November 1, 2019 10:25 a.m. 
Pacific Power will match every dollar donated to the Oregon Energy Fund with $2 more.
A release from the utility said Pacific Power customers who receive their bills by mail will find that it includes an Oregon Energy Fund contribution envelope this month. Customers who pay their bill electronically can send a check or enroll in the fixed donation program.
Tom Gauntt of Pacific Power said the program allows customers to donate any dollar amount, starting at $1 per month, which is then incorporated into their monthly bill. Fixed donations will also be matched 2-for-1 by Pacific Power.
Gauntt said donations may be tax-deductible and are forwarded directly to the Oregon Energy Fund, which verifies eligibility and allocates funds to those in needs. All funds donated are used to assist families in need from the same county in which the donor resides.
Brian Allbritton, executive director of the Oregon Energy Fund said studies have shown that more than a quarter of Oregonians struggle to pay their bills each year. Last year, donations from Pacific Power’s customers, employees, and the company helped 589 households in need throughout Oregon. Gauntt said Pacific Power will match up to $144,000 in donations.
To enroll in the fixed-donation program, call Pacific Power at 1-888-221-7070.