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Help Sergio with an overdue heating bill before the cold months

Help Sergio cover an overdue heating bill so the household stays safe this the cold months.

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The heating account is 4 months behind. Sergio received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on November unless $750 is paid. He had never been late before August's medical emergency. Sergio called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $200 first, which isn't available. The household includes three children under ten, and going through the cold months without heating isn't safe. The children would have no light to study by. Sergio is working on getting back on his feet, and wants to pay it forward once steady. Every dollar goes to the account in Sergio's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates. Where the $750 goes: • Electricity arrears: $430 • Reconnection and late fees: $75 • Down payment on a payment plan: $245 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people. - Irene

due date: 2026-12-08
bill type: Utility arrears

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Updates from Irene

Update from San Jose: the plan for electricity arrears is now scheduled. We're at 20% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
Quick update: $300 raised so far (40%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Thank you all. We're at 17% now ($125). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the utility company and confirmed the amounts.

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Hope you get there. Don't give up. Love from Raleigh
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Hope it all works out, Irene. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Sent it to 28 people at work.

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