COLLINSVILLE, Ill. (WSIL) -- Ameren Illinois customers struggling with high energy bills can now access additional financial support. A new program offers a $150 grant to income-qualified customers through local Illinois LIHEAP agencies.

This initiative is part of a $4 million effort by Ameren to assist those affected by rising electricity prices and extreme summer heat. Joe Solari, vice president of customer experience at Ameren, emphasized the importance of reaching out to LIHEAP agencies for eligibility and application assistance.

"Our Illinois LIHEAP partners are stepping up to help us distribute much needed bill payment grants to customers who are experiencing financial difficulties due to higher electricity prices," said Joe Solari, vice president of customer experience at Ameren.

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