Firelands Electric is excited to announce the return of its H.U.G. (Home Utility Gift) program!
A H.U.G. allows anyone to give the gift of electricity. It’s ideal for all types of occasions, including holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, or “just because.” Giving a H.U.G. is also a great option if you know someone who could simply use a helping hand with their monthly utility bill.
HOW TO GIVE SOMEONE A H.U.G.
- H.U.G.s are available all year for any amount.
- They may be purchased by both co-op members and non-members.
- Recipients must be Firelands Electric Cooperative members.
- The gift-giver must have the first and last name of the intended recipient, as well as the member’s service address, to ensure the gift is applied to the correct account.
- Please note that Firelands Electric’s employees cannot provide a member’s account number to anyone who is not listed on the account.
- A H.U.G. may be bought in person at the co-op’s office during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Checks or money orders should be made payable to Firelands Electric Co-op.
- Due to privacy regulations, Firelands CANNOT accept payments for a H.U.G. over the phone, and payment by credit card is available ONLY at our lobby window.
- A H.U.G. can also be purchased by downloading and printing the form at the link below. Complete the form and return it, along with a check or money order made out to the cooperative, to: Firelands Electric Co-op, H.U.G. Program, 103 Industrial Drive, New London, OH 44851. Additional copies of the form are also available at the office.
- Please note that H.U.G.s purchased after the monthly statements are processed (typically around the 25th of the month) will not be reflected on the recipient’s bill until the following month.
- A H.U.G may remain anonymous. If you wish to let the receiver know about your gift, simply ask office staff to send the recipient a “You’ve received a H.U.G.” certificate when purchasing. We’ll take care of the rest! (A printable copy of the certificate is also provided below if you wish to personally give one to the recipient.)
So, if you’re stumped about what to get someone for the holidays or their next birthday, consider buying them a H.U.G. from Firelands Electric. It’s the perfect gift!