Dollar Energy Fund

We Help Families Maintain Utility Services.

For more than 40 years, we’ve served the limited-income community by providing utility assistance grants to families and individuals in need.

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We partner with utility companies across the United States to provide assistance grants and other programs to help utility customers maintain basic gas, water, wastewater and electric services.
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We help support households facing a utility crisis by providing assistance and other services that lead to self-sufficiency.

Dollar Energy Fund specializes in the administration of limited-income utility assistance programs, creates customized software technology and offers a variety of customer service call center resources. Our programs utilize innovative techniques to provide our clients with quality solutions to serve their customer base.

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Years In Operation

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Utility Assistance Grants

Families and Individuals

Resources

Helpful Tools to Get Started

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Eligibility Tool

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MyApp Connect

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Agency Finder

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Income Calculator

How it works

Whether you are seeking an assistance grant from our program or interested in making a donation, we want to make the process as easy as possible.

Contact your utility company

Start by contacting your utility company. They will help determine your eligibility and provide you with information on a number of different assistance programs available for customers in need.

Submit your application

Apply online through MyApp Connect, or use our Agency Finder to locate a community-based agency that can help you apply in person. To complete your application, you’ll need a copy of your utility bill and proof of income for everyone in your household.

Apply Online

Receive utility assistance

Our team reviews your application and documentation to verify your eligibility. If you qualify, we'll work directly with your utility company to apply an assistance grant to your account or enroll you in the programs you're eligible for.

Multiple ways to give

There are many ways you can help make an impact for your neighbors in need. Whether you contribute through our website, add a donation to your monthly utility bill or mail a check, your contribution will go directly to help households who are struggling to afford basic utility services.

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Donations stay local

We believe in neighbors helping neighbors. Your donation will be designated for distribution in your area, allowing you to be a neighborhood hero for those struggling to afford basic utility services.

Donations are matched

Most donations made to Dollar Energy Fund receive a dollar-for-dollar match from our partnering utility companies. Double the impact your contributions have in your community by donating to Dollar Energy Fund today.

Dollar Energy Fund Is Here For You

If you are facing a utility service termination, you may be eligible for assistance from our organization.