The philanthropic arm of Hartford energy supplier Northeast Utilities Inc. is donating $1 million to support winter fuel assistance programs in its primary service territories of Connecticut, western Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
Funds from Northeast Utilities Foundation will be distributed to Operation Fuel to benefit residents in Connecticut communities served by NU’s Connecticut Light & Power and Yankee Gas divisions; The Good Neighbor Energy Fund for communities served by Western Massachusetts Electric Co.; and Neighbor Helping Neighbor Fund in NU’s Public Service of New Hampshire market.
“These funds will support the region’s network of fuel assistance programs and fuel banks who are themselves struggling to help families facing an energy emergency this winter,” said Charles W. Shivery, NU president, chairman and chief executive officer. Â
To apply for Operation Fuel funds, contact the fuel bank in your area. Â For more information, or to find the nearest fuel bank, call 2-1-1. Â
