GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Some West Michigan families could be eligible for financial assistance from Consumers Energy to go toward past-due bills.

Consumers Energy has allocated $2 million to support people who have past-due bills, a balance at a former address or have had their energy service shut off.

The onetime payments will be distributed by The Heat and Warmth (THAW) Fund and The Salvation Army.

“Consumers Energy is proud to again take the lead in assisting our customers in their greatest time of need – ensuring more Michigan households who need help this summer can access these funds,” said Lauren Snyder, Consumers Energy’s senior vice president, chief customer and growth officer. “We want anyone who’s concerned about making ends meet to know you can count on us to help ease some of

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