Duke Energy Indiana is dedicating $320,000 in financial assistance to help its customers in need pay their energy bills this winter season.
The Share the Light Fund is supported by Duke Energy shareholders and voluntary contributions from customers and employees.
Duke Energy works with the Indiana Community Action Association to distribute funds to qualifying customers to pay energy bills, deposits and reconnection/connection charges.
- Eligibility for the Share the Light Fund is based on income, family size and the availability of resources.
- Customers can receive up to a $300 credit annually on their account.
- Individuals should contact their local community action agency to see if they are eligible. Click here to find a listing of service providers by county.
Duke Energy offers a number of other tools and resources to help customers take control of their energy use and save money, including:
- Usage Alerts that send customers a notification of how much electricity they are using and its cost so they can make adjustments before their billing period ends
- Free Home Energy House Calls, where energy professionals assess a home in person or virtually for efficiency and provide customers with a tool kit of energy-saving devices
- Interest-free installment payment plans for eligible customers needing flexibility
- To learn more about these programs, visit duke-energy.com/SeasonalSavings.
Over the last five years, the Share the Light Fund has provided more than $4 million in bill assistance, which has helped support nearly 15,000 Indiana households.
“Duke Energy’s Share the Light Fund is available to those who may be struggling to make ends meet. We work hand in hand with community partners to connect our customers with available assistance, offer programs and tools to help manage their energy use and provide financial support during times of economic hardship. Thank you to our customers and employees who, along with our shareholders, contribute to this important endeavor.” – Stan Pinegar, president, Duke Energy Indiana.
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