Energy Assistance - Richmond, Richmond Department of Social Services
900 East Marshall Street, Richmond, VA 23219
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An application is required; call your local department of social services for more information.
No fee
Richmond, VA
Description
The Energy Assistance Program consists of three components: Fuel Assistance assists low-income eligible households by supplementing home energy costs. Applications are accepted the second Tuesday in October through the second Friday in November. Crisis Assistance assists low-income households with energy related emergencies. Applications are accepted November 1st through March 15th. All crisis assistance is based on availability of funds. Cooling Assistance assists households in acquiring or repairing cooling equipment and /or payment of electric bills to operate cooling equipment. Applications are accepted June 15th through August 15th. Additional information about EAP is available at www.dss.virginia.gov. Apply online anytime at www.commonhelp.virginia.gov, or by phone at 1-855-635-4370.
Providing organization
Richmond Department of Social Services
To strengthen families, assure safety, promote self-sufficiency, and improve the quality of life for all citizens of the city of Richmond through community engagement.