Help Prasad with an overdue electricity and water bill before the cold months

The electricity and water account is 4 months behind. Prasad received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on August unless $100 is paid. He had never been late before a reduction in hours. Prasad called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $30 first, which isn't available. The household includes three children under ten, and going through the cold months without electricity and water isn't safe. The children would have no light to study by. Prasad is working on getting back on his feet, and wants to pay it forward once steady. The money will go directly to the utility provider, and I'll post the paid statement here. Where the $100 goes: • Electricity arrears: $40 • Reconnection and late fees: $20 • Down payment on a payment plan: $40 Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly. - Prachi