Alabama Power's Charitable Trust provides Alabamians impacted by winter weather with $250K in emergency bill assistance

Core Message - Alabama Power's Charitable Trust provides $250,000 in emergency bill assistance to help Alabamians impacted by Winter Storms Cora and Enzo [1] - The Trust has offered energy-related assistance to low-income families for over 30 years and provides$1 million in annual energy bill assistance [1] Distribution of Funds - Funds will be distributed by community action agencies and through Project Share, a program supported by Alabama Power in partnership with the Salvation Army [2] - Funds are available to individuals in counties affected by the recent winter storms as outlined in Governor Kay Ivey's emergency declarations [2] Eligible Expenses - Emergency assistance funds can be used to pay a portion of energy bills, including gas, electric, kerosene, wood, and propane costs for January 2025 [3] Eligibility Criteria - Applicants must provide proof of income at or below 250% of federal poverty guidelines based on household size [4] - Senior citizens aged 60 and older or individuals with disabilities can apply by contacting the Salvation Army [4] Income Guidelines - Annual and monthly income limits for households of 1 to 8 persons are provided, ranging from $37,650 to$131,800 annually [5] Company Overview - Alabama Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), provides electricity to 1.5 million customers across Alabama [6]