The Greenville Utilities Board of Commissioners recognized the Presbyterian Women of First Presbyterian Church for their record donation to the Neighbor to Neighbor program. The program meets local needs by providing funds to assist low-income families in Pitt County with their heating bills.
This is the 24th year the Women of First Presbyterian have supported the Neighbor to Neighbor program. In most years, they raised $8-10,000. This year, they ended up raising $15,000 – the most they’ve ever raised.
GUC matches contributions up to $20,000 each year. With GUC’s match, the Women of First Presbyterian have raised a total of $435,000 since 2001.
“Neighbor to Neighbor is another way Greenville Utilities can give back to our community by assisting our customers who are struggling financially,” said Director of Customer Relations Scott Mullis. “We are thankful for other churches, civic groups, and the individuals who continue to support us and help raise money for this critical cause.”
Neighbor to Neighbor is a partnership between GUC and the Pitt County Department of Social Services (DSS). DSS screens applicants, determines eligibility, and distributes the funds during the heating season of December – March. Since the program began in 2001, $890,045 has been raised for heating assistance.