Washington Business Journal Recognizes Pepco in 2011 Corporate Philanthropy Awards

WASHINGTON , D.C. - Today, Pepco was recognized by the Washington Business Journal (WBJ) at their 2011 Corporate Philanthropy Awards breakfast. WBJ ranked Pepco 10th in the corporate contributions category after accounting for approximately $2.2 million the company donated to organizations and initiatives in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area in 2010. Each year the WBJ honors the region's most active and inspirational companies and nonprofits who have made a difference in their communities through both financial and volunteer philanthropic work.

"It is great to be a part of a socially conscious organization working to make a difference in the communities we serve," said Debbi Jarvis, Vice President, Corporate Citizenship and Social Responsibility. "Pepco is celebrating its 115th anniversary and remains committed to its philanthropic efforts."

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Pepco, a subsidiary of Pepco Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: POM), delivers safe, reliable and affordable electric service to more than 789,000 customers in Maryland and the District of Columbia.