Warmth for Wake

What Is Warmth for Wake?

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Warmth for Wake is an energy assistance program sponsored by the NC Bankers Association and Wake County Human Services, aimed at providing fuel for low-income households in Wake County during cold months. The 2009-10 season marks the program’s 32nd year. The 2008-2009 winter was mild, but donations totaled $29,500 and more than 40 homes received free firewood. Each year, Warmth for Wake helps about 200 eligible households keep the heat on with utility assistance. More than $1 million has been raised since the campaign’s inception. Warmth for Wake is funded entirely through voluntary contributions from individuals, groups, and companies.

Warmth for Wake officially begins October 31 and is administered through the Office of Community Affairs at Wake County Human Services. NO ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS are taken from contributions - 100% of each donation goes directly to those in need. Visit the Wake County Warmth for Wake page here.

Are You Eligible to Receive Assistance?
Those served must be Wake County residents. Wake County Human Services staff screen applicants. They look at all income and resources as well as expenses, and also consider emergency or special situations that may have affected available income. Income guidelines are based on current poverty levels. If interested in applying for the program, please call 212-7000. Visit www.wake.gov to find out about other energy assistance programs.

Get Involved!
Volunteer by delivering firewood to Wake County residents in need. Please contact Warmth for Wake at 212-7083. Work dates are scheduled for October 31, November 14 and 28, December 5 and 19, January 2, 16 and 30, February 13 and 27, and March 13 and 27.

Warmth for Wake also accepts the donation of new and gently used oil-filled electric radiators that are given to eligible program participants. Kerosene and electric coil heaters are not accepted.

Contribute!
Bring your tax-deductible donation to any Wake County banking institution or send to:
    Warmth for Wake
    PO Box 46833
    Raleigh, NC 27620

For More Information:
Denise Kissel, Wake County Human Services
Phone: 212-7083
Email: denise.kissel@wakegov.com

Erin Scheithe, NCBA
Phone: 781-7979
Email: erin@ncbankers.org