Could You Qualify for Fuel Assistance?
Fuel Assistance is open now and must be renewed every year, even if you've been approved before. We help with your winter heating bills and open the door to free weatherization and heating upgrades.
Fuel Assistance Is Now Open
Household Size
Max Yearly Income
1 Person
$53,585
2 People
$70,073
3 People
$86,561
4 People
$103,049
5 People
$119,536
6 People
$136,024
7 or more
Call to confirm your limit.
Income reflects the combined gross earnings of all household members age 18 or older. Both homeowners and renters qualify, even if heat is included in your rent. Public assistance is not a requirement to receive fuel assistance.
2026-2027 Income limits
If your household's total gross income (before taxes) is at or below the amount listed for your household size, you likely qualify for assistance.
How to Apply
Getting your winter heating costs covered is a simple three-step process. Here is everything you need to know to start saving.
What to keep handy
To make applying easier, please have these ready: a list of everyone in your home, proof of income for the last 4 weeks (like paystubs), and your most recent heating bills.
01
Verify Eligibility
Review the income table above to see if your household qualifies for the program based on your gross income.
03
Partner with Us
Once approved, contact First Light to manage your energy upgrades and start saving right away.
From Help Now to Savings for Years
Fuel assistance helps with this winter's bill. Being approved is also the first step toward free weatherization, heating system repairs, and appliance upgrades that lower your bills every winter after.
That's where First Light comes in. We help you move from approval to a finished project, taking care of the paperwork and technical details so you don't have to worry about the fine print.
Program availability depends on your home and current state rules. Most homeowners on Fuel Assistance qualify for these extra upgrades.
Ready to apply?
Questions?
Call your local Action Council to get started.
Talk to us about weatherization and heating upgrades.
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Need immediate help? Massachusetts Heat Line: 1-800-632-8175
Income limits are set each year by the state of Massachusetts. The numbers above reflect the 2026-2027 guidelines (60% of estimated state median income). While First Light isn't the agency that reviews or approves applications, we are here to help you navigate the process once you are approved. Not all households will qualify, and your local agency determines final eligibility. Last reviewed: October 2026.
Lasting Savings Start Here
Fuel assistance covers the bills today. Once approved, you may also qualify for no-cost weatherization, heating repairs, and energy-efficient appliance upgrades. First Light manages the coordination and paperwork, helping you turn this winter's approval into long-term savings.
What happens next?
Once you are approved by your local agency, give us a call. We’ll look at your home together and handle all the technical requirements for your upgrades.
Note: Income limits and benefits are determined by the Massachusetts Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). First Light is an independent energy contractor helping approved households access eligible efficiency programs.