Georgia Natural Gas® Donates $250,000 to the Heating Energy Assistance Team to Help Keep Georgians Safe and Warm this Winter

Core Insights - Georgia Natural Gas (GNG) has provided a $250,000 grant to the Heating Energy Assistance Team (HEAT) to support communities in Georgia during the 2025/2026 winter heating season [1][2]. Company Contributions - The grant reflects GNG's commitment to vulnerable populations, including seniors, veterans, and children, ensuring they can focus on their daily lives without the worry of heating their homes [2]. - GNG has partnered with HEAT for over twenty years, contributing to direct bill-payment assistance, emergency interventions, and enrollment support for eligible households [2]. Impact on Community - HEAT expressed gratitude for GNG's support, emphasizing that the grant will provide safety, warmth, and comfort to thousands of vulnerable families across Georgia during the critical winter season [3]. - The partnership highlights GNG's core value of supporting community well-being and vitality [2]. Company Background - Georgia Natural Gas is part of SouthStar Energy Services, which is owned by Southern Company Gas, a subsidiary of Southern Company [4]. - Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.4 million natural gas utility customers across four states and has a significant retail customer base [5]. About HEAT - The Heating Energy Assistance Team (HEAT) is a nonprofit organization established to meet the energy needs of Georgia citizens, providing assistance regardless of the energy source [6].