A network of organizations and resources to help you afford your utilities
In addition to the programs we operate, we have curated this page that contains helpful links for utility rate payers who need assistance with bill payment, are interested in energy conservation and seek other helpful information on energy advocacy
Bill Payment Assistance
Energy Assistance Program
Minnesota Department of Commerce
Energy Assistance Application
Online MN Energy Assistance Application
First Call for Help
Informational and referral service for assistance programs in MN
Salvation Army HeatShare
Need based heating assistance
Hennepin County Emergency Assistance
For Hennepin County residents facing utility shut off
Ramsey County Emergency Assistance
For Ramsey County residents facing utility shut off
Washington County Emergency Assistance
For Washington County residents experiencing pregnancy or with minor children in the home facing utility shut off
CenterPoint Gas Affordability Program
Bill assistance for CenterPoint Gas customers
Minnesota Power Affordability Program
Bill assistance for Minnesota Power customers
Minnesota Energy Resources Bill Assistance
Bill assistance for Minnesota Energy Resources customers
Otter Tail Power Bill Assistance
Bill assistance for Otter Tail Power customers
Home Energy Efficiency Programs
The Home Energy Squad
In home visit to help reduce energy costs and increase comfort with energy efficient installs
Xcel Energy Conservation Services
Energy saving solutions for homes and businesses
Minnesota Housing Finance Agency
State agency that helps with financing home repairs
CenterPoint Energy Low Income Rental Efficiency Program
Program for property owners with low income tenants looking to weatherize propertie
Government & Other Resources
Minnesota Public Utilities Commission
Governing body that regulates large utilities in MN
Minnesota Department of Commerce
Oversees more than 40 industries in MN to protect consumer interests
Minnesota Legislature
The legislative branch is responsible for the enactment and revision of laws
Office of Attorney General - Residential Utilities Division
File complains with the Attorney General about utilities
LIHEAP Clearing House
Official federal hub for information on how LIHEAP operates across states, tribes, and territories
National Consumer Law Center
National network of legal aid
National Community Action Foundation
Independent voice for America’s Community Action Agencies in Washington, D.C.
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
MN state association of nonprofits
Minnesota Legal Services
Works to improve understanding and access to the civil legal justice system for all Minnesotans
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