Atmos Energy Grants $130,000 to Mississippi Agencies for Energy Assistance
The Mississippi Division of Atmos Energy is stepping up to help families stay warm this winter by granting $130,000 to nonprofit agencies that provide critical energy assistance. These funds will support customers facing financial hardship, helping cover natural gas bills, past-due balances, deposits, and service charges.
“As part of our Fueling Safe and Thriving Communities initiative, we are committed to supporting our neighbors in need,” says Davis Gates, Atmos Energy Public Affairs Manager. “These funds allow us to partner with organizations across Mississippi to ensure families have access to reliable natural gas when they need it most.”
“As part of our Fueling Safe and Thriving Communities initiative, we are committed to supporting our neighbors in need.”
Grant Distribution:
- Bolivar County Community Action Agency – $55,000
- LIFT, Inc. (Tupelo) – $20,000
- Multi-County Community Service Agency (Meridian) – $15,000
- Salvation Army (Jackson) – $10,000
- Wesley House (Meridian) – $5,000
- AJFC Community Action Agency (Natchez) – $5,000
- Salvation Army (Greenwood) – $20,000
Elnora Littleton, Executive Director of Bolivar County Community Action Agency, expressed gratitude for the funding, stating:
“Bolivar County Community Action Agency is deeply grateful for the generous contribution Atmos Energy has given to the agency to support the mission of our program. Their willingness to assist our families weather life’s hiccups makes all the difference in the world. It has significantly impacted our ability to serve and continue the war against poverty, helping people and changing lives.”
This partnership exemplifies the power of collaboration between community action agencies and corporate partners to create lasting change and support those in need.
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