Various organizations in the St. Louis Metropolitan area provide assistance for electric, gas, rent, and mortgage on a limited basis. Funds are distributed to the organizations during specific periods of the year. Once the funds run out, the consumer must wait until more funds arrive which could be another 3 to 6 months on average.
United Way keeps track of the needs in the community by the calls they receive in real-time. You can find these statistics by clicking on this link: https://211mo.211counts.org/
Every day someone is calling for assistance with their utilities. Our website allows individuals to ask the public for help directly. The consumer can register to get help with their electric, gas, trash, sewer, and water here.
Be the first to ask for help! And be the first to help your community!
Why We Need Your Support
Funds contributed through Utility Assist can have a direct and stabilizing impact on a household by addressing essential needs and preventing crises. Specifically, financial assistance can:
- Prevent utility shut-offs by ensuring a safe and livable home environment.
- Stabilize housing by reducing the financial strain that often leads to eviction, displacement, or unsafe living conditions.
- Free up limited income so households can allocate resources towards other necessities.
- Reduce stress and improve well-being rather than immediate survival.
- Support vulnerable populations, such as seniors, people with disabilities, and families experiencing temporary hardships during critical moments.
- Creating ripple effects in the community by helping households remain stable reduces the need for more costly emergency interventions.
No matter the amount, your contribution can serve as a bridge–helping households move from crisis to stability through collective community support.
As you read the hardships, you will understand these challenges, and your contribution helps keep our community strong year-round.