Electricity shut-off notice: help Joaquim pay $250

The electricity account is 2 months behind. Joaquim received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on August unless $250 is paid. He had never been late before losing my job in May. Joaquim called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $45 first, which isn't available. The household includes a newborn, and going through winter without electricity isn't safe. The children would have no light to study by. Joaquim is working on getting back on his feet, and wants to pay it forward once steady. Every dollar goes to the account in Joaquim's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates. Where the $250 goes: • Heating arrears: $120 • Reconnection and late fees: $45 • Down payment on a payment plan: $85 Glad we found this place. - Manoel