Gift of Power

Gift of Power is sponsored by AES Ohio. AES Ohio partners with The Salvation Army to provide emergency relief funding to customers who are facing disconnection and cannot pay their electric bills.

AES Ohio partners with The Salvation Army to provide emergency relief funding to customers who are facing disconnection and cannot pay their electric bills. Working together, we can make a difference for neighbors in need. Unexpected events can sometimes cause financial challenges, such as job loss, the death of a spouse, major medical bills or other hardships that may affect your ability to pay bills on time.

AES Ohio has partnered with The Salvation Army to provide emergency relief funding to customers with past due balances. who are experiencing difficulties paying their electric bills. Since 2015, AES Ohio has donated $1.

5 million to light the homes and hearts of our neighbors in West Central Ohio. Through customer and employee donations, the Gift of Power program has helped more than 5,000 customers keep their lights on. AES Ohio will contribute $1 million to the 2026 Gift of Power campaign, bringing its total support to $2.

5 million. AES Ohio has powered the Miami Valley for more than 110 years, serving as a trusted community partner and neighbor. Through initiatives like Gift of Power, AES Ohio continues its legacy of uplifting local families and supporting the community’s evolving needs.

Hear how reliable electricity supports critical community services through AES Ohio’s Gift of Power program, in partnership with The Salvation Army Receive the Gift of Power The Gift of Power aids AES Ohio customers who have faced recent financial challenges but do not qualify for other Ohio Energy Assistance programs. The application period begins January 12, 2026 through December 31, 2026, ensuring year-round access to help.

Contact the Salvation Army at 937-528-5120 to schedule your appointment to apply. See available assistance programs Read the Gift of Power fact sheet You have the power to make a difference! By donating to Gift of Power, you will prevent disconnection or restore power to those in need.

We extend our sincere gratitude to our employees and customers for their continued generosity, particularly during a time when many families in the community are experiencing financial difficulties. Every dollar donated will be administered by The Salvation Army to help friends, families and neighbors. Help us pay it forward by giving to the Gift of Power program.

To donate online using your checking account, please click the button below. You will be redirected to AES Ohio's donation page provided by KUBRA EZ-PAY® for payment processing.

To donate by mail, please send your check or money order, payable to The Salvation Army and mail it to: The Salvation Army c/o Gift of Power Please do not include a check with your AES Ohio bill payment , as your donation should go directly to The Salvation Army. Consult your tax advisor as to the deductibility of your donation. Working together , we can make a difference for neighbors in need.

Gift of Power brings together customers and communities to help individuals and families struggling to pay their energy bills. Thank you for helping your neighbors in West Central Ohio with a donation to AES Ohio’s Gift of Power program at The Salvation Army, a registered 501(c)(3) organization.