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The Heat and Warmth Fund, known as THAW, has provided energy and utility assistance to more than 335,000 Michigan households since its inception in 1985. Host Stephen Henderson sits down with the nonprofit’s new CEO, Katrina McCree, and the Executive Chair of THAW’s Board of Directors, Tanya Hill, to talk about THAW’s mission and goals. McCree explains how THAW is receiving more requests for financial assistance due to inflation, job losses, and other hardships. She explains how the organization works with families to come up with long-term solutions so that they can sustain their lifestyle and keep up with energy and utility payments. Hill talks about how THAW supports families year-round — not just when the temperatures drop. She also offers her thoughts on the current landscape for nonprofits and explains how THAW partners with other agencies to provide a variety of support for clients.