James Sánchez

The application period for the 2023-2024 winter season of the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) is open. CEAP provides vulnerable state homeowners and renters with crucial support for the associated costs with heating their homes. Applications for the 2023-2024 winter season must be received by May 31, 2024.

If you are interested, there are several ways to apply:

• Visit ct.gov/heatinghelp
• Call your local community action agency and request application assistance or schedule an in-person appointment (Click here for the list of phone numbers)
• Download and complete the CEAP application. Mail the completed application and required documents to your local community action agency. (Click here for the list of mailing addresses)

Additional information on the application process can be obtained by visiting ct.gov/heatinghelp or calling 2-1-1. 

Basic benefits toward heating bills range from $180 to $530 depending on income, size of household, and need. Benefits are available for households with incomes up to 60% of the state median income, which equates to roughly $79,910 for a family of four. These benefits are usually paid directly to the utility company or fuel supplier. Households that heat with deliverable fuels like oil or propane may be eligible for multiple free tank refills.

Operation Fuel is also accepting applications for utility bill assistance through October 27. The organization provides emergency energy and utility assistance, such as water, electricity, gas, and deliverable fuel, to households in Connecticut that are facing financial crisis. To ensure that your application is complete, gather proof of the following:

• The last 4 weeks of income for all members in the household over 18
• The name of your fuel vendor (if you are a deliverable fuel customer)
• The most recent utility bill and payment history (if you are an electric, gas, and water customer)

Apply To Operation Fuel's Energy Assistance Program

Please share these available resources to our most vulnerable community members, thank you.