November 21, 2022 9:50 a.m.

Pacific Power will match every dollar donated to its Oregon Energy Fund with $2 more.

A release said customers of the utility who receive bills by mail will find that it includes an Oregon Energy Fund contribution envelope this month. Customers who pay their bills electronically can send a check or enroll in the fixed donation program.

The program allows customers to donate any dollar amount, starting at $1 per month, which is then incorporated to their monthly bill. To enroll in the program, call Pacific Power at 1-888-221-7070.

Donations may be tax deductible and are forwarded directly to the Oregon Energy Fund, which verifies eligibility and allocates funds to those in need. All funds donated are used to assist families in need from the same county in which the donor resides.

Last year, donations from the company’s customers, employees and the company itself helped 721 households in need throughout Oregon. This year, Pacific Power ill match up to $144,000 in donations.

Customers who need bill assistance themselves can talk with Pacific Power representatives at 1-888-221-7070.