First Presbyterian Church of Salida partners with Energy Outreach Colorado (EOC) to offer emergency financial assistance for past-due natural gas and electric bills. Through this program, qualifying households can receive up to $1,000 annually, with payments made directly to the utility or fuel provider. Appointments are required and are scheduled on Tuesday afternoons. This assistance helps residents maintain essential heat and electricity during times of financial hardship.
Energy Outreach Colorado – Bill Payment Assistance
Provides financial help for past-due natural gas or electric bills, including:
- Up to $1,000 per household per program year
- Payments made directly to the utility provider
- Assists with preventing shut-off or restoring disconnected service
Eligibility
You may qualify if:
- You are disconnected, have a past-due energy bill, or are low on fuel
- The bill is at least one day overdue
- You pay your bill directly to a utility or fuel provider
- You have not received EOC assistance for this same bill from another partner agency during the current program year (10/1–9/30)
- Your household income meets program limits
Program Requirements & Details
- Appointment required
- Tuesday afternoon appointments at First Presbyterian Church
- Annual assistance maximum: up to $1,000
- Payments are sent to the vendor, not to the client
Contact
- Call the First Presbyterian Church office to check eligibility or schedule an appointment
