Idaho Power Project Share utility assistance.

Contributions from people and businesses in the Idaho Power service territory allow the Project Share program to operate. All of the donations raised throughout the year go towards paying utility bills. This is the companies primary charitable service and hundreds of customers receive some form of assistance each year for paying their energy bills.

The program was created in the 1990s with one goal in mind. That is to serve as a last resort for households that are either facing a crisis and/or that meet certain low income guideline. Idaho Power Project Share serves as a last resort when it comes to paying utility bills. In fact, it can sometimes help in a life or death situation; such as a frail senior citizen that is about to have their heat disconnected during her winter. The funds from the program can help avert that crisis.

Anyone that does donate should realize this. Their hard earned money will make a major difference in the local community. Another thing to keep in mind is the number as well as variety of other people that contribute. There are not only donations from members of the community, but employees, management, non-profits, and others all contribute to Idaho Power Project Share. IDACORP will even match much of what is donated.

The same thing goes to people who apply for assistance. Everyone needs to understand exactly what was done to keep this program running. There are many people taking money out of their hard earned paychecks each month in order to give back to the less fortunate. Most of the contributions come from hard working citizens who themselves may not always be in the best financial condition. However there are many people who want to give back to society, and Idaho Power Project Share provides them the means to do this.

 

 

 

 

To either donate or apply for assistance for utility bills from Idaho Power Project Share, call the number below. Or they can also call a local charity, such as the Salvation Army. The program is fairly well known and well regarded in the community. While every effort will be made to offer help to a low income family for their energy bills, some people will need to be turned down.

The program is flexible. Any dollar amount (even “pennies” from round up) can be donated. The same thing goes to financial aid paid out; each customer will be given a given amount. There are no requirements on dollar amounts, and there are no promises made to help anyone pay their utilities. It is a totally discretionary service when it comes to offering assistance as well as donations.

Partners such as the Salvation Army ensure that any “pledge” made goes the the needy for paying electric, gas, or heating bills. Also the amount of a donation is shown on the monthly bill for record keeping sake.

It was never intended to replace LIHEAP. So any struggling Idaho Power customer should apply to that program first. Only after they use up all that assistance, or if they are faced with another crisis, may Project Share assist. Even then, the amount of money paid out for heating or energy bills is very limited. But it can make a difference as every dollar helps.

For more information on either making a tax-deductible contribution, or to apply for assistance for a past due utility bill, dial the Salvation Army or a community action agency.