Heating & Energy

The Opportunity Alliance - HEAP

The Opportunity Alliance

Portland, Maine HEAP & Emergency Fuel Assistance
Free, no cost By appointment

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.

Who can use this?

Cumberland County residents. Income-based eligibility. Must apply through appointment. ECIP available to HEAP-eligible households facing a heating emergency.

About this resource

The Opportunity Alliance is Cumberland County's community action agency, providing HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program) benefits to eligible homeowners and renters. HEAP provides a one-time, per-season direct payment to fuel vendors. They also administer the Energy Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP), which provides emergency heating assistance of up to $500.

Services offered

  • HEAP fuel assistance
  • ECIP emergency heating assistance
  • Energy bill assistance
  • Homelessness prevention

What to expect

Call to schedule a HEAP application appointment. Bring all required income documentation. Benefits are paid directly to your fuel vendor.

What to bring

Proof of income for all household members, Social Security numbers, most recent heating bill, proof of residency.

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