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Project RELIEF: Springfield’s Lifeline for Struggling Utility Customers

City Water, Light, and Power (CWLP) customers in the Springfield area have a critical lifeline available next month with the Project RELIEF program. Designed to help residents avoid utility shut-offs...

Will SNAP and WIC Beneficiaries Face Funding Issues During a Government Shutdown?

A potential partial government shutdown this week could impact millions of Americans who rely on federal assistance for food. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), which overs...

ACP Ended—Here’s How Low-Income Families Can Still Afford Internet

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) was a crucial federal initiative that helped millions of low-income families afford internet access, providing monthly credits of up to $30 ($75 for tribal lands) ...

Missed Out on $1,400 IRS Stimulus Payment? You Could Still Get Paid—and Save on Utility Bills

At a time when the cost of living is climbing, especially with inflation driving up utility bills, it’s crucial to take advantage of every opportunity to reduce financial str...

Extra $6,710 Social Security Cash in 2025: How Retroactive Payments Can Ease Utility Bills

As millions of Americans receive retroactive Social Security payments averaging $6,710, many beneficiaries may find much-needed financial relief amid rising utility costs. With infla...

From Coal to Clean Energy: $428 Million Grant Revitalizing Former Coal-Reliant States Across United States

In a bold move to support communities transitioning away from coal, the U.S. government has announced a significant investment of $428 million in grants aimed at expandi...

Social Security Administration Confirms Extra $150 in Next Payment

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has recently confirmed that beneficiaries may be eligible for an additional $150 in their upcoming Social Security payment. The SSA employs a calculation method fo...

Stay Warm This Winter with the Fuel Assistance Program

Winter heating costs can be challenging, but New Hampshire’s Fuel Assistance Program (FAP) is here to help. This initiative, part of the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), provides critic...

$9 Million in Energy Assistance Available for 25 NC Counties

Tropical Storm Helene left a lasting impact on communities in Western North Carolina, and its effects will be felt for years to come. Disaster Energy Assistance is now available for households in 25 disaster-decl...