Each year thousands of local residents are helped thanks to the Utility Assistance Program. The program is comprised of the “Energy Assistance Fund” (EAF) and “Gas Assistance Fund” (GAF). These annual programs are funded through customer contributions which Southern California Edison and The Gas Company solicit in an annual campaign. The contributions received are then matched dollar for dollar by The Edison Company and The Gas Company.
United Way is the Administering Agency for both the EAF and GAF programs, and oversees approximately 140 disbursement agencies located in 12 counties, providing allocated amounts to the agencies, so that the funds get channeled to customers. To qualify for the assistance, customers must fall within income guidelines. The maximum assistance amount is up to $100.00 for EAF and up to $100.00 for GAF, and can be received only one-time in a 12 month period.
The 2008 GAF program funds have been depleted, and the program is now closed. The EAF / Rate Relief program is currently operating until funds have been depleted. If you need more information about the program, please call Patricia Banuelos at 213-808-6257 or email her at: pbanuelos@unitedwayla.org.
You can donate by choosing one of the following:
You may also contribute by mail at the following addresses:
United Way, Inc.
Energy Assistance Fund
File 56825
Los Angeles, California 90074-6825
United Way, Inc.
Gas Assistance Fund
File 56826
Los Angeles, California 90074-6826
For more information about emergency utility assistance, please call Patricia Banuelos at the number above.
Utility Assistance Partner Agencies
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