The Brief
- BakerRipley’s online portal for utility bill assistance hit capacity for 4,000 applications in one day.
- People in need can apply through in-person appointments or when BakerRipley reopens the portal for 4,000 more applications in March.
- Other utility assistance programs are available through the United Way and other organizations.
HOUSTON – People needing help paying their utility bills continue to be significant amid higher energy costs this winter.
In just one day yesterday, BakerRipley’s website says it reached maximum capacity for 4,000 applications for utility assistance and had to close the portal.
BakerRipley’s Utility Assistance Program reaches capacity
The backstory:
BakerRipley’s Utility Assistance Program is for people living in Harris, Brazoria and Galveston Counties who need help paying their electricity, gas, or propane bills.…