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Chương trình Hỗ trợ Khách hàng & Cứu trợ Dịch vụ Thiết yếu (CARES) của Cơ quan Quản lý Nước vùng Duyên hải Marina (MCWD), do Quỹ Dollar Energy Fund điều hành, hỗ trợ các khách hàng sử dụng dịch vụ tiện ích đủ điều kiện bằng cách cung cấp một khoản tài trợ hàng năm được trừ trực tiếp vào hóa đơn và phân bổ dưới dạng tiền tích lũy hàng tháng. MCWD cam kết hỗ trợ cộng đồng thông qua việc cung cấp hỗ trợ tài chính cho các khách hàng có thu nhập hạn chế. Sứ mệnh của MCWD được xây dựng dựa trên sự tôn trọng, thấu cảm và tinh thần phụng sự. MCWD luôn nỗ lực hỗ trợ kịp thời cho các hộ gia đình đang gặp khó khăn về tài chính, nhằm đảm bảo nguồn nước an toàn và ổn định cho mỗi hộ dân. Các hướng dẫn chương trình và yêu cầu về điều kiện tham gia có thể thay đổi.
Chương trình MCWD CARES diễn ra từ ngày 1 tháng 7 đến hết ngày 30 tháng 6 năm sau, tạo điệu kiện cho khách hàng có cơ hội đăng ký tham gia vào hai đợt: Từ tháng 5 đến tháng 7 và từ tháng 11 đến tháng 12.
Để đăng ký tham gia chương trình CARES của MCWD, khách hàng phải đang sử dụng dịch vụ hoạt động tại MCWD và không có khoản nợ hóa đơn quá hạn (trên 30 ngày).
Các khoản trợ cấp được phân bổ theo nguyên tắc ưu tiên hồ sơ nộp trước giải quyết trước cho đến khi hết ngân sách.
Khách hàng chỉ được nhận tối đa một khoản trợ cấp có hiệu lực trong suốt năm diễn ra chương trình. Khách hàng phải xin lại trợ cấp mỗi năm trong đợt đăng ký mở rộng để tiếp tục nhận hỗ trợ.
Trường hợp dịch vụ tiện ích của khách hàng đã bị ngắt hoặc đang có nguy cơ bị chấm dứt tại thời điểm nộp đơn xin, và mức tài trợ tối đa không đủ để khôi phục dịch vụ hoặc ngăn chặn việc chấm dứt dịch vụ thì hồ sơ xin trợ cấp sẽ bị từ chối. Số tiền cần thiết để khôi phục dịch vụ hoặc ngăn chặn việc chấm dứt hợp đồng sẽ do cơ quan quản lý dịch vụ tiện ích xem xét và quyết định. Khách hàng sẽ nhận được thông báo cho biết hồ sơ đăng ký của họ đã bị từ chối, và họ cần phải nộp thêm một khoản thanh toán bổ sung để đủ điều kiện tham gia chương trình.
Tên trên tài khoản phải là tên của một người trưởng thành hiện đang cư trú tại ngôi nhà đó.
Tài khoản phải là tài khoản tiện ích cho nhà ở, nhà riêng hoặc căn hộ Không áp dụng với các tài khoản cho các cơ sở thương mại, công nghiệp hoặc các căn hộ dùng chung dịch vụ tiện ích.
Tất cả người nộp đơn phải cung cấp hồ sơ xác minh thu nhập.
Không được dùng các khoản tài trợ để trang trải khoản đặt cọc ký quỹ hoặc phí kết nối lại.
Tổng thu nhập gộp của hộ gia đình đối với khách hàng của tất cả các công ty dịch vụ tiện ích khác phải ở mức bằng hoặc dưới 200% Hướng dẫn về Thu nhập Nghèo Liên bang. Sử dụng Bảng tính Thu nhập của chúng tôi hoặc biểu đồ bên dưới để xác định xem tổng thu nhập tổng (trước thuế) của quý vị có nằm trong ngưỡng đủ điều kiện tham gia chương trình không.
Quy mô hộ gia đình 200% hàng tháng 200% hàng năm 1 $2,660 $31,920 2 $3,607 $43,280 3 $4,553 $54,640 4 $5,500 $66,000 5 $6,447 $77,360 6 $7,393 $88,720 7 $8,340 $100,080 8 $9,287 $111,440 Mỗi người lớn thêm $947 $11,360
West Virginia American Water customers who have a total household income of $30,120 or less, regardless of the number of people in the household, may be eligible for a reduced monthly rate on their water and/or wastewater bills.
California American Water’s Hardship Program provides one-time assistance grants to customers that are applied directly to their utility bill. Program guidelines and eligibility requirements are subject to change.
Open from November 3, 2025, through September 30, 2026, for services that are off or in threat of termination.
Grants are dispersed on a first come, first serve basis to eligible applicants while funding is available.
Applicants must have an outstanding balance on their utility bill of at least $100.
The maximum grant amount an applicant may receive is $750.
Applicants can only receive one grant per utility, per program year. (10/1/2025 – 9/30/2026)
Grant awards are based on need and each family’s circumstances are different. Grant amounts are determined on a case-to-case basis.
If a customer’s utility service is off or in threat of termination when they apply and the maximum grant amount will not restore service or stop termination, the application will be denied. The amount needed to restore service or stop a termination is determined by utility review. Notification will be sent to the customer advising them that their application was denied and that an additional payment is required in order to be considered for assistance.
Total gross household income must be at or below 250% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines. Use our Income Calculator, or the chart below, to find out if your gross (before tax) income is within the range of eligibility for the program.
Household Size 250% Monthly 250% Yearly 1 $3,325 $39,900 2 $4,508 $54,100 3 $5,692 $68,300 4 $6,875 $82,500 5 $8,058 $96,700 6 $9,242 $110,900 7 $10,425 $125,100 8 $11,608 $139,300 Each add’l add $1,183 $14,200
The Aqua Aid Program provides one-time assistance grants to Aqua PA customers that are applied directly to their utility bill. Program guidelines and eligibility requirements are subject to change.
Open from November 3, 2025, through September 30, 2026, for services that are off or in threat of termination.
Customers who are experiencing a leak may be eligible for assistance regardless of service status. To qualify for leak repair assistance, you must be enrolled in CAP. If you are already enrolled in CAP, you can apply for the Leak Repair Program by calling the Aqua Assistance team at 412-208-6818 to begin the enrollment process. You may also qualify for a grant to assist with a high balance as a result of the leak.
Grants are dispersed on a first come, first serve basis to eligible applicants while funding is available.
The maximum grant amount an applicant may receive is $500.
Applicants can only receive one grant per utility, per program year. (10/1/2025 – 9/30/2026)
Grant awards are based on need and each family’s circumstances are different. Grant amounts are determined on a case-to-case basis.
If a customer’s utility service is off or in threat of termination when they apply and the maximum grant amount will not restore service or stop termination, the application will be denied. The amount needed to restore service or stop a termination is determined by utility review. Notification will be sent to the customer advising them that their application was denied and that an additional payment is required in order to be considered for assistance.
Total gross household income must be at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines. Use our Income Calculator, or the chart below, to find out if your gross (before tax) income is within the range of eligibility for the program.
Quy mô hộ gia đình 200% hàng tháng 200% hàng năm 1 $2,660 $31,920 2 $3,607 $43,280 3 $4,553 $54,640 4 $5,500 $66,000 5 $6,447 $77,360 6 $7,393 $88,720 7 $8,340 $100,080 8 $9,287 $111,440 Mỗi người lớn thêm $947 $11,360
The Aqua Illinois Customer Assistance Program (CAP) is a discount program designed to provide monthly financial assistance for residential water and/or wastewater customers. Program guidelines and eligibility requirements are subject to change.
Applicant must be a residential water and/or wastewater customer of Aqua Illinois.
Once enrolled, customers will be required to recertify their household member and income information on an annual basis to remain enrolled in the program.
Total gross household income must be at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines. Use our Income Calculator, or the chart below, to find out if your gross (before tax) income is within the range of eligibility for the program. Household income should be calculated using the before tax amount for all household members, excluding minors.
Household Size 150% Monthly 150% Yearly 1 $1,995 $23,940 2 $2,705 $32,460 3 $3,415 $40,980 4 $4,125 $49,500 5 $4,835 $58,020 6 $5,545 $66,540 7 $6,255 $75,060 8 $6,965 $83,580 Each add’l add $710 $8,520
Eligible applicants receive a 70% discount on their monthly volumetric charge (all usage).
AlexRenew has partnered with Dollar Energy Fund to administer its Lifeline Emergency Assistance Program (LEAP) to assist customers having difficulty paying their wastewater bills. The program provides one-time assistance grants to AlexRenew customers that are applied directly to their utility bill. Grants are dispersed on a first come, first serve basis to eligible applicants while funding is available. Program guidelines and eligibility requirements are subject to change.
Open from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026, to all eligible applicants regardless of service status.
Applicants must have paid at least $100 on their accounts in the past three months. Senior Citizens, age 62 and over, must have paid at least $50 on their accounts.
Applicants must have an outstanding balance on their utility bill of at least $100.
Senior Citizens, age 62 and over, must have an outstanding balance on their utility bill of at least $50.
The maximum grant amount an applicant may receive is $350.
Applicants can only receive one grant per utility, per program year. (10/1/2025 – 9/30/2026)
Grant awards are based on need and each family’s circumstances are different. Grant amounts are determined on a case-to-case basis.
If a customer’s utility service is off or in threat of termination when they apply and the maximum grant amount will not restore service or stop termination, the application will be denied. The amount needed to restore service or stop a termination is determined by utility review. Notification will be sent to the customer advising them that their application was denied and that an additional payment is required in order to be considered for assistance.
The Washington Water Service Hardship Program, which is administered by Dollar Energy Fund, assists eligible utility customers with their Washington Water Service bills. Customers may be eligible to receive a one-time grant that is applied directly to their utility bill. Program guidelines and eligibility requirements are subject to change.
Open from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026, for services that are off or in threat of termination.
Grants are dispersed on a first come, first serve basis to eligible applicants while funding is available.
Applicants must have paid at least $75 on their account in the three months prior to applying for a grant.
Senior Citizens, age 62 and over, must have paid $50 on their accounts in the three months prior to applying for a grant.
Pledges made on an applicant’s behalf and other grants cannot be counted toward the sincere effort of payment. Exceptions may be made in cases of extreme hardships.
Applicants must have an outstanding balance on their bill of at least $100.
The maximum grant amount an applicant may receive is $200.
Applicants can only receive one grant per utility, per program year. (10/1/2025 – 9/30/2026)
Grant awards are based on need and each family’s circumstances are different. Grant amounts are determined on a case-to-case basis.
If a customer’s utility service is off or in threat of termination when they apply and the maximum grant amount will not restore service or stop termination, the application will be denied. The amount needed to restore service or stop a termination is determined by utility review. Notification will be sent to the customer advising them that their application was denied and that an additional payment is required in order to be considered for assistance.
All applicants must provide verification of income.
Income-eligible clients must apply for all federally-funded programs when those programs are open.
Account must be residential, single home or apartment. No “cooking only,” commercial, industrial, or apartments with shared utility service.
Name on account must be that of an adult who is currently living in the home.
Dollar Energy Fund grants cannot be used to cover security deposits or reconnection fees.
Total gross household income must be at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines. Use our Income Calculator, or the chart below, to find out if your gross (before tax) income is within the range of eligibility for the program.
Household Size 200% Monthly 200% Yearly 1 $2,660 $31,920 2 $3,607 $43,280 3 $4,553 $54,640 4 $5,500 $66,000 5 $6,447 $77,360 6 $7,393 $88,720 7 $8,340 $100,080 8 $9,287 $111,440 Each add’l add $947 $11,360
The New Mexico Water Service Hardship Program, which is administered by Dollar Energy Fund, assists eligible utility customers with their New Mexico Water Service bills. Customers may be eligible to receive a one-time grant that is applied directly to their utility bill. Program guidelines and eligibility requirements are subject to change.
Open from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026, for services that are off or in threat of termination.
Grants are dispersed on a first come, first serve basis to eligible applicants while funding is available.
Applicants must have paid at least $75 on their account in the three months prior to applying for a grant.
Senior Citizens, age 62 and over, must have paid $50 on their accounts in the three months prior to applying for a grant.
Pledges made on an applicant’s behalf and other grants cannot be counted toward the sincere effort of payment. Exceptions may be made in cases of extreme hardships.
Applicants must have an outstanding balance on their bill of at least $100.
The maximum grant amount an applicant may receive is $200.
Applicants can only receive one grant per utility, per program year. (10/1/2025 – 9/30/2026)
Grant awards are based on need and each family’s circumstances are different. Grant amounts are determined on a case-to-case basis.
If a customer’s utility service is off or in threat of termination when they apply and the maximum grant amount will not restore service or stop termination, the application will be denied. The amount needed to restore service or stop a termination is determined by utility review. Notification will be sent to the customer advising them that their application was denied and that an additional payment is required in order to be considered for assistance.
All applicants must provide verification of income.
Income-eligible clients must apply for all federally-funded programs when those programs are open.
Account must be residential, single home or apartment. No “cooking only,” commercial, industrial, or apartments with shared utility service.
Name on account must be that of an adult who is currently living in the home.
Dollar Energy Fund grants cannot be used to cover security deposits or reconnection fees.
Total gross household income must be at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines. Use our Income Calculator, or the chart below, to find out if your gross (before tax) income is within the range of eligibility for the program.
Household Size 200% Monthly 200% Yearly 1 $2,660 $31,920 2 $3,607 $43,280 3 $4,553 $54,640 4 $5,500 $66,000 5 $6,447 $77,360 6 $7,393 $88,720 7 $8,340 $100,080 8 $9,287 $111,440 Each add’l add $947 $11,360