PG&E Reach Program

Relief for Energy Assistance through Community Help (REACH)

For over 30 years, the REACH program has helped low-income families keep their utilities services turned on in times of hardship.

The REACH program helps you pay for energy during a crisis. REACH provides an energy credit for up to $500 based on the past due bill (energy credit support is subject to funding availability). Over 170 Nonprofit organizations run the REACH program Northern and Central California.

PLEASE NOTE: REACH is available only once within a 12-month period and customers must qualify for the program.

Enrolling in REACH

Complete the following steps to enroll in REACH:

• Determine whether you qualify, if you answer yes to the questions below you may qualify for the REACH program.
  1. Are you a PG&E customer?
  2. Is the PG&E bill in your name or in the name of an adult living in the residence?
  3. Have you received a 15-Day or 48-Hour Notice declaring you are at risk of having services terminated?
  4. Is your past due balance between $100-$500 or are you 62+ and have a past due balance of $50-$500?
• To apply, download & fill out the application, and please email it to:
  • For English:
    Kristin Bentley | 661.457.9643 | Kristin.B@uwkern.org
  • For Spanish & English:
    Sophia Candolffi | 661.834.1580 | Sophia.C@uwkern.org

If you need assistance with filling out the application or need a physical copy of the application, stop by our office!