APS Project SHARE utility bill assistance

Using donations from a wide variety of sources, Project SHARE from APS is one ways for customers to get assistance with their utility bills. The company works with partners on collecting contributions and processing applications, and the goal is to prevent as many disconnections as possible.

The money is raised from a number of places. Not only do customers contribute, as it provides them a way to give back to the less fortunate, but APS will also help out as well. Their employees will often donate some money to Project SHARE, and this includes both management and even hourly employees. Not only that, but the company will often match some or all of the donations raised from the community. This is just one of the resources available, and struggling customers can also explore many other programs.

APS customers facing a short term crisis can apply for assistance from Project SHARE. The company will prioritize those customers with an emergency, and not people in ongoing poverty. So maybe a family has a medical emergency, or a short term reduction in their income. These are some of the primary recipients of funds from Project SHARE.

Funds can be used for all sorts of expenses, whether it is electric, gas, or heating costs. So it runs year round and applications are constantly being accepted and processed by the energy provider. Of course, as noted, it does rely on donations, so only a small number of requests will be fulfilled before the program runs out of money.

Criteria for Project SHARE

APS has many rules and conditions in place. The customer needs to be facing some form of one time financial hardship or crisis. This is required if the applicant is under the age of 60.

 

 

 

 

However, APS also assists households that would be at a significant risk if they were to lose their power. So this may include a home with a disabled member or a senior citizen. Also, some families with young children may also receive priority when it comes to applying for assistance from Project SHARE.

To apply, call APS in Arizona at 602-371-7171. Individuals will be referred to a local application site, and documentation on income, hardship, and family members will be required. The funds are limited as it is a donation program.

More money is always needed. Anyone can contribute to APS Project SHARE, and the money will stay local. Most people will also receive some type of deduction on their income taxes when they donate, so there are tax benefits as well.

The process can be either to make a one time contribution, or it can be done on a recurring monthly basis. Also, people can adjust the amount of frequency on their donation as well at any time, and even cancel it. Not only that, but APS will often match the funds. For more information, call 602-371-7171.