Oregon Heat

Our Mission is Giving Warmth & Compassion

Oregon HEAT develops and coordinates resources to help low-income Oregonians meet their energy needs and achieve energy self-reliance through energy education and advocacy.

What is Oregon HEAT?

It is estimated that nearly 1 in 4 Oregon families may not have the money to pay for heat or keep the lights on when needed most. Oregon HEAT is an independent nonprofit organization founded just over 20 years ago to help low-income Oregonians and hard-working families keep those vital utilities on during unforeseen emergency situations.

At Oregon HEAT, we are people just like you who want to ensure area families are safe and warm in their own home. Together, we are neighbors helping neighbors, providing warmth and kindness through heartfelt donations.

Too many Oregonians are forced to choose between paying for food or paying for vital utilities. That is a choice that no one should have to make. Oregon HEAT and its partners provide a valuable service to help our fellow citizens meet their basic energy needs. 
                                                                                                 - Gov. Ted Kulongoski

Your Money Stays In Your Community

At Oregon HEAT, we work with local social service and community organizations that help us determine if a family is eligible for assistance. We then use donated funds to help those in need pay their utility and heating bills.

As careful stewards of your donation, 90 cents of every dollar go directly to help qualifying households in your community pay their heat and electric bills. Charity Navigator, the Internet's best guide to intelligent giving, awarded Oregon HEAT its highest 4-star rating for efficiency and capacity for five consecutive years. It's all thanks to the dedication of our board of directors, focused staff, and your kindness.   

Join Us In Giving Warmth

Part of our continuing mission is to work with our network to provide low-income households with the tools they need for self-reliance via energy conservation education and energy resources. With their dedication, we are helping more of our neighbors take care of themselves, and in turn, care for others.

Give to Oregon Heat

Whatever you can give goes to help people just like you - families who may, at some time, need a little help and temporary assistance. Donate today.