TRIPLE YOUR IMPACT: PACIFIC POWER WILL MATCH YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO HEAT OREGON 2-FOR-1
News Release from Pacific Power
Posted on FlashAlert: November 5th, 2015 9:51 AM
Media Contact: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tom Gauntt, Pacific Power Nov. 5, 2015
503-813-7291
Ruth Scott, HEAT Oregon
Executive Director
503- 612-6300
Triple your impact: Pacific Power will match your contribution to HEAT Oregon 2-for-1
Contribution envelopes coming with November billings or help neighbors by arranging monthly donations online
PORTLAND, Ore - Helping your neighbors and their families stay warm just got easier. Pacific Power will match every dollar you donate to HEAT Oregon with $2 more.
"Despite recent economic recovery, 147,300 low income Oregon households pay more than half their income for rent, 25 percent more than before the recession. This leaves little for other basic needs, such as energy costs. These folks often need a hand to get through what are still lean times," said Ruth Scott, executive director of HEAT Oregon. . "Pacific Power's support of HEAT Oregon has been invaluable since HEAT Oregon began its work; bringing resources, volunteers and a love of the mission to the partnership."
Last year, Pacific Power's donations helped 1,571 households in need throughout Oregon including 1,730 children, 673 seniors and 530 people with disabilities. This year, Pacific Power's 2-for-1 match will continue up to $144,000.
Pacific Power customers who receive their bills by mail will find it includes a HEAT Oregon contribution envelope. Customers who pay their bills electronically can send a check or enroll in the fixed donation program online. This program allows customers to donate any dollar amount, starting at $1 per month, which is then incorporated into their monthly bill. Fixed donations will also be matched 2-for-1 by Pacific Power. To enroll in the fixed donation program call Pacific Power toll-free at 1-888-221-7070.
All donations are tax-deductible and are forwarded directly to HEAT Oregon, which verifies eligibility and allocates funds to those in need. All funds donated are used to assist families in need from the same county in which the donor resides.
Customers who need bill assistance themselves can talk with Pacific Power representatives who can help with payment plans that work for their individual needs or direct them to agencies that may be able to help. Pacific Power's customer service number is 1-888-221-7070.
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About Pacific Power
Pacific Power is headquartered in Portland, and provides electric service to more than 730,000 customers in Oregon, Washington and California. It is part of PacifiCorp, one of the lowest-cost electricity producers in the United States, providing 1.8 million customers with value for their energy dollar and safe, reliable electricity. For more information, visit pacificpower.net.
About HEAT Oregon
HEAT Oregon is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1989 to help low-income Oregonians become more energy self-reliant. In partnership with 32 community agencies throughout the state, HEAT Oregon's primary objective is to prevent disconnection of utility service by providing bill payment assistance to low-income households in emergency situations. To donate to, or learn more about HEAT Oregon visit www.heatoregon.org, call 503-612-6300; or write to HEAT Oregon, P.O. Box 127, Tualatin, Ore. 97062.
Tom Gauntt, Pacific Power Nov. 5, 2015
503-813-7291
Ruth Scott, HEAT Oregon
Executive Director
503- 612-6300
Triple your impact: Pacific Power will match your contribution to HEAT Oregon 2-for-1
Contribution envelopes coming with November billings or help neighbors by arranging monthly donations online
PORTLAND, Ore - Helping your neighbors and their families stay warm just got easier. Pacific Power will match every dollar you donate to HEAT Oregon with $2 more.
"Despite recent economic recovery, 147,300 low income Oregon households pay more than half their income for rent, 25 percent more than before the recession. This leaves little for other basic needs, such as energy costs. These folks often need a hand to get through what are still lean times," said Ruth Scott, executive director of HEAT Oregon. . "Pacific Power's support of HEAT Oregon has been invaluable since HEAT Oregon began its work; bringing resources, volunteers and a love of the mission to the partnership."
Last year, Pacific Power's donations helped 1,571 households in need throughout Oregon including 1,730 children, 673 seniors and 530 people with disabilities. This year, Pacific Power's 2-for-1 match will continue up to $144,000.
Pacific Power customers who receive their bills by mail will find it includes a HEAT Oregon contribution envelope. Customers who pay their bills electronically can send a check or enroll in the fixed donation program online. This program allows customers to donate any dollar amount, starting at $1 per month, which is then incorporated into their monthly bill. Fixed donations will also be matched 2-for-1 by Pacific Power. To enroll in the fixed donation program call Pacific Power toll-free at 1-888-221-7070.
All donations are tax-deductible and are forwarded directly to HEAT Oregon, which verifies eligibility and allocates funds to those in need. All funds donated are used to assist families in need from the same county in which the donor resides.
Customers who need bill assistance themselves can talk with Pacific Power representatives who can help with payment plans that work for their individual needs or direct them to agencies that may be able to help. Pacific Power's customer service number is 1-888-221-7070.
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About Pacific Power
Pacific Power is headquartered in Portland, and provides electric service to more than 730,000 customers in Oregon, Washington and California. It is part of PacifiCorp, one of the lowest-cost electricity producers in the United States, providing 1.8 million customers with value for their energy dollar and safe, reliable electricity. For more information, visit pacificpower.net.
About HEAT Oregon
HEAT Oregon is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1989 to help low-income Oregonians become more energy self-reliant. In partnership with 32 community agencies throughout the state, HEAT Oregon's primary objective is to prevent disconnection of utility service by providing bill payment assistance to low-income households in emergency situations. To donate to, or learn more about HEAT Oregon visit www.heatoregon.org, call 503-612-6300; or write to HEAT Oregon, P.O. Box 127, Tualatin, Ore. 97062.
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