United Way of Greater KC says there's help to pay heating bill Resources are available to help with increased heating bills. and last updated 2021-02-25 06:59:09-05 KANSAS CITY, Mo. â The United Way of Greater Kansas City is letting people know if they're having difficulty paying bills this winter, there's help. Arctic cold plunged temperatures into the single digits and below zero during a two-week period in early and mid-February. As a result of the dangerous cold, heat in many homes stayed on or was increased for an extended period of time. Todd Jordan with the United Way of Greater Kansas City said the first step for anyone looking for help is to call 211 or visit the United Way of Greater Kansas City's website.