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Utility Assistance (Kern County, CA) is sponsored by CAPK Energy Programs. This program helps Kern County residents pay for electricity, gas, and propane bills. To qualify, applicants must reside in Kern County, have a household income at or below 150% of federal poverty guidelines, and have a utility bill with at least 22 days of service.
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Home - CAPK Energy Program - Free Utility Assistance and Energy Efficiency for Kern County Residents Find help to afford your electricity, gas, and propane bills Utility Assistance and Energy Efficiency Programs for Families in Need Increase Your Energy Efficiency Are you struggling to pay your energy bills? The cost of living continues to skyrocket, and families across Kern County have a hard time affording their home energy costs.
Community Action Partnership of Kern (CAPK)’s Energy Program may be able to help your family afford your home energy bills. Programs that help you afford your energy costs Help paying your electricity, gas and/or propane bills. Help to improve the energy efficiency of your home and reduce your monthly energy costs How does CAPK’s Energy Program work?
Submit your application and all required documents to CAPK. We’ll review your application for program eligibility. We work to provide the greatest assistance possible.
Utility Assistance is usually paid within 8 weeks.
See if You May Be Eligible for Assistance Help with Utility Assistance and Energy Efficiency upgrades may be available if you meet the following requirements: 18 years of age or older; A U.S. Citizen or Legal and Permanent Resident; A resident of Kern County; Provide current proof of income for all household members Submit a utility bill (electricity, gas, and/or propane) with 22 or more billing days Provide a valid ID and Social Security card Meet household income limits Income Limits to Qualify for Energy Programs How to Submit Your Application Email your application and scanned copies of all required documents to heapoffice@capk.
org . Mail or drop-off your application in-person to the CAPK Energy Program office: 300 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301 Click here to download application materials 300 19th Street • Bakersfield, CA 93301 The CAPK Energy Program is a program of Community Action Partnership of Kern .
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Must reside in Kern County, have a total household income at or below 150 percent of the federal poverty income guidelines, and have a utility bill with at least 22 days of service. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Utility Assistance (Kern County, CA) is funded by CAPK Energy Programs. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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