The official State website for Fuel Assistance in Vermont.
Fuel Assistance (also known as Home Heating Assistance) can help pay part of your home heating bills whether you:
• Own your home or rent;
• Pay for heat directly or as part of rent;
• Rent a room in someone's home; or
• Live in public, subsidized, or Section 8 housing AND rent includes the cost of heat.

How do I apply?
• If you DID RECEIVE fuel assistance last season:
We will automatically send you an annual review form. Once we receive your completed form, we will review your eligibility to get fuel assistance this season. Note: you will need to complete a review form every year.

• If you DID NOT RECEIVE fuel assistance last season:
Click here to go to our online application. Or, call our Benefits Service Center at 1-800-479-6151 to request a paper application. If you need help applying, contact your local Community Action Agency. Vermonters age 60 and older may also call the Senior Helpline at 1-800-642-5119 for assistance.

Who is eligible?
You may be eligible if your gross household income is equal to or less than 185% of the federal poverty level, based on household size — regardless of the resources (e.g., savings, retirement accounts, or property) that you own. Click here for the 2010-2011 income guidelines.