Getting started.
Who this helps
People in need of heating help in Cumberland, North Yarmouth, Yarmouth, Falmouth, Gray, or New Gloucester may request assistance.
How to get started
The local Heating Assistance Program managed by Cumberland Congregational Church UCC processes each request.
Check the service area.
The program serves Cumberland, North Yarmouth, Yarmouth, Falmouth, Gray, and New Gloucester.
Send a request.
Complete the Request Assistance form on the Cumberland Wood Bank website, or call (207) 829-3419.
How they can help.
Cumberland Wood Bank is a volunteer-run community organization and a project of the Maine Wood Banks Network. The Cumberland Congregational Church UCC manages the local Heating Assistance Program that processes requests.
- Firewood assistance for people who heat with wood
- Assistance for people who use alternative heating fuels
- Local review of heating assistance requests
A few questions before you go.
Check how the service works, when it is available, and any costs. Ask about communication or accessibility support if you need it.
- Does my town qualify?
- Can I get help if I heat with a fuel other than wood?
- How long might it take to hear about help?
- What information should I have ready?