Warmth Support Program
The Warmth Support Program supplements Vermont’s Seasonal and Crisis Fuel Assistance services, operating between November 1 and May 31, or until funds diminish.
You are eligible for support through CVOEO's Warmth Support Program if:
- You are within 5-7 days of running out of bulk fuel
- You are in danger of having your utility service disconnected
To discuss eligibility and connect with a CVOEO staff member, begin by contacting your local team listed on this page.
In addition to offering financial support, and in an effort to help clients avoid heating crises in the future, Community Action's Warmth Support Program staff will work with you to examine your monthly income and expenses, available resources, and capacity to make realistic repayment arrangements (for past-due metered services) or to cover part of the cost of a delivery of bulk fuel.
Staff will also check if you're eligible for other supportive programs, such as 3SquaresVT and weatherization services.
Donate to the Warmth Support Program
This winter, many Vermonters will face dangerously cold homes because they simply can’t afford to pay their fuel or utility bills. The Warmth Support Program is here to change that.
Thanks to the generosity of supporters like you, we have provided over 99,505 emergency payments – helping our neighbors stay safe and warm when they need it most.
Working closely with utility providers, the Warmth Support Program team ensures:
- Your donation goes directly to utility providers to pay outstanding bills, which prevents shut-offs and keeps our neighbors safe and warm at home.
- Comprehensive support is available for urgent home heating needs.
- Neighbors receive essential information and guidance to help them to avoid future struggles.
Keep our neighbors warm this winter. Donate today.
Mail your gift, or donate online, to the Community Action Agency serving your county:
Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO)
PO Box 1265, Burlington, VT 05402, Attn: Warmth
Serving: Addison, Chittenden, Franklin, & Grand Isle Counties
BROC Community Action
45 Union Street, Rutland, VT 05701
Serving: Bennington & Rutland Counties
broc.org
Capstone Community Action
20 Gable Place, Barre, VT 05641
Serving: Lamoille, Orange, & Washington Counties
capstonevt.org
Northeast Kingdom Community Action (NEKCA)
PO Box 346, Newport, VT 05850
Serving: Caledonia, Essex, & Orleans Counties
nekcavt.org
Southeastern Vermont Community Action (SEVCA)
91 Buck Drive, Westminster, VT 05158
Serving: Windham & Windsor Counties
sevca.org
"Thank you, thank you, thank you. You do not know how much it meant to me to be able to talk to someone who was so kind and understanding. It has been difficult to cover all the bills, and I am so grateful for your help."
- Warmth Support Program client
About the Warmth Support Program
Many Vermonters will face dangerously low home temperatures this winter because they cannot afford to pay their fuel or utility bills. The Warmth Support Program is here to help. Since its inception in 1986, the program has provided over 95,700 emergency disbursements to help our neighbors avert life-threatening heating crises.
In close collaboration with utility partners, Warmth Support Program staff offer wraparound services and provide essential information and counseling to help individuals and families avoid crises in the future. Funds are distributed by local, knowledgeable, and compassionate staff who ensure that every dollar contributed goes directly to support our community members in need.
"Warmth literally saved people’s lives this year."
- CVOEO Seasonal and Crisis Fuel staff member
Give the gift of warmth
The Warmth Support Program depends on the generosity of our community. Together, we can support our most vulnerable neighbors throughout the winter.
Donate to CVOEO's Warmth Support Program:
Contact us
Addison County
- Phone: 802-388-2285
- Hours: 8 am to 4 pm, Mon – Fri, except holidays
Chittenden County
- Phone: 802-863-6248
- Hours: 8:30 am to 4 pm, Mon – Fri, except holidays
Franklin & Grand Isle Counties
- Phone: 802-527-7392
- Hours: 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, Mon – Fri, except holidays
After hours crisis line
- Phone: 877-295-7998
- Hours: Daily (5:00PM – 7:00AM), late November-late April
Emergency line
- Phone: 866-331-7741
- Hours: Weekends and holidays, 8:30AM – 4:00PM
Thank you to the compassionate neighbors whose generous donations make this program possible, as well as our dedicated utility partners.