The Salvation Army and American Electric Power to distribute free home weatherization kits at food pantry

The Salvation Army of Fort Wayne, in partnership with American Electric Power, will provide free home weatherization kits to families visiting its food pantry while supplies last.

The Salvation Army of Fort Wayne news release:

The Salvation Army and American Electric Power to Distribute Free Home Weatherization Kits at Food Pantry

Fort Wayne, Indiana (November 11, 2026) – The Salvation Army of Fort Wayne, in partnership with American Electric Power (AEP), will provide free home weatherization kits to families visiting its food pantry while supplies last.

The weatherization kits were funded by American Electric Power and are designed to help households improve energy efficiency, reduce drafts, and lower home heating costs during the colder months.

Each free kit includes:

  • Two self-adhesive door sweeps
  • Expanding spray foam for sealing cracks and gaps
  • Door and window weatherstripping tape
  • Foam outlet and light switch insulators

“Everyone deserves a warm, comfortable home,” said Heyde Mitchell, senior energy efficiency and consumer program coordinator, Indiana Michigan Power. “We’re excited to partner with The Salvation Army and provide kits filled with products that give families practical tools to prepare their homes for the colder months ahead.”

Representatives from American Electric Power will be on site during the distribution to meet with pantry guests and discuss ways families can improve energy efficiency in their homes.

The weatherization kits will be distributed free of charge to food pantry clients on a first come, first served basis while supplies last.

 

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