Massachusetts Fuel Assistance Program
Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Massachusetts Fuel Assistance Program in its Cambridge, MA research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Helps income-eligible Massachusetts households pay heating bills during the winter season. Administered through Community Action Agencies with additional crisis assistance available for emergencies.
Benefit is set by the state based on income, household size, and energy burden; crisis assistance is available for shut-offs or fuel emergencies.
Record set last reviewed 2026-05-25. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Cambridge, MA, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Varies, no individual cap; projects typically $10K-$200K+
- FEMA Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) Coverage Up to $30,000
- HUD Lead Hazard Control & Healthy Homes Varies by jurisdiction, typically $5,000-$15,000 per unit
- EPA / WIIN Act Lead Service Line Replacement Varies, full line replacement cost covered in many programs
Key Details
- Helps pay heating and cooling bills for income-eligible households
- Emergency crisis assistance for utility shut-offs or fuel emergencies
- Apply through your local Community Action Agency or dial 211
How to Apply
Automated source check blocked. The cited site blocked or rate-limited our automated check on . The page may still work in your browser; opening it does not verify the program, amount, eligibility, or availability.
Track this programProgram phone: 1-800-632-8175
Some programs require contractor estimates, licenses, or inspections. A cited link may be general, so confirm the current rules with the administrator before hiring; a directory match does not guarantee contractor eligibility or funding.
You may need a contractor or estimate
Some programs for this project type ask for a license, inspection, or written estimate. Confirm the rule before contacting a contractor in Cambridge.
Get matched with a contractorEach administrator sets its contractor rules. Confirm exact requirements directly; the cited URL may be a general agency page.
Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
- Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
- Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- A recent utility bill for the home (energy and weatherization programs use it to confirm service and usage).
- Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Heating season (typically Oct-May); apply early, funds are limited
Questions about this program?
Email us at no charge. Messages are reviewed manually, but a response time is not guaranteed.
Email us about this programReport a problem with this listing
Frequently asked questions
What audience tags are recorded for Massachusetts Fuel Assistance Program in Cambridge?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters. It also carries a low-income tag. It carries a senior-related tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Massachusetts Fuel Assistance Program in Cambridge, MA?
Confirm the application route directly with Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 1-800-632-8175. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Heating season (typically Oct-May); apply early, funds are limited.
Need a Contractor for This Project?
Browse local listings or request an introduction. The Grant Map does not guarantee licensing, program experience, work quality, or funding.
More ways to save on this project
Rebates and discounts that may reduce project cost. Confirm eligibility and coordination rules before including one in your budget.
Find More Programs in Cambridge, MA
This is one of several kinds of assistance that may be available. Review other programs separately and confirm whether their administrators allow coordination for the same work.
See All Programs