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SUSTAINING
our communities
Committed to 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.
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LOW INCOME
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 of our service territory can get the help they need.
$9.7 million 2016
$29.9 million
In bill assistance, discount
programs and direct assistance.
Administrative dollars are not included.
2017
$9.8 million 2015
$10.4 million
ENERGY SHARE
Customer Giving
Powered by Southwest Gas
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.
$2.9 million
Collected through customer donations from 2015 to 2017
SUPPLIER DIVERSITY
Growing Opportunities
Powered by Southwest Gas
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.
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%
EXCELLENCE IN
SUPPLIER DIVERSITY
2018 Professional Excellence Award – The Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce - High Desert Chapter honored Southwest Gas.
2017 Las Vegas Black Image Magazine Honor – recognizing Sharon Braddy-McKoy, VP/Human Resources, for her commitment to excellence as a warrior for diversity and inclusion.
2017 Diversity in Action Award – for making a difference in the community and demonstrating a commitment to the spirit of diversity by actively and positively embracing, celebrating and promoting cultural awareness in end-of-life care.
2016 Arizona Million Dollar Circle of Excellence – recognition for annually spending a minimum of $1 million with minority-owned suppliers in Arizona.
2016 Patriots Shield Award – Southwest Veterans Chamber of Commerce’ (SWVCC) recognition for efforts to partner with veterans and veteran-owned businesses throughout our service territories.
2016 Skyrocket Award – Western Region Minority Supplier Development Council (WRMSDC) recognition for launching new MBE development initiatives for sustainable growth.
Sponsorship and Membership Organizations
ARIZONA
CALIFORNIA
NEVADA
REGIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
• Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
• Arizona Small Business Association
• Associated Minority Contractors of America
• Black Chamber of Arizona
• Pacific Southwest Minority Supplier Development Council • Southwest Veterans Chamber of Commerce
• American Indian Chamber of Commerce of California
• High Desert Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
• Southern California Minority Supplier Development Council
• Asian Chamber of Commerce • Latin Chamber of Commerce • SCORE
• Urban Chamber of Commerce
• Women’s Business Enterprise Council-West
• Western Regional Minority Supplier Development Council
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