Heating shut-off notice: help Jiro pay $600

The heating account is 2 months behind. Jiro received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on November unless $600 is paid. He had never been late before an unexpected car repair. Jiro called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $130 first, which isn't available. The household includes a newborn, and going through the cold months without heating isn't safe. Without it we can't refrigerate insulin and food, or keep the house at a safe temperature. Jiro is working on getting back on his feet, and wants to pay it forward once steady. Every dollar goes to the account in Jiro's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates. Where the $600 goes: • Gas arrears: $400 • Reconnection and late fees: $50 • Down payment on a payment plan: $150 Thanks for reading all this.