Just One

One point could decide the winner of tonight's Tigers game, Friday's Grizzlies game, or even Sunday's Super Bowl. One dollar can make a difference in someone's life. Someone like Kathryn.

After working for the same employer for 10 years, Kathryn lost her job in October.

"So many people have been dependent on me for so long, and when all of a sudden the resources weren't there, I felt like I was letting everyone down," she says. "You imagine what it will be like for your family to not have utilities, and you get down on your knees a lot and ask God to help you." Kathryn's time of need led her to MIFA (Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association), where she received assistance through the Plus-1 program.

The Plus-1 Program is a partnership between MIFA and MLGW that provides utilities assistance for families in financial crisis. MLGW customers are asked to add $1 or more to the cost of their utilities each month, and these donations are reserved for eligible clients of Plus-1. When a client receives assistance through Plus-1, these funds are used to pay a portion of the client's MLGW bill, while a manageable payment plan is constructed for the remaining balance.

Please consider adding a dollar or more to your utility bill each month. It could be a game changer. Sign up here.