– Important Updates –

Thank you for visiting The Heat and Warmth Fund (THAW). Due to high demand for energy bill payment assistance, we are temporarily not accepting new applications.

We understand how important this support is for Michigan families and are working diligently to reopen applications soon. We encourage you to check back regularly for updates as we anticipate opening applications soon.

For information about other available energy assistance programs in your area, please contact 2-1-1 or visit www.mi211.org.
THAW is not able to accept walk-ins on Fridays.

THAW’s Utility Assistance Specialists are available to assist customers Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Customers can reach THAW by calling or texting “THAW” to 1-800-866-THAW (8429).

Thank you for your patience and understanding. We look forward to assisting you!

Michigan Energy Assistance Program (MEAP)

This heating season we are proud to announce that more Michigan residents can now access MEAP funding. The Michigan Energy Assistance Program is currently available and provides assistance with an affordable monthly payment plan or a one-time direct payment for your energy bill. For more information on how to qualify and apply for energy bill payment assistance through the MEAP program please click the Get Help button.

MI Neighborhood 2.0

MI Neighborhood 2.0 (MIN) is one of our home repair programs, funded by MSHDA and provided by the Neighborhood Development Division. MIN is a part of the Statewide Housing Plan, which was created to help families maintain stability in their homes, one neighborhood at a time. For MIN 2.0 we will be assisting residents in Pontiac, MI in the Woodward Estates neighborhood with home repairs.

Residents of Pontiac, MI (Woodward Estates only) will need to complete a home repair application online on our application portal. Customers are approved on a first come first serve basis. Submitting your application is not an approval. Customer must have ALL required documents submitted to be approved. We will determine the repairs for the customers based on health and safety measures, as well as energy efficiency for the home. If customer repairs are over $9,999.00, a lien is required for that customer (Lien: can’t sale home for 5 years, or they will have to pay for repairs).

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be the homeowner

• Meet AMI income requirements (see attached chart)

• Complete MSHDA Household Income Self-Certification (5 pages total)

• THAW’s Customer Responsibility and Participation Form

• THAW’s Health Questionnaire

• Submit ID’s & SSN for all residents in the home

• Proof of all income for all adults (18+) in the home

• Proof of Homeownership (mortgage statement and/or deed)

• Proof of home insurance (full coverage)

• Proof of current property taxes

Click The Get Help button to apply