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partnership between the City of Tempe and
Tempe Community Council that makes it easy for Tempe water
customers to donate a $1 or more per month to neighbors
in need. Simply add your donation to the Voluntary Donation line on your monthly water bill.
Your monthly donation is being
doubled with a matching gift from:
If you would like to
donate a larger dollar amount per month, or are a Surepay customer and would like
to contribute to Help to Others,
please call
(480) 350-8361 or visit the
City of Tempe Water Utility Department, located at 20 E. Sixth Street, Tempe, AZ 85281.
Your
$1 at Work:
Your dollar per month
helps provide essential human services for children, families, and seniors to
assist with food, clothing, and shelter; and provide counseling services and after-school programs.
100% of
donations go to the following agencies:
Area Agency on Aging
Child Crisis Center
EMPACT/Suicide
Prevention Center
East Valley
Adult Resources
Tempe
Community Action Agency
Frequently
Asked Questions:
Q: How can I participate?
A: A voluntary donation of $1 is listed on
your monthly water bill. Simply pay the Total + Voluntary Donation. You can
donate more that $1, to the amount of your choosing. Note that now your donation will be doubled through
the generous support of Bob Ramsey, Jenny Norton & PMT Ambulance!
Q: What if I do not want to
make a $1 donation?
A: Simply pay the sum on your water bill,
titled Utility Amount Due.
Q: Who receives the
donations?
A: All
donated funds go directly to nonprofit agencies that help Tempe residents in
need.
Q: Is my donation tax deductible?
A: Yes, for tax purposes you will receive a year-end total of your
donations in the January utility bill.
Q: Do I have to sign-up or fill out a pledge card to donate?
A: No, just pay the Total + Voluntary
Donation on your bill or you can give online by clicking the "Make a
Donation" link on the top of this page.
Q: Doesn’t the City
fund human service programs?
A: Yes, but in these budget-strapped times, need for services is far
greater than what the City of Tempe can provide.
Q: How can I get more information?
A: For more information on the water bill portion of the program, please call
Tempe’s Customer Service Department at 480.350.8361. For more information on human
service programs funded by Help to Others,
please
call the Tempe Community Council at (480) 858-2300.
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