Utility will match donations 2-for-1

You can triple your commitment to helping your neighbors stay warm and healthy this winter by pitching in with Pacific Power. The company will match every $1 you donate to HEAT Oregon with $2 more.

Last year, Pacific Power’s donations helped nearly 3,700 households in need throughout Oregon including 4561 children, 1,288 seniors and 1,096 people with disabilities. This year, Pacific Power’s 2-for-1 match will continue up to $144,000.

“The 2-for-1 match will help our neighbors in a simple and direct way. We’re privileged to work together with HEAT Oregon, as we have since 1993, to help people as much as we can,” said Pat Reiten, president and CEO of Pacific Power.

Pacific Power customers receiving bills by mail get a HEAT Oregon contribution envelope and can use it to send a tax-deductible contribution. Customers paying bills online can send a check or enroll in the fixed donation program. This program allows customers to donate as little as $1 per month, which is then incorporated into their monthly bill. Fixed donations will also be matched 2-for-1. To enroll in the fixed donation program, call Pacific Power toll-free at 1-888-221-7070 .

HEAT Oregon verifies eligibility and allocates funds to those in need. All funds donated assist families in need from the same county in which the donor resides.

Customers needing bill assistance themselves can talk with Pacific Power representatives who can set up individual payment plans or direct customers to agencies that may be able to help. Pacific Power’s customer service number is 1-888-221-7070 .