Sustaining our Communities
Low Income | Energy Share | Supplier Diversity
Southwest Gas promotes a culture of giving and community engagement. We’re always looking for ways to support our customers who need assistance and we’re committed to advancing opportunities for diverse suppliers.
Growing Opportunities
Southwest Gas is committed to providing procurement opportunities and building sustainable business practices with diverse suppliers. In doing so, we're proud to create a mutually beneficial, equitable and competitive environment.
We exceeded the California Public Utilities Commission’s General Order 156 mandated goal of 21.5% spend in California with Clearinghouse-verified diverse suppliers. 2017 69% | 2016 62% | 2015 76%.
Companywide spend with diverse suppliers
- 2017 $193 million
- 2016 $134 million
- 2015 $148 million
We exceeded the California Public Utilities Commission’s General Order 156 mandated goal of 21.5% spend in California with Clearinghouse-verified diverse suppliers. 2017 69% | 2016 62% | 2015 76%.
Assistance Program
Having active utility service is a necessity, especially in extreme climates like those we serve. So when funds are tight, we want to make sure our customers can still meet their basic needs. Through Southwest Gas’ assistance programs, qualified customers in our service territories can get the help they need.
2017 $9.7 million
2017 $9.7 million
2016 $9.8 million
2015 $10.4 million
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$29.9 million
NOTE: In bill assistance, discount programs and direct assistance. Administrative dollars are not included.
$29.9 million
NOTE: In bill assistance, discount programs and direct assistance. Administrative dollars are not included.
Customer Giving
Our Energy Share program enables Southwest Gas customers to contribute through their monthly gas bill to those who need bill assistance. Funds are distributed through partnerships with local assistance agencies and all contributions are tax deductible.
2017 $980,906
2016 $996,040
2015 $1,006,000
Collected through customer donations/giving.
Making a Difference
Community Care
Our employees are shaping the future with their commitment to improving the quality of life in our neighborhoods. With our Community Care suite of services, we strive to develop an environment of selflessness through programs such as volunteer efforts, employee payroll pledges and corporate giving.
BLUE: Building Lives Up Everywhere
Our BLUE — Building Lives Up Everywhere employee volunteer program fosters a culture of service that inspires Southwesters to give back to their communities and make a positive difference in the lives of others. Southwest Gas employees, along with their families and friends, volunteer thousands of hours annually. Their time benefits a variety of non-profit agencies throughout our service territories.
Fuel For Life
At Southwest Gas, giving back to the communities we serve has been ingrained in our company culture since day one.
FUEL for LIFE was introduced in 2012 as a way for our employees to contribute to local non-profit organizations either by making a one-time gift or via ongoing payroll deduction. Since its inception, employees have responded enthusiastically by pledging an incredible $9.69 million that has provided direct financial support to non-profit organizations throughout the company’s service territories. Countless lives have been positively impacted by the generosity of Southwesters, and we plan on continuing that legacy.
Fuel Good
As a corporate citizen, we’re committed to assisting non-profit organizations that provide unique and invaluable services in the communities we serve. The Southwest Gas Foundation supports a variety of charitable 501(c)(3) organizations throughout our local communities and contributes to the quality of life across our service territories.
Recognitions
- Recognized by the Arizona Fallen Fire Fighters and Emergency Paramedics Memorial Commission for our commitment to safety and contribution to the Arizona Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Phoenix
- Honored for corporate service by the Las Vegas Chapter of National Bar Association
Agency Testimonies
Military Assistance Mission
"Military Assistance Mission aka MAM has been honored to be the recipient of the Southwest Gas FUEL for LIFE campaign for a couple of years. It is so wonderful to feel the patriotism and support of our military, their families and our wounded heroes. The Southwest Gas employees and committee members continue to show their pride in our country and those defending it by choosing MAM as their conduit for military assistance." - Margy Bons, Founder and CEO
Heaven Can Wait Animal Society
“As we go into our 3rd year with the FUEL for LIFE program I can’t help but think how fortunate we are to be with such a great group of caring individuals. Even though the FUEL for LIFE program comes from the Southwest Gas Corporation, it is the employees that make this fantastic program a major difference maker in the communities they serve. Our mission is to solve the pet overpopulation problem in the Las Vegas area. We are one of those groups that run a short leash [pardon the pun] and their monthly donations were a life saver and still are. We at Heaven Can Wait couldn’t be prouder to be part of such a great group of employees who truly care about community!” - Harold Vosko, President
Friends in Service Helping
“Our partnership with Southwest Gas supports our primary mission of providing emergency services such as food, clothing, shelter and healthcare to more than 700 families per month in Carson City, Douglas, Lyon and Storey counties. In addition to your amazing monetary contributions through the Southwest Gas Foundation and the FUEL for LIFE program, Southwest Gas employees through your BLUE – Building Lives Up Everywhere team greatly assisted in preparing the new Richards Crossing apartment complex for move-in readiness by homeless veterans and other homeless within our community.” - Jim Peckham, Executive Director
