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Quick Facts about the Utility Emergency Services Fund

• UESF was founded in 1983 by community activists in the wake of several fatalities stemming from extreme temperatures.

• Since 1983, UESF has provided support totaling more that $55,000,000 to the low-income households in Philadelphia.

• Over 131,000 low-income households have benefited from a grant during our existence.

• Over 354,000 people have benefited from a grant from UESF.

• 44% of UESF clients derive income from pension, disability and social security.

• 67% of the households served have children.

• The average household contains 2.7 people

• 79% of the households have a female head of household.

• The average household income of a UESF client is $12,200.

• 34% of UESF clients derive income from employment.

• Senior citizens comprise over 15% of UESF's clients.

• Only 25% of UESF clients seek additional assistance within 5 years.

• John Rowe was named as the 4th Executive Director in March, 2007.