In Grady and Caddo Counties, in conjunction with Home Energy Aid Month – efforts are being made to raise additional utility assistance funds to help Oklahomans in need.

Salvation Army partners OG&E, ONG and PSO are also joining the effort by matching some funds. Throughout Oklahoma, The Salvation Army is working to help individuals and families every day.

Residents can help The Salvation Army and their energy partners with a financial contribution through Home Energy Aid Month this July. Last year, a little over $530,000 was provided in utility assistance to over 2,000 households and over 10,000 individuals throughout Oklahoma.

The number of persons requesting utility assistance continues to grow each year. It's difficult to imagine being without air conditioning in the Oklahoma summer or without heat in the winter when temperatures reach single digits.

If you would like to support The Salvation Army with utility assistance funds, learn more by calling 405-224-5647, extension 5.