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Don't let Jose's family go through summer without electricity and water

Help Jose cover an overdue electricity and water bill so the household stays safe this summer.

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Jose R. McDonald
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San Diego
The electricity and water account is 3 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on June unless I pay $1,000. I have never been late before my partner leaving the household. I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $60 first, which I don't have. I live with two young children, and going through summer without electricity and water isn't safe. The children would have no light to study by. I'm working on getting back on my feet, and will pay forward whatever help I can once I'm steady. The money will go directly to the utility provider, and I'll post the paid statement here. Where the $1,000 goes: • Water arrears: $590 • Reconnection and late fees: $95 • Down payment on a payment plan: $315 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
due date
2026-06-20
bill type
Utility arrears
#utilities#shut-off#urgent#emergency

Updates from Jose

  1. Update from San Diego: I met with the utility company and confirmed the amounts. We're at 44% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  2. Update from San Diego: the plan for reconnection and late fees is now scheduled. We're at 38% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  3. We're at 17% thanks to 5 of you. the plan for reconnection and late fees is now scheduled. More news soon.

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  • Ifeoma Favour Yakubu

    Best of luck, Jose. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps

    • Cameron Yates

      Good luck. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Please keep us posted.

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