Energize Your Wallet
Get Help with Energy Bills
With winter months approaching, Gibson Electric Membership Corporation wants to remind our member-owners of federal funding available to help pay for heating your home.
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) can help you pay your heating or cooling bills or get emergency services during an energy crisis. You may be eligible for help with your energy bills based on your income.
In Tennessee, LIHEAP is administered through a network of 19 local agencies that reach all 95 counties. LIHEAP is a one-time assistance offered to help defray heating and cooling expenses, as long as funding is available.
The online application and eligibility requirements are available at https://thda.org/help-for-homeowners/energy-assistance-programs/low-income-home-energy-assistance-program-liheap.
Gibson Electric member-owners in Crockett, Dyer, Lake, Obion and Weakley counties should contact the Northwest Tennessee Economic Development Council at 731-364-3228, and member-owners in Haywood and Madison counties should contact the Southwest HRA at 731-989-5111 for more information and assistance with applications.
In Kentucky, LIHEAP is administered by the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, which contracts with Community Action Agencies across the state to receive LIHEAP applications and provide recipient benefits. Qualified applicants are encouraged to contact their local agency outreach office for specific application instructions. West Kentucky Allied Services, Inc. serves Gibson Electric member-owners in Carlilse, Fulton, Graves and Hickman counties. Contact 270-247-4046 or find your local office at https://wkas-ky.org/contact/.
If you don’t qualify for low-income assistance, but need additional time to pay your bill, you can set up your own payment arrangement through our app or online portal. If you need assistance with a payment arrangement, please call your local member service center:
- Alamo – 731-696-5961
- Clinton – 270-653-2425
- Tiptonville – 731-253-7181
- Trenton – 731-855-4660
- Troy – 731-536-5920
Join Gibson Connect’s Friends and Family Campaign to Earn Rewards
In today’s fast-paced world, staying connected with friends and family has never been more essential. With that in mind, Gibson Connect has launched our Friends and Family Campaign to give our subscribers the chance to share the gift of high-speed internet with those who are important to them, all while earning rewards. New subscribers will not only benefit from their new reliable, high-speed internet, but they, too, will receive a reward.
How it Works
- Refer a Friend Credit: Current subscribers who refer a new subscriber will receive a $20 bill credit for each successful referral.
- Welcome Aboard Credit: New subscribers who join through a referral will also enjoy a $20 bill credit applied to their first bill.
It’s simple! The new subscriber just needs to enter the phone number of the referring existing subscriber in the referral code box during the sign-up process.
Building Community, One Connection at a Time
The Friends and Family Campaign is more than just a referral program; it’s a celebration of community and the bonds that bring us together. By sharing Gibson Connect with those closest to you, you’re not only helping them access quality internet service, you’re also fostering a stronger, more connected community.
As we approach the holiday season, think of all the moments that can be shared online—family gatherings, virtual celebrations, and staying in touch with loved ones near and far. By participating in this campaign, you can help ensure that everyone has the tools they need to connect.
For more information, visit www.gibsoncoops.com or contact our member service team at 731-562-6000.
Celebrating Cooperative Month: Join Us for Your Member Appreciation Event!
As national cooperative month begins, Gibson Electric Membership Corporation is excited to celebrate you—our valued member-owner. Let us show our appreciation for your support by joining us at your local member appreciation event.
Why Cooperative Month Matters
Gibson Electric stands apart from traditional utilities because we’re owned by you—the people who use our services. This unique model means you have a say in how we operate and share in our successes. Cooperative Month is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the benefits of being a member-owner and the spirit of our community.
Member Appreciation Event: What to Expect
Your lunch is on us. We’ll have your choice of pulled pork or pulled chicken sandwich, chips, drinks and desserts. You may register and pick up your food to go, or you can dine-in and visit with us. The event will also feature booths highlighting some of our most popular services like Gibson Connect Internet, phone and television, and convenient PayGo Billing. Be sure to pick up giveaways at our booths.
These events are a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow members, enjoy delicious food, and learn more about the services we offer. Come celebrate with us and see firsthand how Gibson Electric is committed to serving you.
Thank You for Being a Part of Our Cooperative
As we celebrate Cooperative Month, we want to express our sincere gratitude for your support and participation. Your involvement is what makes Gibson Electric a success. We look forward to seeing you at our Member Appreciation Event and to another year of cooperation and community spirit.
Events will be held on the following dates from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
October 3 at Clinton Member Service Center
October 15 at Troy Member Service Center
October 17 at Trenton Operations Building
October 22 at Alamo Member Service Center
November 7 at Tiptonville Ellington Assembly Hall
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Gibson Connect: Plan designs with YOU in mind
Whether you need internet designed for a family, for working from home, for gaming or just a great simple and secure internet service, we’ve got you covered. We’ve designed plans with you in mind, and we have a plan that will fit you perfectly. You’ll find our internet packages at gibsoncoops.com/connect-home.
What is Gibson Protect?
All of our internet packages include Gibson Protect with no extra charge. Gibson Protect gives you …
Managed Wi-Fi
We’ll make sure your connection is solid and your router is up to date. If you ever have a problem, we’re only a phone call or a short drive away.
Home network security
As viruses and malware become increasingly sophisticated, your network requires an equally innovative solution. Gibson Protect helps you keep a lock on your network — and alerts you when any unwanted visitors try to enter.
The software on the router performs scans and blocks viruses before you encounter them and prevents
cyber criminals from accessing your network, keeping your sensitive information secure. We also analyze the data from thousands of malicious sites.
Phishing, hijacking, spyware, hardware and malware sites are automatically blocked.
Parental controls and content filtering
With Gibson Protect, you can manage internet screen time and content from our Smart Home app. You can create profiles for each person in your home with unique content filters, app and website access rules and time limits. You can also review web, app and online use for each profile to see where that person is spending time online.
The Smart Home app allows you to turn off or pause Wi-Fi and even create bedtime schedules.
Device prioritization
If you work from home or play video games online, it’s important to be able to give some devices top priority. The Smart Home app allows you to prioritize up to three devices and even put them on a schedule. Being able to prioritize devices allows everyone to use your network without the
risk of missing work calls or key online matches.
How do I get it?
Gibson Connect subscribers with our equipment can access all these features through the Gibson Connect Smart Home app. Download it today from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and start enjoying all the benefits!
Energize Your Wallet
Do you hit the snooze button when someone starts talking about kilowatts, electricity usage, or energy efficiency? It’s true—sometimes these can be pretty dry topics. What if you could get serious money back to make your home more energy efficient? And you could continue to keep more cash in your wallet every month because of those efforts?
Here’s the Scoop
Uncle Sam will pay you to make your home more energy efficient. If you’ve upgraded appliances or made home weatherization improvements to your primary residence since 2023, you may be eligible for tax credits or rebates for energy-efficient improvements. Here’s a sampling of what’s covered: upgraded exterior windows and doors, insulation high-efficiency (think Energy Star-rated) heat pumps, water heaters, heating, and cooling equipment, appliances, and switching to an electric vehicle or adding a home charger or rooftop solar system.
More Money, More Comfort
So, how does it work? Federal tax credits of up to $3200 per year can be claimed with your federal income taxes for the year when the upgrades are made. Just complete IRS Form 5695, follow IRS instructions, and include the form when filing your tax return. You’ll need to know the total cost of the upgrades and include relevant receipts. Given how annual total limits are structured, consider spreading your home energy efficiency improvements over a few years. Planning your upgrades can help maximize the annual credit amounts you can claim. As with any tax matter, consulting a tax professional is a good idea.
Don’t Leave Money on the Table
While the federal tax credits are managed by the IRS, federal energy rebates are handled by the states. Check here to see if your energy efficiency improvements qualify for a rebate. Keep in mind, you’ll need similar documentation and the total amount spent on the upgrades. Your wallet will thank you for the effort needed to get the cash back!
Play it Again
Let’s recap why it (literally) pays to amp up your energy efficiency efforts. Energy-efficient upgrades typically reduce consumption, lower utility bills over time and lessen the environmental impact. Not to mention, you can say adios to drafts and cold spots with energy-efficient windows and doors, and hello to improved indoor air quality with cleaner heating and cooling systems. So, what are you waiting for?
The Bottom Line
Gibson Electric Membership Corporation is all about helping our members save money and energy. Follow us on our social channels or check out gibsoncoops.com to learn more about how you can take advantage of these federal incentives for other ways to start putting more money back in your wallet.