Members Helping Members, Inc. is a community non-profit 501(c)(3) organization and was established to assist families in need of assistance paying their electric service bills.
Over 2,500 members currently contribute over $3,000 monthly. Amounts range from under $1, with our round-up option, to as much as $20. Thanks to our generous local community, over $500,000 has been applied to members’ electric bills since 2009.
Receiving Assistance
The Accomack and Northampton County Departments of Social Service determine qualified candidates for assistance in the program. Applicants may qualify for up to $300 in assistance.
To be eligible:
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- A residential co-op member or family must be at or below 143% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
- The co-op member must have a delinquent electric account of more than $50.
- Applicants do not need to be in the Social Services system to apply for this program.
To apply:
- Applications are accepted at either Department of Social Services.
- Applicants must visit the Department of Social Services in the county in which they reside and bring a copy of their bill and verification of income to apply.
Donating to the Program
A&N Electric Cooperative, in cooperation with Members Helping Members, Inc., secures funding through voluntary donations through the Cooperative’s electric service bills. Donations are tax-deductible, and 100% of the funds collected go to those in need. Your contributions are greatly appreciated.
To donate:
- Members who want to donate to the program may do so by filling out the form below.
- By completing the form, the member authorizes the Cooperative to add the amount selected per month to their bills.