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Keep the electricity and water on at James's home in El Paso
Help James cover an overdue electricity and water bill so the household stays safe this winter.
🇺🇸 El Paso, Texas, United States1,251 views
The electricity and water account is 2 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on December unless I pay $700. I have never been late before an unexpected car repair.
I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $165 first, which I don't have.
I live with a disabled brother, and going through winter without electricity and water isn't safe. We can't cook, keep medicine cold or heat the home.
I'm working on getting back on my feet, and will pay forward whatever help I can once I'm steady.
The money will go directly to the utility provider, and I'll post the paid statement here.
Where the $700 goes:
• Utility arrears: $390
• Reconnection and late fees: $165
• Down payment on a payment plan: $145
I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
- James
- due date
- 2026-11-05
- bill type
- Utility arrears
Updates from James
Update from El Paso: I met with the utility company and confirmed the amounts. We're at 18% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
Thank you all. We're at 8% now ($56). I'm honestly stunned. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.
- Refilwe M. Adams 🇿🇦 · $74
“All the best. Thought of James all day after reading this. - Pretoria”
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Shared it with a few friends. I went through something like this 4 years ago and strangers helped me out. Thinking of El Paso!
Hope things get better soon, James. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Greetings from Uberlândia