NORTH CAROLINA FUEL FUNDS
- The Crisis Assistance Ministry is a partnership of the religious community, a gas and an
electric utility, United Way and
Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, that addresses utility, food, and basic needs. It was
founded during the recession of 1975 by the religious community as a service ministry of
the Charlotte Area Clergy Association. In 1985, after an extensive joint study,
Mecklenburg County and the United Way appointed the Ministry as the lead agency to
coordinate all emergency financial assistance in the county.
Through a public-private partnership, Mecklenburg County and United Way provide most of
the Ministry’s operating funds. Contributions are received from area
congregations, the City of Charlotte, utilities, individuals, foundations, businesses and
community organizations. In 1997 the Ministry administered nearly $1 million in
contributions. It also administers the LIHEAP crisis assistance program in Mecklenburg
County.
- Duke Power Community Challenge Heating Fund is funded by community organizations who
qualify for the grants and Duke Energy shareholders. The Duke Energy Foundation matches
every three dollars raised by community organizations with one dollar, up to a $250,000
corporate contribution. Grants are awarded to community agencies who administer the funds
and determine eligibility.
- Carolina Power & Light Company's Project Share is funded by employee and customer
donations and shareholder matching funds.
LEVERAGING (includes church and community contributions)
2002: $2.8 million (includes city and government funds)
2001: $2 million
2000: $1.1 million
1999: $2.4 million
1997: $969,219
1996: $883,444
1995: $2.2 million