The Brief
- Demand for summer assistance programs in Arizona is surging as extreme heat drives utility bills up.
- Non-profit organization All Thrive 365 offers utility payment assistance, fresh food access, transportation, and home weatherization services.
- High demand has created a massive backlog, forcing All Thrive 365 to temporarily pause accepting new applications.
PHOENIX – Demand for summer assistance programs is sky-high as high temperatures create a massive backlog of residents asking for help to stay cool.
Local perspective:
Angelle Allen knows how hot it can get inside her apartment. …