The following organizations offer energy assistance.
Energy Outreach Colorado
- Energy Outreach Colorado programs include bill payment assistance, heating system repair/replacement, energy efficiency upgrades, energy education, access to state programs (such as LEAP) that work in partnership with their services.
- Visit Energy Outreach Colorado website or call (303) 825-8750 to learn more about their programs, and how to apply for assistance.
Energy Resource Center
- As a non-profit construction company, ERC provides free energy efficiency improvements for income-qualified residents of Colorado. Provides energy upgrades to income-qualified families. Visit the Colorado Energy Assistance & Services website or call (719) 591-0772 to learn more.
Health & Human Service Information & Referral
Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP)
- The Low Income Energy Assistance Program is designed to help low-income households with winter home heating costs. It is not intended to pay the entire cost of home heating.
- Applications will be accepted beginning November 1 and will be processed as long as funding is available. To apply, visit the LEAP website or call (866) 432-8435.
Black Forest Cares Food Pantry
Colorado East Community Action Agency
- Lincoln & Elbert Counties (719) 775-8586
Crossfire Ministries
Douglas/Elbert County Help & Hope Center
Elbert County Coalition for Outreach (ECCO)
- Elbert County (303) 621-2599
Mercy’s Gate
- Eastern Colorado Springs (719) 277-7470
Salvation Army (Fountain Valley Area)
Silver Key
- Persons 60 and over (El Paso County) (719) 884-2300
Tri-Lakes Cares
- Tri-Lakes Area (719) 481-4864
Other Assistance – Operation Round Up
- The Operation Round Up program was formed to assist charitable organizations, communities with special needs, and individuals who have suffered from loss, personal disaster, or medical emergencies. MVEA is not involved in the determination of funds, and funds cannot be used to pay MVEA bills.
- If you have questions contact Erica, the Operation Round Up Coordinator, by phone at (719) 495-2283 or (800) 388-9881.