Bulk Fuel Assistance Grant
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Overview
Bulk Fuel Assistance Grant
Program Type: Heating Fuel Assistance Grant (Non-BGE)
Funder: Fuel Fund of Maryland Inc
Geographic Scope: Can assist households outside the BGE service territory
Focus Areas: Bulk fuel assistance (oil, propane, kerosene, or pellets)
Program Overview
The Fuel Fund may provide bulk fuel assistance to qualifying households age 60 and older who use bulk fuel for heating (oil, propane, kerosene, or pellets). This program is designed for seniors and can assist households outside the BGE service territory.- Must be 60 years of age or older
- Must use bulk fuel for heating (oil, propane, kerosene, or pellets)
- Must be nearly or completely out of bulk fuel
- Application period: November through March (heating season)
- Have NOT received a financial grant from the Fuel Fund in the last 365 days
Eligibility Requirements
- One-time financial grants for bulk fuel purchases
- Assists with heating fuel to avoid hardship during winter months
What They Fund
- Assistance outside the November-March period
- Multiple grants within a 12-month period
- Applicants who do not meet specific eligibility criteria
- Oil donations or storage/delivery of bulk fuel products
What They Don't Fund
- Can assist households outside the BGE service territory
- Program has very limited funding
Geographic Scope
- Funding is very limited for bulk fuel and on a first-come, first-served basis
- Application period limited to November through March only
Important Limitations
- Website: fuelfundmaryland.org
- Mailing Address: PO Box 62266, Baltimore, MD 21264-2266
Contact Information
- One-time grant program (once every 12 months per household)
- Seasonal program (heating season only)
- Very limited funding available
- First-come, first-served basis
Additional Notes
How to Apply
How to Apply
1. Verify Eligibility: Confirm you meet all eligibility requirements for the Bulk Fuel Assistance program:
- Age 60 or older
- Use bulk fuel (oil, propane, kerosene, or pellets) for heating
- Nearly or completely out of fuel
- Applying between November and March
- Have not received a grant in the last 365 days
2. Access Application: Click the link on the Get Help page to go to the application page
3. Complete Online Application: Submit required information through the online application portal at fuelfundmaryland.org
4. Required Information:
- Personal/household information
- Age verification (60+)
- Type of bulk fuel used
- Current fuel status
- Email address for communication
5. Submit Application: Once completed, submit the application
6. Receive Confirmation: You will receive a confirmation email when your application is received
7. Wait for Review: Allow up to 5 business days for application review
8. Receive Decision: You will be contacted via email with the review results
9. Contact for Questions: If you have questions, contact the Fuel Fund at 410-844-3834
- Applications accepted November through March only
- Very limited funding available
- First-come, first-served basis
- One application per household per year
- Do not submit duplicate applications
- Program available year-round for planning but assistance limited to heating season
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