1. H.E.A.T.

2. H.E.A.T. Overview Helping low-income Georgians meet their energy needs.

3. H.E.A.T. is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization that provides energy assistance for Georgians in need Began as a program of Atlanta Gas Light Company in 1983 Established as a nonprofit in 2000 What is the Heating Energy Assistance Team (H.E.A.T.)? H.E.A.T. Overview

4. Oldest fuel fund in the state Only fuel fund to partner with the State of Georgia Provides only energy assistance Statewide – available to every county in Georgia Helps with energy costs regardless of the energy source – natural gas, electricity, propane, wood, coal, oil, or other Program Advantages H.E.A.T. Overview

5. Funds distributed by the Georgia Department of Human Resources (DHR) through local Community Action Agencies Applicants must meet eligibility requirements Qualified households may apply at agency that serves their county DHR information and referral line – 1-800-869-1150 Questions? Visit H.E.A.T. website at www.heatga.org or call 678-406-0212www.heatga.org Getting Assistance H.E.A.T. Overview

6. H.E.A.T. Fund Distribution H.E.A.T. Overview Note: Disbursement in 2004 includes $64,141 in H.E.A.T. funds that were made available from the Georgia Department of Human Resources.

7. Households Served Note: Households served during the five-year period consisted of families with children, the disabled and the elderly. The number of households served decreased slightly during 2003 because the funding amount per household increased. H.E.A.T. Overview

8. Make a donation ….. Online at secured Web site: www.heatga.orgwww.heatga.org By Check: Mail contribution to – Wachovia Bank, N.A. P.O. Box 930112 Atlanta, GA 31193 H.E.A.T. Overview How You Can Help

9. Together we can make a difference!