WALB Reports Help is Available for Seniors in Need of Assistance with their Energy Bill

REPORTING FROM ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - 

With the recent hot temperatures across the state, Georgia Power is reminding customers the company offers energy assistance programs to those in need of help paying or reducing their monthly energy bill.

The company has established partnerships with nonprofits, community and faith-based organizations to assist income-qualifying customers with their energy costs.

People over 65 who qualify can receive help from Georgia Power under the Senior Citizen Discount.

The Salvation Army’s Project Share that Georgia Power has a partnership with can also help customers with their energy bills.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Georgia Power is working with the Georgia Department of Community Affairs to connect landlords and tenants with assistance offered through the Georgia Rental Assistance program. Visit www.georgiarentalassistance.ga.gov to apply online. *Conditions and restrictions apply.

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501(c)(3) organizations can apply for a Georgia Power grant. 

Our charitable giving management coordinates our company’s efforts to give back to the communities we serve. Strong preference is given to Georgia-based organizations and programs that seek to improve the quality of life for the state's residents.