By Daily Press staff
The gas company not only powers up homes but people, too. The Southern California Gas Company recently awarded a $1,000 scholarship to Jennifer Pacheco of Santa Monica to help pay her college expenses.
“The scholarship recognizes academic achievement and other important signs of character,” said Kimberly Freeman, director of community relations at the gas company. “We’re awarding scholarships to about 100 high school seniors in Southern California this year as a way of partnering with our communities and improving the quality of life for young people with high potential.”
Pacheco, who graduated from Santa Monica High School last week, played on the school’s basketball team and served as secretary of the Police Activities League. She plans to study veterinary science at the University of California at Davis.
The gas company is the nation’s largest natural gas distribution utility, providing energy to 19.5 million consumers through 5.5 million meters, according to officials. Volunteers needed for community involvement
Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on June 27, 2005. Read the original PDF.