Energy assistance began accepting applications in October.
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A new application is needed each year.
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Income guidelines and grant amounts have changed.
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$1,500 in crisis funding is available for those who qualify, and applicants must ask for crisis.
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2022-23 applications are available at: https://mn.gov/commerce/consumers/consumer-assistance/energy-assistance/
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Energy assistance is intended for winter use; electric accounts should be kept current while waiting for assistance.
Minnesota counties
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Aitkin, Carlton, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, and Pine: https://www.lakesandpines.org/
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Benton, Stearns, Sherburne, and Morrison: https://tricap.org/assistance/energy-assistance/
Wisconsin counties
Note: Wisconsin residents should check with local counties for assistance, and are first-come, first-served. http://homeenergyplus.wi.gov/section.asp?linkid=119&locid=25
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Burnett and Washburn: West CAP, 715-265-4271 or 800-606-9227
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Douglas: Northwest Community Services Agency, 715-392-5127 ext. 102
For more information regarding assistance for utility bills or to make payment arrangements, call ECE at 1-800-254-7944.