March 26, 2025 (Deer Park) — United Way of Long Island is pleased to announce a generous $12,000 contribution from PSEG Long Island to Project Warmth, the region’s only non-governmental emergency fuel fund. This support helped provide heating assistance to over 2,000 families and individuals facing financial hardship across Nassau and Suffolk counties during this past winter. Now in its 30th year, Project Warmth has been a lifeline for more than 30,000 families to keep their homes warm.
“We are grateful for PSEG Long Island’s ongoing support of Project Warmth and its commitment to families, children, veterans, and seniors facing energy insecurity,” said Theresa Regnante, President & CEO of United Way of Long Island. “PSEG’s inclusion of a donation appeal in utility bills—reaching over 600,000 customers—has been instrumental in driving support for Project Warmth and extending security to more families in need. This support is truly game-changing.”
Project Warmth provides emergency heating assistance to eligible households who have exhausted other options, covering all fuel sources, including oil, gas, propane, and electricity. The program is made possible through the generosity of corporate partners like PSEG Long Island, as well as individual donors and community organizations.
“PSEG Long Island is committed to supporting our neighbors, especially during the colder months when heating costs can become overwhelming,” said David Lyons, Interim President and Chief Operating Officer. “By contributing to Project Warmth and encouraging our customers to do the same, we are working together to ensure that families across Long Island have the support they need to stay safe and warm.”
For those receiving assistance, the impact is life-changing. “When my oil tank ran dry during a freezing night, I didn’t know where to turn,” said Barbara, a local Project Warmth senior recipient. “Thanks to United Way and Project Warmth, I was able to get emergency assistance to keep warm. I’m beyond grateful for this support and for companies like PSEG Long Island that make it possible.”
United Way of Long Island urges individuals, businesses, and organizations to join PSEG Long Island in supporting Project Warmth. Donations can be made online at www.unitedwayli.org/projectwarmth or by calling 211 for more information on how to contribute or apply for assistance.
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PSEG Long Island
PSEG Long Island is committed to providing the people of Long Island and the Rockaways with exceptional customer service, best-in-class reliability and storm response, and a strong level of involvement in the communities in which its employees live and work. PSEG Long Island operates the Long Island Power Authority’s transmission and distribution system under a long-term contract. PSEG Long Island is a subsidiary of Public Service Enterprise Group Inc. (PSEG) (NYSE:PEG), a publicly traded diversified energy company.