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Jersey Central Power & Light Presents $5000 Grant to United Way of Morris County for Mentor Training Program from FirstEnergy Foundation

October 27, 2006 – Morristown, NJ –The FirstEnergy Foundation has provided a $5,000 grant to United Way of Morris County's Mentor Training and Consulting Center.  The FirstEnergy Foundation is funded solely by FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE), parent company of Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L).

The Mentor Training and Consulting Center helps fill volunteer mentoring opportunities in local social service agencies as well as schools, religious organizations and neighborhoods. On-site training also is offered for local corporations.  Mentor Training classes teach participants the basics of mentoring.  Upon completion of training the students are given information on agencies within Morris County that offer mentoring programs.  The Center also serves to increase public awareness and understanding of mentoring, including its needs and benefits.

"The need for mentors is clear," said Everton Scott, JCP&L area manager. "They help teenagers move into adulthood; tutor in a variety of subjects; and give direction to so many individuals in need.  We are pleased to support United Way of Morris County's efforts."

United Way of Morris County is dedicated to building a stronger community by uniting individuals and institutions to create long-term sustainable solutions to issues affecting everyone.

The FirstEnergy Foundation provides support to non-profit, tax exempt health and human services agencies; educational organizations; cultural and arts programs and institutions; and civic groups in areas served by FirstEnergy's seven electric operating companies and in areas where the company has facilities.  Foundation contributions support programs and initiatives that help ensure the safety and health of the community, promote economic development, advance professional development, and support employee involvement and investment.

Jersey Central Power & Light serves 1.1 million customers in 13 New Jersey counties.

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