Help Raffaele with an overdue gas bill before the rainy season

The gas account is 4 months behind. Raffaele received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on January unless $450 is paid. He had never been late before losing my job in October. Raffaele 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 parent on oxygen therapy, and going through the rainy season without gas isn't safe. Without it we can't refrigerate insulin and food, or keep the house at a safe temperature. Raffaele is working on getting back on his feet, and wants to pay it forward once steady. Every dollar goes to the account in Raffaele's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates. Where the $450 goes: • Electricity arrears: $185 • Reconnection and late fees: $125 • Down payment on a payment plan: $140 If you're reading this, thank you.