Cooldownmissouri.org and Cooldownstlouis.org have launched an effort to help Missouri victims of the historic storm floods, earlier this week. They cover 44 Missouri and Illinois counties, and the City of St. Louis. They will be assisting residents impacted by the recent storm floods, who were experiencing difficulties paying their utility bills. They will expedite their […]
Customers encouraged to register for Ameren Missouri programs designed to keep vulnerable neighbors safe and cool during the summer heat ST. LOUIS (June 14, 2022) – In preparation for the hot summer weeks ahead, Ameren Missouri donated $200,000 to Cooldownstlouis.org and Cooldownmissouri.org to support the most vulnerable customers in St. Louis and eastern Missouri. The […]
More than 500 Missouri and Illinois volunteers along with the sale of thousands of Sausage biscuits and Egg biscuits helped raise $600,000 so far. Due to a weakening economy, the 2022 Rise and Shine goal was set at $200,000. The public response has overwhelmed Heatupstlouis.org officials, because the $600,000 so far represents a 300% increase […]
Since Heatupstlouis.org’s inception almost 22 years ago, it has impacted the lives of about one million people throughout Missouri and Illinois. This year with the economic and health challenges continued by the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for energy assistance has skyrocketed. In addition, to the increase in usage of energy this winter due to more […]
“It’s very scary out there, because we are seeing more and more people who live paycheck-to-paycheck falling into the regional safety net,” said the Reverend Earl E. Nance, Jr., chair emeritus and treasurer of the regional not-for-profit advocacy, and energy assistance charity, Heatupstlouis.org covering Missouri and Illinois. “Many households have been economically decimated as both […]
Ameren Missouri provides additional $1.5 million to help families facing financial hardship due to pandemic ST. LOUIS (Oct. 5, 2021) – Additional funds are now available for Missouri families struggling to pay their utility bills due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Ameren Missouri is directing $1.2 million to its Clean Slate program to include support for […]
Heat Advisory Issued Extreme heat will be returning to portions of eastern Missouri and southern Illinois. A Heat Advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service in St. Louis and will remain in effect from noon today until 9:00 p.m. Thursday, July 29, 2021. Heat index values of up to 112°F are expected and […]
ST. LOUIS (June 16, 2021) – Today, Ameren Missouri donated $165,000 to Cooldownstlouis.org and Cooldownmissouri.org to support the most vulnerable customers in St. Louis and eastern Missouri. The company also donated 800 Energy Star® rated window air conditioners and 800 four-packs of LED lightbulbs for distribution throughout Missouri. On average, the energy-efficient air conditioners cost […]
The City of St. Louis may see 90°F today, which according to the National Weather Service – St. Louis office is about 10°F above normal. With temperatures this warm before the unofficial start of the summer season next Monday, residents are encouraged to protect themselves, their families, work staff, and the community from heat dangers. […]
The 21st Hardee’s Rise and Shine for Heatupstlouis.org has been deemed a success, considering the bitter cold, less volunteers due to the COVID pandemic, and the fact that the Missouri and Illinois Hardee’s restaurants didn’t allow in-restaurant dining. The regional charity has raised almost $700,000, so far. Quick Drive-thru business and pre-orders did brisk […]