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Source review: Oct 13, 2026

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  • Approval and the amount for an individual case are unconfirmed.
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  • A current deadline was not confirmed; check with the organization before applying.
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Housing & utilitiesProgramState program · VT

Vermont Department for Children and Families

Crisis Fuel Assistance — Vermont

Seasonal help for households facing a heating crisis.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Call the local Community Action agency first and apply in person; it may accept phone applications from older people or people with disabilities unable to visit.

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    Call the local Community Action agency first and apply in person; it may accept phone applications from older people or people with disabilities unable to visit.

Official source & instructions

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

VT; the organization confirms the service area and applicable requirements.

  • VT

What it offers

May help buy fuel, pay electricity needed for heating, and negotiate payment plans or prevent shutoffs.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Households with monthly income up to 200% of the federal poverty level and a heating crisis, such as running out of fuel without money to buy more.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Renewal information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Contact information

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Sources & verification

Verification status
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Source review
Oct 13, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 13, 2026
Last updated
Oct 13, 2026

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