Stay Warm This Winter with the Fuel Assistance Program

Audrey Conn
Published May 4, 2025

Stay Warm This Winter with the Fuel Assistance Program

Winter heating costs can be challenging, but New Hampshire’s Fuel Assistance Program (FAP) is here to help.


This initiative, part of the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), provides critical support to households struggling to pay for heat.
 

How the Fuel Assistance Program Works

The program offers grants to eligible households, ranging from $100 to $2,177 based on income, energy costs, and housing type. These funds are a gift, not a loan—no repayment is required.

FAP can also provide emergency support, such as fuel deliveries, delaying utility shut-offs, or referrals to other resources.

Benefits are calculated to assist the most vulnerable households, with the average benefit being $1,284.17.
 

How to Apply

To apply, contact your local Community Action Agency (CAA).

These agencies handle applications and help determine eligibility.

You can also call 211 for assistance or visit the Community Action Agencies page for more details.

 

Other Programs to Explore

Learn more at the Energy Rebates and Incentives page.

 

Winter Heating Tips

For residents heating with oil, kerosene, or propane:

  • Call your fuel supplier 10 days in advance of needing fuel.
  • Clear snow from your driveway, path, and fuel tank area.
  • Mark your tank with a visible flag and ensure house numbers are easy to see.
  • Keep exhaust vents free of debris to avoid blockages.

Stay safe and warm this winter. 

For full details on FAP and other resources, visit the Fuel Assistance Program page.

Previous article: Project RELIEF: Springfield’s Lifeline for Struggling Utility Customers


-

Overwhelmed by bills? Subscribe now and discover financial help to lighten the load!

Related Articles

$2.2 Billion in Tax Relief on the Way for Nearly 3 Million New Yorkers

The STAR program is delivering another round of property tax relief across New York, with nearly $2.2 billion earmarked for close to 3 million homeowners. In Phase 1, benefits went out to eligible...

Is a $1,390 Stimulus Check Coming in August 2025? Here’s the Latest...

With prices rising on groceries, rent, and gas, many Americans are wondering if new financial relief is on the way. Good news: a new $1,390 stimulus payment has been approved to help millions of house...

Flood Damage in Texas? Here’s How to Get FEMA Money for Repairs and Living Costs...

Flooding across Texas has left many families facing damaged homes, lost belongings, and urgent financial stress. The federal government has now activated FEMA assistance to help Texans recov...

State-by-State Energy Aid: Where to Apply Before Summer Funds Disappear...

With triple-digit temperatures hitting many parts of the country this summer, your power bill might be rising faster than your thermostat. For families and seniors struggling to stay cool, help is a...

$400, $300, $200? 8.2 Million Families Qualify for 2025 Inflation Rebate

If you live in New York and filed a state income tax return, you may be among the 8.2 million households eligible to receive a rebate check worth up to $400 starting this fall. The payment is part of ...

Rental Rebates, Monthly Income & Dividends: Up to $1,702 in Direct Payments...

From coast to coast, June 2025 is shaping up to be a major month for stimulus payments and economic relief programs. Whether you're in Alaska, Sacramento, or Pennsylvania, new financial aid ...