Winterhelp Services Now Available, High Demand Expected!

The Winterhelp program services for 2010 started on January 11, 2010 and will continue through April 30, 2010. Demand for services is predicted to increase significantly over 2009 due to energy costs and the economic downturn which is putting more families in crisis and at risk of utility disconnection.

FUNDRAISING TO MEET THE NEED

The goal for the program year is to serve 1,500+ families during the period of January through April. Winterhelp served 1,046 families during that same period for 2009.  The maximum benefit a family can receive is $250, however the average this past year was $182. To meet the increased demand requires additional community support. We ask everyone to Donate TODAY!

LG&E customers can donate through their bill and have their donations matched. Winterhelp distributes funds raised to provide services within the counties from where the contributions were made. So donating to Winterhelp is truly helping your neighbors. 

For more information about giving through your LG&E bill click here.

Community Winterhelp limits its administrative cost to 5% so that 95% of all contributions are distributed to help families in crisis.

YOUR HELP IS NEEDED!         

Donate through your LG&E bill and your contribution is matched or donate online using your credit card. 

HOW SERVICES ARE PROVIDED?

Winterhelp services are provided through its 21 service partners that include 18 Community Ministries serving residents in Jefferson County and 3 Community Action Agencies with offices in the outlying counties for residents in those areas.

Eligibility guidelines are established by the Winterhelp Board which is comprised of community partners and private representatives. 

Eligibility is determined by dire financial situation and lack of resources, leaving a family with no heat or the immediate prospect of no heat; and by a family who is elderly, very young, seriously ill or disabled. LG&E plays no part in determining eligibility. 

Families applying for assistance are interviewed by Winterhelp service partners.