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LIHEAP - Fuel Assistance
175 Lancaster Street, Suite 216, Portland, ME 04101
Federal fuel assistance program (HEAP) for Cumberland County. One-time seasonal payment to your heating fuel vendor. Covers oil, gas, electric, propane, kerosene, wood, and coal. Benefit amount based on household size and income.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- Available to low-income homeowners and renters in Cumberland County. Household income must be at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Level or 60% of State Median Income, whichever is higher. There is no asset limit. Benefits are based on household size, income, and energy costs.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Keep ME Warm Fund
Statewide support
Statewide emergency heating assistance for households that are not eligible for limited fuel programs or have exhausted other resources. Keep ME Warm provides emergency heating assistance when other fuel resources are unavailable or exhausted. Call 2-1-1 to get connected with help.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- 2-1-1 available 24/7
- Who this helps
- Designed for Maine households that may not be eligible for, or have already exhausted, federal and state fuel assistance programs like HEAP. Community Action Agencies use funds to help households that may not be eligible for limited federal, state, or local fuel assistance.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Penquis Heating Assistance (HEAP) and Weatherization
262 Harlow St, Bangor, ME 04401
Penquis serves HEAP households in Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Knox counties. Weatherization eligibility is confirmed through Penquis. Fuel payments go directly to your vendor. Weatherization includes insulation, air sealing, and heating system upgrades at no cost.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Who this helps
- LIHEAP: household income at or below 150% of Federal Poverty Level or 60% of State Median Income. Penquis serves Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Knox counties; Weatherization eligibility depends on household and home requirements. HEAP eligibility depends on household income and other factors. Weatherization has additional home requirements.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Community Concepts - Fuel & Weatherization
240 Bates St, Lewiston, ME 04240
HEAP serves Androscoggin and Oxford counties. Weatherization serves Androscoggin, Oxford, and Cumberland counties. Eligible heating sources include natural gas, heating oil, kerosene, propane, wood, wood pellets, biobricks, coal, corn, and electricity. Weatherization grants may cover insulation, weather-stripping, caulking, and safety-related repairs. CHIP may repair or replace unsafe central heating systems.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Who this helps
- HEAP income limits vary by household size and are published by MaineHousing for the 2026–27 season. HEAP serves Androscoggin and Oxford counties; Weatherization serves Androscoggin, Oxford, and Cumberland counties and requires HEAP eligibility.
Confirm details with the organization.
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KVCAP - Fuel & Weatherization
101 Water St, Waterville, ME 04901
LIHEAP fuel assistance and weatherization for Kennebec and Somerset county residents. One-time seasonal fuel payment plus emergency funds if you run out. Free weatherization upgrades to reduce energy costs long-term.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- HEAP income limits depend on household size. Check MaineHousing’s 2026–2027 guidelines; weatherization eligibility has additional requirements.
Confirm details with the organization.
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YCCAC Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
6 Spruce St, Sanford, ME 04073
YCCAC provides HEAP heating assistance for eligible York County households; Community Concepts administers weatherization. Seasonal fuel payment covers oil, gas, electric, propane, wood, and coal. Community Concepts administers weatherization for eligible York County households.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Who this helps
- HEAP eligibility depends on household size and gross household income limits; additional criteria may apply. Community Concepts administers weatherization for eligible York County households; contact them for current requirements.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Efficiency Maine
Statewide support
Help with the cost of heat pumps, insulation, and other home energy upgrades. Compare current rebates and check the requirements before starting a project.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call center: Monday-Friday, 8 AM-5 PM, except state holidays.
- Who this helps
- Maine residents planning an eligible energy upgrade. Requirements differ by rebate and property type. Income verification alone does not guarantee a rebate.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Energy Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP)
222 Saint John Street, Suite 206-207, Portland, ME 04102
Emergency fuel assistance for households facing an energy crisis, such as running out of fuel or facing utility shutoff. Up to $400 or 100 gallons for eligible Cumberland County households, November through April.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- Cumberland County households may qualify with an approved HEAP application for the current heating season, no remaining HEAP benefits, and critically low fuel. Households facing a utility disconnect that threatens home heating and unable to pay may also qualify.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Avec Community Action - Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
18 Avery Lane, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Administers LIHEAP fuel assistance, energy crisis intervention, and weatherization for Hancock and Washington counties. Helps pay for heating oil, propane, wood, electricity, and more.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 7:00 AM-4:00 PM (Ellsworth office)
- Who this helps
- Hancock or Washington County residents within LIHEAP income guidelines. Homeowners and renters eligible.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Central Heating Improvement Program (CHIP)
Statewide support
Help repairing or replacing a central heating system for eligible households. CHIP is administered by local Community Action Agencies, with priority given to households without heat.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Ask your local agency about application appointments and urgent assistance.
- Who this helps
- Households must qualify for HEAP and the home must be structurally sound. Limited help may also be available for rental homes with HEAP-eligible tenants.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Low-Income Assistance Program (LIAP)
Statewide support
Help with electric bills for qualifying households. Contact your utility with questions about your LIAP benefit or enrollment.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- MPUC Consumer Assistance: Monday-Friday, 9 AM-4 PM. No walk-in visits.
- Who this helps
- Eligibility can be established through HEAP or qualifying DHHS benefits and income requirements. Contact your utility with questions about your benefit or enrollment.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Catholic Charities Maine Relief & Hope Services
Statewide support
Details not fully confirmed
Relief & Hope offers limited funds for immediate crisis or emergency needs that cannot be met through other agencies or community resources.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- The program asks callers to seek help for basic, urgent needs that cannot be met by other agencies, provide information verifying the situation, and try other financial options first. It cannot fund ongoing or sustained needs.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
17 Stackpole Dr, Machias, ME 04654
Federal fuel assistance program (LIHEAP/HEAP) helping low-income households pay heating costs. Also offers weatherization and emergency fuel delivery.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; call to arrange phone or in-person applications
- Who this helps
- HEAP eligibility depends on household size and income; check MaineHousing's current limits. Apply early. Funds are limited.
Confirm details with the organization.
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GEECA’s Community Emergency Fuel Fund
15 King Street (Route 86), Dennysville, ME 04628
Details not fully confirmed
Emergency heating fuel assistance for residents of Dennysville, Edmunds, Pembroke, and Perry through GEECA’s Community Emergency Fuel Fund.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call for emergency assistance
- Who this helps
- Residents of Dennysville, Edmunds, Pembroke, and Perry facing heating emergencies.
Confirm details with the organization.
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The Opportunity Alliance - HEAP
222 Saint John St, Suite 206-207, Portland, ME 04102
Cumberland County's community action agency providing HEAP fuel assistance and emergency heating through the Energy Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP). Helps eligible homeowners and renters pay annual heating expenses.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- Cumberland County residents. Income-based eligibility. Apply online or call to schedule a phone appointment. ECIP may help Cumberland County households with an approved current-season HEAP application, no remaining HEAP benefits, and critically low fuel. Households facing a heating-related utility disconnect and unable to pay may also qualify.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Waldo Community Action Partners - Energy
9 Field Street, Suite 201, Belfast, ME 04915
Waldo County's community action agency providing LIHEAP fuel assistance, weatherization, and emergency heating help. Also offers the Electric Lifeline Program (LIAP/ELP) for low-income electric customers.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Who this helps
- Waldo County residents. Income-based eligibility for LIHEAP. You can apply online or contact WCAP to arrange phone or in-person help.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Midcoast Maine Community Action
34 Wing Farm Parkway, Bath, ME 04530
Sagadahoc and Lincoln County community action agency providing LIHEAP fuel assistance and emergency heating help. Serves Bath, Georgetown, Phippsburg, Woolwich, and surrounding midcoast communities.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- Residents of Sagadahoc and Lincoln counties. Income-based eligibility for LIHEAP.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Avec Community Action - Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
771 Main Street, Presque Isle, ME 04769
Avec Community Action provides HEAP, emergency heating assistance, weatherization, and heating system repair programs. Serves all of Aroostook County with multiple office locations.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM; call to schedule HEAP appointments
- Who this helps
- Aroostook County residents. Income-based eligibility. Also serves Washington and Hancock counties.
Confirm details with the organization.
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AIO Energy Assistance
1A Gordon Drive, Rockland, ME 04841
AIO provides Knox County residents with heating assistance through local fuel providers and help preventing CMP electricity disconnections. AIO provides fuel assistance to households facing energy insecurity during winter months alongside food pantry services.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Apply online or call 207-596-1043, press 2, and leave a message; no client hours are posted.
- Who this helps
- Knox County residents whose household income is below the limit in AIO's current Energy Assistance eligibility table may apply.
Confirm details with the organization.
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MaineHousing Weatherization Program
Statewide support
Help making an eligible home less drafty and more energy efficient. A home assessment determines the improvements, which are provided at no cost to qualifying households.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Ask your local agency about appointments and waiting lists.
- Who this helps
- Income-eligible homeowners and renters, and owners of eligible two- to four-unit buildings. Some households qualify through HEAP; others may qualify under separate weatherization income limits.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Fuel Assistance and Essential Needs
1 Summer St, Kennebunk, ME 04043
Emergency fuel assistance for residents of Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, and Arundel. COS partners with the three town General Assistance offices. Qualifying neighbors may receive up to three 100-gallon fills per season.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- 8:00 AM-4:00 PM; apply during office hours or call (207) 985-2102 ext. 1394 to schedule an appointment.
- Who this helps
- Residents of Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, and Arundel facing a fuel emergency.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Western Maine Community Action - Heating
20A Church St, PO Box 200, East Wilton, ME 04234
LIHEAP fuel assistance and energy programs for Franklin County residents. Helps qualified homeowners and renters pay heating costs with direct payments to fuel vendors.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Toll-free: 1-800-645-9636
- Who this helps
- Franklin County residents. Income limits depend on household size. Check MaineHousing's current 2026-2027 HEAP chart or call WMCA.
Confirm details with the organization.
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KVCAP Heating Assistance - Skowhegan
28 Research Dr, Skowhegan, ME 04976
LIHEAP fuel assistance for Somerset County residents through KVCAP's Skowhegan office. Helps qualified homeowners and renters pay heating costs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- HEAP income limits depend on household size. Check MaineHousing’s 2026–2027 guidelines.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Community Concepts - Heating Assistance
17 Market Square, South Paris, ME 04281
LIHEAP fuel assistance for Oxford County residents. Helps qualified homeowners and renters pay heating costs. Toll-free: 1-800-866-5588.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Who this helps
- Oxford County residents. Income must be at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Level or 60% of State Median Income.
Confirm details with the organization.
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CHIP, Inc. - Community Housing Improvement Project
PO Box 6, Newcastle, ME 04553
CHIP has served central and eastern Lincoln County since 1984. It offers home repairs and one heating assistance delivery per season, including firewood, from Nov 1 through Mar 1.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call and leave a voicemail; staff will return your call
- Who this helps
- Residents of Alna, Bremen, Bristol, Damariscotta, Jefferson, Newcastle, Nobleboro, Somerville, South Bristol, Waldoboro, and Whitefield who are unable to make repairs due to illness, disability, or financial need.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Midcoast Maine Community Action - Fuel Assistance
34 Wing Farm Parkway, Bath, ME 04530
LIHEAP fuel assistance for eligible residents of Lincoln and Sagadahoc counties. Toll-free: 1-800-221-2221.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- Income-eligible Lincoln/Sagadahoc residents.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Waldo Community Action Partners - Fuel Assistance
9 Field Street, Suite 201, Belfast, ME 04915
LIHEAP fuel assistance and weatherization for Waldo County. Toll-free: 1-800-498-3025.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Who this helps
- Income-eligible Waldo County residents.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Western Maine Community Action - Fuel Assistance
20A Church Street, East Wilton, ME 04234
LIHEAP fuel assistance and weatherization for Franklin County. Toll-free: 1-800-645-9636.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Who this helps
- Income-eligible Franklin County residents.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Salvation Army Bangor - Heating Assistance
65 South Park Street, Bangor, ME 04401
Details not fully confirmed
Call the Bangor Corps to ask whether heating assistance is currently available. Also offers a food pantry.
Listed hours
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Salvation Army Portland - Heating Assistance
297 Cumberland Ave, Portland, ME 04101
Details not fully confirmed
Call the Portland Corps to ask whether heating assistance is currently available.
Listed hours
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Avec Community Action - HEAP, Houlton
91 Military St, Houlton, ME 04730
Avec Community Action’s Houlton Customer Service Center offers HEAP and weatherization services. Helps income-eligible households pay heating costs during the winter season.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Income-eligible households in the Houlton area. HEAP eligibility depends on household income and size; check MaineHousing’s current limits.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Avec Community Action - HEAP, Fort Kent
40 Alfalfa Ave Suite 102, Fort Kent, ME 04743
Helps income-eligible households in the Fort Kent area cover heating costs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- By appointment
- Who this helps
- Income-eligible households in the Fort Kent and St. John Valley area. HEAP eligibility depends on household income and size; check MaineHousing’s current limits.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Carol Kaplan Fuel Fund
53 Depot St, Freeport, ME 04032
The Carol Kaplan Fuel Fund provides emergency fuel assistance to residents in need from Freeport and Pownal.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 9 AM-5 PM
- Who this helps
- Residents in need from Freeport and Pownal; FCS says services are open to every income.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Community Outreach Services Heating Assistance
Contact your town's General Assistance office; location varies by town.
COS partners with the Arundel, Kennebunk and Kennebunkport General Assistance offices to provide heating oil assistance. Kennebunk: (207) 985-2102 ext. 1394. Arundel: (207) 985-4201 ext. 113. Kennebunkport: (207) 967-0105.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call your town's General Assistance office for current hours.
- Who this helps
- Residents of Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, and Arundel. Income guidelines may apply.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Penquis Heating Assistance (Piscataquis)
50 North St, Dover-Foxcroft, ME 04426
LIHEAP fuel assistance for Piscataquis County residents. Helps eligible low-income households pay for heating fuel during the winter season.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8AM-4:30PM
- Who this helps
- Piscataquis County residents meeting federal income guidelines for LIHEAP. Documentation of income and household size required.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Penquis LIHEAP Rockland
7 High St, Rockland, ME 04841
Federal fuel assistance (LIHEAP) for income-eligible Knox County households. Helps cover heating costs during the winter season with direct payments to fuel providers.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon, Tue, Wed and Fri 8:00 AM-4:30 PM; HEAP applications by appointment.
- Who this helps
- Eligibility depends on household size, gross income, fuel and dwelling type. Check Penquis's 2026–2027 HEAP income guidelines.
Confirm details with the organization.
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MDI Community Campfire Coalition
PO Box 836, 329 Main Street, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
The MDI Community Campfire Coalition helps eligible island residents pay for heat once each heating season.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- People living on Mount Desert Island, Swan’s Island, or the Cranberry Isles may qualify. Individuals earning less than $39,125 and families of four or more earning less than $80,375 must submit an application and proof of income.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Downeast Wood Bank
23 Jill's Lane, Surry (Meadowbrook Forest)
Downeast Wood Bank gives seasoned firewood at no cost to people who rely on wood heat and face a short-term heating crisis. It serves Blue Hill, Brooklin, Ellsworth, Sedgwick, Surry, Trenton, and Lamoine.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- People in Blue Hill, Brooklin, Ellsworth, Sedgwick, Surry, Trenton, or Lamoine who rely on wood heat and face a short-term heating crisis may qualify after a short interview.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Island Heating Assistance Program (IHAP)
57 Church Street (Route 15), Deer Isle, Maine 04627
IHAP may help island residents with emergency heating fuel costs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- Island residents who need emergency heating help may request assistance.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Dolly Fisher Emergency Fund
Blue Hill Peninsula; call the Fund Administrator at 207-412-8072
The Dolly Fisher Emergency Fund offers households on the Blue Hill Peninsula emergency help with fuel, utilities, and food.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Phone monitored Monday-Friday, except holidays
- Who this helps
- Households on the Blue Hill Peninsula that need emergency help with fuel, food, or utilities may request help.
Confirm details with the organization.
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WindowDressers - Calais Community Build
13 Church Street, Calais, ME 04619
WindowDressers makes custom-fit window inserts that help keep heat in and drafts out. The Calais build is accepting 2026 requests for inserts and rewraps.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- People within a reasonable drive of a community build may request inserts or rewraps. Low-income customers who qualify for public assistance, such as LIHEAP, SNAP, or food pantry help, may receive up to 10 pine inserts per year at no charge.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Community Energy Fund of Lincoln County
PO Box 40, Bristol, ME 04539
The Community Energy Fund helps Lincoln County households with heating needs, especially those not served by state or federal programs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- Lincoln County households that need heating help may be considered, especially if state or federal programs do not serve them. A referral from a town General Assistance Administrator or Community Navigator is required.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Midcoast Wood Bank
Work site: 505 River Rd., Topsham, ME 04086
Midcoast Wood Bank provides temporary emergency firewood help in nine Midcoast towns. Households in need may receive up to two cords per season.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- By appointment
- Who this helps
- Individuals and families in need who live in Bath, West Bath, Bowdoin, Bowdoinham, Brunswick, Harpswell, Lisbon, Topsham, or Woolwich may ask for firewood help. Free wood delivery is for qualified recipients.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Warm Thy Neighbor
65 Thomas Point Road, Brunswick, Maine 04011
One-time emergency heating help for eligible low-income households in Midcoast towns served by Tedford.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Households with total income at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Guideline may qualify if they live in Brunswick, Topsham, Harpswell, Bailey Island, Cundy's Harbor, Lisbon Falls, Lisbon, Lisbon Center, Bowdoin, Bowdoinham, Durham, Arrowsic, Bath, West Bath, Georgetown, Phippsburg, Richmond, or Woolwich.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Midcoast Maine Community Action Utility Bill Help
34 Wing Farm Pkwy., Bath, Maine 04530
Seasonal help with past-due utility bills for people in Lincoln and Sagadahoc counties.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- You must live in Lincoln or Sagadahoc County and have a past-due utility bill.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Woolwich Heating Assistance Fund
13 Nequasset Road, Woolwich, Maine 04579
The Woolwich Heating Assistance Fund helps local households that are out of heating fuel or nearly out and cannot afford more. Donations fund emergency heating assistance.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Tue 8:00 AM-4:30 PM; Wed 9:00 AM-6:00 PM; Thu 8:00 AM-4:30 PM; Fri closed
- Who this helps
- Woolwich residents who are out of fuel or nearly out and cannot afford more may apply. Eligible households include retired households on fixed incomes, working households with income at or below 150% of the poverty level, seasonal workers laid off or expecting a layoff of 120 days or more, and other households in need at the Town Administrator’s discretion. Select Board members, full-time town employees, and their families cannot apply. You do not need to apply for General Assistance first.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Phippsburg Goodwill Account
1042 Main Road, Phippsburg, ME 04562
The Phippsburg Goodwill Account provides short-term emergency help to families who cannot afford heating fuel or other basic needs. Donations from residents and taxpayers fund the account.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM; 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Phippsburg families who cannot afford heating fuel or other basic necessities may be considered if they have a proven need and either do not meet General Assistance requirements or need help with an item outside its rules.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Greater Bay Area Ministerium Fuel Assistance
23 Mill Lane, Belfast, ME 04915
Greater Bay Area Ministerium fuel assistance helps residents who need oil to stay warm during winter.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- Residents who need oil to stay warm during winter may contact Belfast United Methodist Church to see whether they qualify.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Community Resource Council Fuel Fund
Mailing address: P.O. Box 43, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538; call or email CRC for help.
Call CRC to ask about the Fuel Fund.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Typically Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM; closed on major holidays and when school is closed due to bad weather.
- Who this helps
- Residents of Boothbay, Boothbay Harbor, Edgecomb, or Southport who need help with home heating. Contact CRC to ask what help is available.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Community Resource Council Woodchucks
Mailing address: P.O. Box 43, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538; call CRC to ask about receiving wood.
Call CRC to ask about getting wood through Woodchucks.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Typically Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM; closed on major holidays and when school is closed due to bad weather.
- Who this helps
- Low-income people and families on the Boothbay Peninsula whose main heat source is a wood stove or fireplace.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Arrearage Management Program (AMP)
Versant Power, Attention Assistance, PO Box 932, Bangor, ME 04402
Versant Power's AMP helps eligible residential customers reduce past-due electricity bills through monthly credits.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
- Who this helps
- People who have applied for or already have Versant Power residential electric service may qualify if they are eligible for HEAP or LIAP and owe at least $500 that is at least 90 days past due. They must not have participated in, withdrawn from, or failed to follow AMP terms in the previous six years.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Town of Lincoln Heating Fuel Assistance
29 Main St., Lincoln, ME 04457
The Town of Lincoln offers Heating Fuel Assistance through General Assistance for residents who need help meeting basic needs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Lincoln residents who do not have enough income or resources to meet basic needs, including heating fuel, may qualify.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Mi'kmaq Nation LIHEAP and Energy Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP)
Serves Aroostook County; contact Community Support Services by phone.
Mi'kmaq Nation members in Aroostook County may qualify for heating fuel help through LIHEAP. ECIP helps households already approved for LIHEAP during fuel, utility, or eviction crises.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- Mi'kmaq Nation members in Aroostook County may qualify for LIHEAP. The proposed 2026-27 income limit is 150% of HHS poverty guidelines. ECIP is for LIHEAP-approved households with an energy crisis.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Veteran Heating Assistance Program, Aroostook County
405 Perry Road, Bangor, Maine
Aroostook County veterans can apply for emergency heating fuel through the Galen Cole Family Foundation and Maine Veterans Project. Approved households may receive up to 100 gallons of #2 heating fuel or kerosene at no cost.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Applicants must live in Aroostook County, prove veteran status, have an honorable discharge, report total household income, and have a tank less than half full. Eligible fuels are #2 heating fuel and kerosene.
Confirm details with the organization.
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South Portland Heating Assistance Fund
City Hall 25 Cottage Road South Portland, ME 04106
The City of South Portland offers heating cost help through its donor-funded Heating Assistance Fund.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon, Wed-Thu 7:30 AM-5:00 PM; Tue 9:00 AM-5:00 PM; Fri closed
- Who this helps
- South Portland residents who need help with heating costs may ask about the fund. Income requirements apply.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Project GRACE Fuel Assistance
Mailing address: PO Box 6846, Scarborough, ME 04070-6846
Project GRACE helps Scarborough residents who need help heating their homes.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- People who live in Scarborough and need help heating their home may ask for assistance.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Fuel & More
P.O. Box 754, Kittery, ME 03904
Fuel & More helps Kittery residents who have trouble paying for heat and do not qualify for town energy assistance.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Kittery individuals and families who struggle to pay for heat and do not qualify for town energy assistance may request help.
Confirm details with the organization.
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York Community Service Association Fuel Assistance
855 US Route One, York, ME 03909
YCSA’s Family Services office offers fuel assistance through the Town of York’s General Assistance program from September to May. Call to apply.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 9:00 AM-5:00 PM, except holidays
- Who this helps
- York families and individuals who meet the Town of York’s General Assistance income and residency rules may apply.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Cumberland Wood Bank Heating Assistance
Request help online or by phone. Program manager: Cumberland Congregational Church UCC, 282 Main St, Cumberland, ME 04021.
Cumberland Wood Bank provides firewood and other heating help to people in need in six Cumberland County communities.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- People in need of heating help in Cumberland, North Yarmouth, Yarmouth, Falmouth, Gray, or New Gloucester may request assistance.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Energy Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP)
Statewide support
ECIP provides crisis heating help to households with an extremely low supply of heating fuel.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- Households must qualify for HEAP based on income and household size. A household may qualify for ECIP when a heating crisis threatens someone’s health or safety and the household cannot afford to prevent it.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Franklin County Ecumenical Heating Fund (ECU SHARE)
WMCA Administrative Office, 20A Church St, East Wilton, ME 04234
ECU SHARE is a local emergency heating fund for Franklin County households.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
- Who this helps
- For Franklin County households seeking emergency fuel help. WMCA must confirm whether the fund can assist.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Somerset Woods Share
Firewood pickup is in Solon; call 207-612-1606 for the current pickup location.
Somerset Woods Share provides emergency firewood to community members in need.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- Community members in need may sign up for the firewood distribution list. Supplies are limited, so requests may not all be filled.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Webster Wood Bank
1458 Salem Road, Salem Twp., Maine 04983
UMEM’s Webster Wood Bank sells discounted firewood to Franklin County families who need help with home heating costs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- The wood bank serves Franklin County families in need who struggle with the cost of heating their homes.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Bethel Wood Bank
Apply online or by phone; standard pickup is at the Bethel Wood Bank wood yard.
Bethel Wood Bank provides free supplemental firewood to households that rely on wood heat and need help staying warm.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- Households in Bethel, Greenwood, Woodstock, Hanover, Andover, Newry, Gilead, Albany Township, or Upton may apply if they use wood heat and have trouble getting enough firewood. Limited exceptions may be considered.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Tedford Housing Winter Warming Center
1 Tenney Way, Brunswick, ME 04011
Tedford Housing's Winter Warming Center offers overnight indoor warmth and basic necessities for individuals and families experiencing homelessness during winter.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 AM
- Who this helps
- The center serves individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
Confirm details with the organization.
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The Well Warming Center at Jericho Road
146 B Center St., Bangor, ME
The Well is a seasonal daytime warming center in Bangor with showers and laundry access.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Monday-Saturday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Call to ask who can use the center.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Augusta Emergency Overnight Warming Center
34 Bridge St. Augusta ME 04330
A low-barrier overnight warming center in Augusta for people who need warmth during harsh weather.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- People experiencing homelessness and anyone who needs warmth during harsh weather are welcome. Guests do not have to share the church’s beliefs.
Confirm details with the organization.
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United Community Living Center
12 Spruce Street, Suite 7, Augusta, ME 04330
A low-barrier daytime support center in greater Augusta for people experiencing homelessness or housing instability.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Friday to Monday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Who this helps
- People experiencing homelessness or housing instability are welcome.
Confirm details with the organization.
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City of Biddeford General Assistance
205 Main St, Biddeford, ME 04005
City program providing emergency help with rent, utilities, food, and basic necessities for eligible Biddeford residents.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Tue 7:00 AM-5:00 PM; Wed-Thu 8:00 AM-4:00 PM; Fri closed
- Who this helps
- Biddeford residents unable to meet basic necessities. Income and resource eligibility applies.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Ellsworth General Assistance
1 City Hall Plaza, Ellsworth, ME 04605
City-run safety net program providing emergency assistance with rent, heating fuel, electricity, food, and other basic necessities for Ellsworth residents who have no other resources.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Thu 8:00 AM-3:00 PM (by appointment)
- Who this helps
- Must be a current Ellsworth resident. Must demonstrate inability to meet basic needs and have exhausted other resources.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Blue Hill General Assistance
18 Union St., Blue Hill, ME 04614
Blue Hill General Assistance is last-resort voucher help for low-income residents with basic needs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM; Tue, Thu, Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Wed closed
- Who this helps
- Low-income Blue Hill residents who need help with basic needs may qualify. Applicants are expected to use other resources first. First-time cases are assessed based on need.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Machias General Assistance
17 Stackpole Dr., Machias, ME 04654
Machias General Assistance helps residents whose money is not enough for current basic needs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM; Tue, Thu 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Wed, Fri 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, except holidays
- Who this helps
- Machias residents may qualify if their living costs exceed the money they have or their expenses exceed the income they can earn. All adults in the household must apply and meet with the Town Manager.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Bar Harbor General Assistance
93 Cottage Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Bar Harbor General Assistance offers confidential financial help to people who cannot meet basic needs for housing, utilities, or food.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Thu 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Who this helps
- People who cannot meet basic needs for housing, utilities, or food may apply.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Bowdoinham General Assistance and Heat Assistance Fund
13 School Street, Bowdoinham, Maine 04008
Bowdoinham General Assistance helps residents with basic needs such as rent, food, medicine, heating fuel, and utilities. The Town also has a donation-funded Heat Assistance Fund for emergency heating needs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- By appointment, Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-2:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Bowdoinham residents who show financial need and meet the state and town limits may qualify for General Assistance. The Heat Assistance Fund is usually for emergencies when a household does not qualify for General Assistance.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Bangor General Assistance
103 Texas Ave, Bangor, ME 04401
Bangor residents with no other resources can seek General Assistance for basic needs. The city treats heating fuel, utility shutoff notices, eviction, new housing with a move-in date, and prescription needs as emergencies.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- Bangor residents who lack the income or resources to meet basic needs may qualify. Applicants must seek other available resources, and the city reviews household records to decide eligibility.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Westbrook General Assistance
Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge Street, Westbrook, ME 04092
Westbrook General Assistance helps residents who cannot cover basic needs such as shelter, food, fuel, electricity, and medical expenses.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Thu 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; Fri 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Westbrook residents may qualify if they cannot provide basic necessities and meet income guidelines. Applicants must apply for and use other available resources first. Applicants who are physically able must seek work.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Windham General Assistance
377 Gray Road Windham, ME 04062
Windham's General Assistance program offers confidential financial help to residents who struggle to meet basic needs. Approved help comes as vouchers, not cash.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Thu 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
- Who this helps
- Windham residents who have trouble meeting basic needs may apply. The Town reviews household income and assets.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Falmouth General Assistance
Falmouth Town Hall, 271 Falmouth Road, Falmouth, ME 04105
Falmouth's General Assistance program offers confidential financial help to residents who struggle to pay for basic needs such as housing, utilities, and food.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- Falmouth residents having trouble meeting basic needs such as housing, heating fuel, electricity, or food may apply. The Town reviews household income, expenses, and available resources.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Scarborough General Assistance
Scarborough Public Safety Building, General Assistance, First Fl. Room 108, 275 U.S. Route 1, Scarborough, ME 04074
Scarborough General Assistance gives temporary aid to eligible residents who cannot meet basic household needs. It may cover shelter, food, fuel, utility bills, non-food needs, and medical expenses.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Monday-Thursday 7:00 AM-11:00 AM and 1:00 PM-5:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Scarborough residents who cannot provide their household’s basic necessities may qualify under state maximums and allowances. Applicants must apply for and use other available resources first.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Topsham General Assistance
100 Main Street, Topsham, ME
Topsham General Assistance helps residents with immediate basic needs they cannot meet themselves.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Wed 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM; Thu 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM; Fri 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Topsham residents with an immediate need for a basic necessity they cannot provide for themselves or their family may qualify. The Town reviews household income and basic costs.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Bath General Assistance
City Hall, 55 Front Street, 3rd Floor, Bath, ME
Bath General Assistance helps Bath residents meet basic needs during a financial emergency.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Tuesday and Thursday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Bath residents facing a financial emergency who do not have enough income or resources to meet basic needs may qualify. The administrator reviews household income, resources, assets, and expenses.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Rockland General Assistance
270 Pleasant Street, Rockland, ME
Rockland General Assistance is last-resort help for people who cannot meet basic needs and have no other resources.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM; by appointment; closed public holidays
- Who this helps
- People who cannot meet basic needs for themselves or their families and have no other resources may qualify. Applicants must provide information to show they meet program rules.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Belfast General Assistance
131 Church Street, Belfast, ME
Belfast General Assistance provides immediate help with basic needs to eligible Belfast residents.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Monday through Thursday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM; by appointment
- Who this helps
- Belfast residents who do not have enough money for basic needs may qualify. Applicants must follow program rules, seek other available resources, and work or look for work.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Warren General Assistance
167 Western Road, Warren, ME
Warren General Assistance is a Town program for people who lack the income or resources to meet basic needs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- People who do not have enough income or resources to meet basic needs may qualify.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Wiscasset General Assistance
51 Bath Road, Wiscasset, ME
Wiscasset General Assistance helps eligible residents with basic needs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Appointment only: Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM and 1:00 PM-3:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Wiscasset residents who do not have enough income or resources to meet basic needs may qualify.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Rockport General Assistance
101 Main Street, Rockport, ME
Rockport General Assistance is a last-resort program that may help with basic needs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM; appointments only
- Who this helps
- People who need help with basic necessities and have used other programs first may qualify under Town rules. Except for first-time applicants, applicants must document how they used their income.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Woolwich General Assistance
13 Nequasset Road, Woolwich, ME
Woolwich General Assistance helps people in need with essential costs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; Tue 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; Wed 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Thu 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; Fri closed
- Who this helps
- You may qualify if your income and resources are not enough to meet basic needs.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Calais General Assistance
11 Church Street, Calais, ME
Calais General Assistance helps people who cannot meet their basic needs on their own.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Monday, or Tuesday if Monday is a holiday: 9:00 AM-11:30 AM and 12:30 PM-4:00 PM
- Who this helps
- You may qualify if you do not have enough income or resources to meet basic needs.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Bristol General Assistance
1268 Bristol Road
Bristol General Assistance helps people who need support with essential costs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
- Who this helps
- You may qualify if you do not have enough income or resources to meet basic needs.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Thomaston General Assistance
13 Valley Street, Thomaston, ME
Thomaston General Assistance may help Thomaston residents meet basic needs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Tue and Thu 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
- Who this helps
- Thomaston residents may qualify if they do not have enough income or resources to meet basic needs.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Whitefield General Assistance
36 Townhouse Road, Whitefield, ME
Whitefield General Assistance helps individuals and families meet basic needs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Tue 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Wed closed; Thu 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM; Fri 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Who this helps
- You may qualify if you do not have enough income or resources to meet basic needs.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Searsport General Assistance
1 Union Street, Searsport, ME
Searsport General Assistance helps people who cannot afford basic needs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- You may qualify if you lack enough income or resources to meet basic needs and have exhausted other resources for assistance.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Orono General Assistance
59 Main Street, Orono, ME
Orono General Assistance may help people in need who have no other resources with basic needs such as housing, utilities, medication, and food.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Tue 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM; Wed 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Who this helps
- People in need who have no other resources may qualify.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Brewer General Assistance
80 North Main Street, Brewer, ME 04412
Brewer General Assistance may help with rent or mortgage, food, heating fuel, and medicine when people cannot provide basic necessities for themselves or their families.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- People who cannot provide basic necessities for themselves or their families may qualify. They may be asked to seek other resources that could lower their need.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Caribou General Assistance
25 High Street, Caribou, ME 04736
Caribou General Assistance may help people who cannot meet their basic needs on their own.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Tuesday and Thursday, by appointment only
- Who this helps
- Caribou residents who lack enough income or resources for basic needs may qualify.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Hampden General Assistance
106 Western Avenue, Hampden, ME 04444
Hampden General Assistance may help people who do not have enough income or resources to meet basic needs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Thu 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Who this helps
- People who lack enough income or resources to meet basic needs may qualify.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Old Town General Assistance
265 Main Street, Old Town, ME 04468
Old Town General Assistance helps residents meet basic needs when they cannot do so on their own.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Tue and Thu 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- Who this helps
- Old Town residents may qualify if they have no other resources and their household income is below the state maximum for the area and household size. Unemployed or underemployed people who can work must register with Maine Job Service, look for work, and accept job offers. They must also take referred no-cost training and accept a City work assignment if assigned.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Houlton General Assistance
21 Water Street, Houlton, ME 04730
Houlton General Assistance offers immediate help to people who cannot provide basic necessities for themselves or their families.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Wed, by appointment
- Who this helps
- People who cannot provide basic necessities for themselves or their families may qualify. The Town uses maximum assistance levels to determine eligibility.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Dexter General Assistance
23 Main Street, Dexter, ME 04930
Dexter's Human Services and General Assistance office connects local residents with resources and may help them apply.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Tue 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM; Thu by appointment
- Who this helps
- Local residents who meet the Town's General Assistance requirements may qualify.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Portland General Assistance
39 Forest Ave, Suite 2, Portland, ME 04101
Portland General Assistance helps people who cannot meet their basic needs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Wed and Fri 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM; Thu 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Who this helps
- People who do not have enough income or resources to meet basic needs may qualify. Maine law sets no minimum length of residency before applying.
Confirm details with the organization.
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South Portland General Assistance
City Hall, 25 Cottage Rd, South Portland, ME 04106
South Portland General Assistance helps eligible residents who cannot cover basic living costs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon, Wed, Thu 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM; Tue 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Fri closed
- Who this helps
- South Portland residents who cannot cover basic living costs may qualify. Applicants must first use available programs, financial resources, or other aid.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Brunswick General Assistance
85 Union Street, Brunswick, ME 04011
Brunswick General Assistance helps residents with basic needs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- By appointment
- Who this helps
- Brunswick residents who need help with basic needs may qualify. Applicants must use available resources first, such as food and fuel assistance, Medicaid, and TANF.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Saco General Assistance
Saco City Hall, 300 Main Street, Saco, ME 04072
Saco General Assistance offers short-term help to residents who have trouble meeting basic needs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Thu 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM; Fri 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Saco residents who cannot meet basic needs may qualify. The City considers household income and available resources when deciding if a household has a need.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Kennebunk General Assistance
Kennebunk Town Hall, 2nd Floor, 1 Summer St, Kennebunk, ME 04043
Kennebunk General Assistance is a last-resort safety net for residents who cannot meet basic needs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Kennebunk residents who cannot meet basic needs may qualify. Applicants must make every effort to use other resources first, such as public benefit programs and personal assets.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Kittery General Assistance
Mainspring Office, 22 Shapleigh Road, Kittery, ME
Kittery General Assistance helps eligible residents who cannot meet basic needs on their own.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- Kittery residents who cannot meet basic needs may qualify. The Town considers household income and available resources.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Yarmouth General Assistance
Yarmouth Community Services, 200 Main Street, Yarmouth, ME 04096
Yarmouth General Assistance is an emergency program of last resort for residents who cannot provide for basic needs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-4:30 PM, except holidays and posted closures
- Who this helps
- Yarmouth residents who cannot provide for basic needs may qualify. Applicants must verify income and expenses. Applicants who are able to work must seek work.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Freeport General Assistance
30 Main Street, Freeport, ME 04032
Freeport General Assistance is a last-resort program that helps eligible people meet basic needs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Applications processed Mon 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM; Tue 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM; Wed-Thu 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Who this helps
- People who meet the Town’s and state’s standards may qualify. The Town reviews household income and expenses. Applicants who are physically able must seek work.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Cumberland General Assistance
290 Tuttle Road, Cumberland, ME 04021
Cumberland General Assistance helps residents who have trouble meeting basic needs for housing, utilities, and food.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- Cumberland residents who have trouble meeting basic needs may qualify. Applicants must use available income and resources first.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Harpswell General Assistance
Town Office, 263 Mountain Road, Harpswell, ME 04079
Harpswell General Assistance provides immediate help to residents who cannot provide basic necessities.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Wed and Fri 8:30 AM-4:30 PM; Thu 1:00 PM-6:30 PM
- Who this helps
- Harpswell residents who cannot meet basic needs may qualify. Applicants must use available resources first. Eligibility is based on household income over 30 days.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Hollis General Assistance
Town of Hollis, 34 Town Farm Road, Hollis, ME 04042
Hollis General Assistance helps people who need basic items and meet local and state eligibility rules.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Tue, Thu, Fri 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Wed 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Hollis residents who lack the income or resources to meet basic needs may qualify under town, Maine, and DHHS rules.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Lewiston General Assistance
City Building, 27 Pine St., Lewiston, ME 04240
Lewiston General Assistance gives limited-term help to residents who cannot meet basic needs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon, Wed, Thu 7:45 AM - 12:30 PM and 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM; Tue 7:45 AM - 12:30 PM and 1:00 PM - 5:30 PM
- Who this helps
- Lewiston residents who cannot provide basic necessities for themselves or their families may qualify based on income and other guidelines under U.S. Department of Health and Human Services policy and Maine law.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Auburn General Assistance
121 Mill Street, Auburn, ME 04210
Auburn General Assistance gives limited-term help to residents who cannot meet basic needs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- Auburn residents who cannot provide basic necessities may qualify based on income and other state, city, and DHHS rules.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Augusta General Assistance
16 Cony Street, First Floor, Augusta, ME 04330
Augusta General Assistance provides immediate help to residents who need food, fuel, shelter or medical attention.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Thu 7:15 AM-5:30 PM; appointments 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Augusta residents who need help with food, fuel, shelter or medical attention may qualify if they lack income or resources to meet basic needs.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Waterville General Assistance
One Common Street, Waterville, ME 04901
Waterville General Assistance provides limited aid for basic needs such as food, shelter, fuel, electricity and medical services.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Who this helps
- People who cannot provide basic necessities for themselves or their family may qualify when their income or resources are below the limit set by state law.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Lisbon General Assistance
Lisbon Town Office, 300 Lisbon Street, Lisbon, ME 04250
Lisbon General Assistance helps residents who cannot provide immediate basic necessities for themselves or their families.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- Lisbon residents who cannot provide immediate basic necessities may qualify if they lack enough income or resources to meet basic needs.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Skowhegan General Assistance
Town Office, 225 Water Street, Skowhegan, ME 04976
Skowhegan General Assistance takes applications from people who need help with basic necessities.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Applications: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM; appointments: Wednesday, 1:00-3:30 PM. The Town Manager page separately lists General Assistance hours as Wednesday, 8:30-11:30 AM.
- Who this helps
- People who lack enough income or resources to meet their basic needs may qualify. The Town reviews each application under its General Assistance rules.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Farmington General Assistance
153 Farmington Falls Road, Farmington, ME 04938
Farmington General Assistance helps people who cannot meet basic needs such as food, housing, utilities, fuel, and medical care.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- People without enough income or resources to meet basic needs may qualify. Unemployed applicants who can work must register for work, look for a job, accept a suitable job, and take part in training or education that can help them get a job.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Winthrop General Assistance
17 Highland Avenue, Winthrop, ME 04364
Winthrop General Assistance offers emergency help with food, housing, electricity, heat, and other essential household costs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM; interviews by appointment only
- Who this helps
- People facing an emergency with essential household costs may qualify if they meet Maine DHHS eligibility rules. Aid is not guaranteed.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Gardiner General Assistance
Gardiner City Hall, 6 Church Street, Gardiner, ME 04345
Gardiner General Assistance provides temporary help with basic needs for people and families facing financial hardship in Gardiner and South Gardiner.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- By Appointment Only
- Who this helps
- People and families who live in Gardiner or South Gardiner may apply. People who plan to establish residency in Gardiner may also apply. The City considers households facing financial hardship caused by circumstances beyond their control.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Rumford General Assistance
145 Congress Street, Rumford, ME 04276
Rumford General Assistance helps people in need meet basic needs. The Town also offers Workfare for people able to work.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Who this helps
- People who need help meeting basic needs may apply. The Town uses proof of income and expenses to decide eligibility. Workfare is for people able to work.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Minot General Assistance
Town Office, 329 Woodman Hill Road, Minot, ME 04258-4645
Minot General Assistance helps residents who cannot meet basic needs such as rent, food, fuel, utilities, and medicine.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Monday-Wednesday 8:00 AM-4:00 PM; Thursday 10:00 AM-6:00 PM; Friday 8:00 AM-1:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Minot residents who cannot meet basic needs may qualify based on household income after other available resources are used. Most applicants must look for work unless a verified medical condition prevents them from working.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Bethel General Assistance
19 Main Street, Bethel, ME 04217
Bethel General Assistance provides last-resort help to residents who cannot meet basic needs and have no other resources.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-4:00 PM, by appointment
- Who this helps
- Bethel residents who need help with basic necessities and have no other resources may qualify under Town rules.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Mexico General Assistance
Town Office, 134 Main St, Mexico, ME 04257
Mexico General Assistance helps people who cannot meet basic needs.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Tuesday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:00 PM, with Wednesday hours until 6:00 PM; by appointment
- Who this helps
- Applicants must show an unmet need for basic necessities and meet the Town's income and resource rules. The Town may ask applicants to use available resources first.
Confirm details with the organization.
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Hallowell General Assistance
City Hall, 1 Winthrop Street, Hallowell, ME 04347
Hallowell General Assistance helps people with unmet basic needs as a last-resort program.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- People who live in Hallowell and have unmet basic needs may qualify under the City's income limits and other rules.
Confirm details with the organization.
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General Assistance Statewide Help Line
Statewide support
Maine General Assistance helps people and families meet basic needs when they do not have enough income or resources.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to confirm current hours.
- Who this helps
- You may qualify if your income or resources are not enough to meet your basic needs. Municipalities may also use local eligibility standards.
Confirm details with the organization.
Listings may include nearby communities. Contact the organization to confirm its current location, hours, and who it serves.
Make the first call count.
A little information helps an agency understand what your home needs.
Say if it is urgent
Mention if you are out of fuel, have no working heat, or received a shutoff notice. Seasonal programs and funding can change.
Ask what to gather
For HEAP, ask about income documents, household information, and recent energy bills before your appointment.
Separate fuel from repairs
Tell the agency whether you need a fuel delivery, help with a bill, or repair of the heating system itself.