UGI Boosts Energy Assistance with Additional $500,000 Donation Amid Federal Funding Delays
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UGI's $1.7 million donation to Operation Share demonstrates strong corporate responsibility that enhances their competitive advantage in customer loyalty and community standing.
UGI Utilities donated $500,000 to Operation Share, bringing their 2025 total to $1.7 million for energy assistance grants distributed through community organizations to qualified customers.
UGI's increased funding helps vulnerable families stay warm during winter by providing essential heating assistance when federal energy aid programs face delays.
Since 1983, Operation Share has provided energy assistance through UGI's partnership with community organizations, now strengthened by this year's $1.7 million contribution.
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UGI Utilities, Inc. has announced an additional one-time donation of $500,000 to the Operation Share Energy Fund, bringing the company's total contribution this year to $1.7 million. This significant increase in funding comes at a critical time when many customers are facing challenges paying their heating bills during the winter season. The timing of this donation is particularly important given the current delay in federal funds for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, creating an urgent need for alternative assistance sources.
The additional funding represents UGI's response to growing customer needs during a period of uncertainty in federal energy assistance. Dan Adamo, UGI's Vice President of Customer Relations, emphasized the company's commitment, stating that UGI and its employees are stepping up to help as the need for heating assistance grows. The delay in LIHEAP funding means some customers require immediate extra assistance to maintain essential heating services during colder months.
Operation Share has been providing energy assistance grants to qualified customers since 1983, operating as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The program serves as a crucial supplement to federal and state energy assistance programs, offering an additional safety net for vulnerable households. The fund receives support not only from UGI's corporate donations but also from customer contributions and concerned citizens, creating a community-based approach to addressing energy affordability challenges.
UGI works closely with community organizations to distribute Operation Share funds effectively, ensuring assistance reaches those most in need. The company's latest donation comes alongside an employee giving campaign beginning this week, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to addressing the energy assistance gap. This multi-faceted support system becomes increasingly vital as energy costs fluctuate and economic pressures affect household budgets.
Customers seeking assistance can find application details, income requirements, and information about community partners at https://www.ugi.com/assistance-programs/operation-share/. The same resource provides information for individuals interested in supporting the Operation Share Fund through donations. As UGI serves more than 760,000 natural gas and electric customers, this enhanced funding commitment represents a significant step toward ensuring vulnerable households maintain access to essential heating services during challenging economic times.
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