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THAW’s Utility Assistance Specialists are available to assist between the hours of 8:00am – 4:45pm Monday through Friday by calling or texting “THAW” to 1-800-866-THAW (8429)

IMPORTANT UPDATES:

THAW will be closed on Thursday, June 19th in honor of Juneteenth. We will re-open for virtual assistance on Friday, June 20th and will resume in-person services on Monday, June 23rd.
Applications for MEAP (Michigan Energy Assistance Program) are closed until further notice, but we are still accepting applications for Water Assistance through the MI Water Program and there may be energy assistance funding available through additional programs

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Note: THAW is not able to accept walk-in or in-person appointments on Fridays.

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THAW will be closed on Thursday, June 19th in honor of Juneteenth. We will re-open for virtual assistance on Friday, June 20th and will resume in-person services on Monday, June 23rd.

THAW is not accepting applications for MEAP (Michigan Energy Assistance Program) until further notice. We are still accepting applications for Water Assistance through the MI Water Program and there may be energy assistance funding available through additional programs. Please click below to begin your application.

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The Heat and Warmth Fund’s annual Swing With Bling Golf Outing!

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Recipients of THAW assistance include elderly, children, unemployed, underemployed and disabled individuals who find themselves in an energy crisis. More than 70% of the households we assist have a child or senior in the home. These populations can become particularly vulnerable during the cold seasons.

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Our Mission

The Heat and Warmth Fund (THAW) is stabilizing and empowering Michigan families, keeping them healthy, safe and warm.

THAW, an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, distributes assistance to vulnerable Michigan residents through 39 agency partners and a series of annual mobile processing events. The number of households that need utility assistance continues to grow each year. Last year THAW distributed more than $8.6 million in utility assistance to over11,000 Michigan households, and we could not have done that without your help.

Since its inception in 1985, THAW has distributed $238 million in assistance to over 331,000 Michigan households.

Across Michigan, 40% of households (1.54m) struggle to afford the basic needs of housing, including energy.

Approximately 70% of the families served by THAW have either children, seniors or veterans in their homes.

Over 80% of every dollar goes to those in need.

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Spring With Bling - Friday September 5, 2025

What has clubs, diamonds, fun in spades and a whole lot of heart? The Heat and Warmth Fund’s annual Swing With Bling Golf Outing! We will be back at the incredible Northville Hills Golf Club for a stellar day of perfect putts, rousing raffles, and blinding bling! Be sure to mark your calendars for […]

The Warmth Connection – Spring 2025 Newsletter

Happy Spring! As we enter the warmer months in Michigan, The Heat and Warmth Fund is celebrating two occasions: we are welcoming our new CEO Kimberly Burton AND 2025 is THAW’s 40th Anniversary! In this Season of Blooming, THAW has so much on the horizon that we can’t wait to share with you. From spectacular events to new initiatives that will better serve our community, 2025 is already shaping up to be one for the history books at THAW. In the Spring edition of the Warmth Connection Newsletter, you will learn more about THAW’s recent awards, our Utility Assistance Center, and how to celebrate our 40th Anniversary with us!

Digital Detroit Media Wins Eight Telly Awards for THAW's "These Hands" PSA

THAW partner Digital Detroit Media was honored with eight prizes for directing, lighting, editing, art direction, cinematography and more at the 2025 Telly Awards for their work on our PSA “These Hands”! With only one week to conceptualize, film and edit, the team at DDM delivered a phenomenal product that now has the accolades it […]