than 2,400 businesses of all types and sizes across Minnesota. The Chamber works to make Minnesota a better place for businesses to locate, stay and grow.The Minnesota Chamber excels at offering private-sector solutions to public-sector problems.The Minnesota Chamber excels at offering private-sector solutions to public-sector problems.
• TREES FOREVER – Trees Forever is a nonprofit organization headquartered in Marion, Iowa, that connects people to the environment through the planting and care of trees, prairie, and other natural areas.

• U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
  SF6 Emissions Reduction Team Leadership Award
• U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
  Invasive species control partnership
• Wildlife Habitat Council
  Wildlife at Work habitat conservation certification
• Tree Line USA Award
  ITC’s operating entities ITC Midwest, ITCTransmission and METC® are proud to be recognized as a Tree Line USA utilities, in partnership with The Arbor Day Foundation, who encourages thoughtful practices that help preserve community trees while also serving a utility company’s customers. This drawing demonstrates effective planting, placing the right tree in the right place. Trees properly placed can reduce reliability and safety challenges for electric transmission facilities, reduce tree mortality, and result in healthier community forests.

ITC MIDWEST

• Tree Line USA Award
  ITC Midwest is proud to be recognized as a Tree Line USA utility, in partnership with The Arbor Day Foundation. This program encourages thoughtful practices that help preserve community trees while also serving a utility company’s customers.
• Governor’s Iowa Environmental Excellence Award
  ITC Midwest earned the Governor’s Iowa Environmental Excellence Award in recognition of the company’s habitat restoration efforts in its transmission corridors. These are the premier environmental honors in Iowa, recognizing leadership and innovation in the protection of Iowa’s natural resources. ITC Midwest’s habitat restoration efforts include targeting invasive species for removal, promoting the establishment of native short woody plants that are naturally compatible with required line clearances, and modifying vegetation management techniques to minimize impacts to rare species.
• Ducks Unlimited Life Sponsor Award
  Ducks Unlimited has recognized ITC Midwest with its Life Sponsor award in appreciation for our contribution to waterfowl conservation and to other wildlife on the Living Lakes landscape of Minnesota and Iowa. ITC partnered with Ducks Unlimited and Fox Lake Conservation League in restoring 309 acres of prairie habitat containing five wetlands.