H.E.A.T., Inc. is a nonprofit organization that provides energy assistance statewide to Georgians in need, regardless of the energy used - natural gas, propane, electricity, oil, wood, coal, or other type of energy source.
Originally established by Atlanta Gas Light Company in 1983, H.E.A.T. is the oldest statewide fuel fund program in Georgia. The program has helped address the energy needs of low-income Georgians by joining forces with concerned citizens, businesses, and state government. With deregulation of the natural gas industry in Georgia, H.E.A.T. became a separate 501 (c) (3) nonprofit tax-exempt entity in May 2000.
During the past 28 years, more than $20 million in energy assistance has been donated and disbursed to nearly 89,000 families.
H.E.A.T. funds are distributed by the Georgia Department of Human Services through local community action agencies. Qualified families apply for assistance at the agency that serves their county. Family households must meet established guidelines that include income eligibility. During the 2010/2011 winter, H.E.A.T. provided $535,000 to 1,555 families.
Private citizens, organizations, and businesses can donate to H.E.A.T. in the following ways:
