Programs Provided by Community Partners
The following area agencies can provide additional assistance for qualified households. Eligibility varies by program.
FLAT RIVER OUTREACH MINISTRIES
(616) 897-8260 ext. 125
Programs Available:
- Repair & Restore – Home repair & weatherization assistance for homeowners
- Energy bill assistance
KENT COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
(616) 632-7950
https://www.accesskent.com/Departments/CommunityAction/
Programs Available:
- Michigan Energy Assistance Program (MEAP)
- Home Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
For a certified Home Energy Audit and Weatherization Assistance, please contact the Kent County Community Action Home Weatherization Program at 616-632-7950 ext. 3203.
SALVATION ARMY KENT COUNTY
(616) 459-9468
https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/greatlakes/energy-assistance-great-lakes-division/
Programs Available:
- Energy Bill Assistance
MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES (MDHHS)
(616) 248-1000
https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/assistance-programs/emergency-relief/energyweatherization
Programs Available:
- Home Heating Credit
- State Emergency Relief (SER)
- Weatherization Assistance Program
Programs Provided by Lowell Light & Power
While all the rebate programs are available to any residential customer, we also offer additional support for income-qualified customers.
A PLUS
A PLUS is a program that Lowell Light & Power developed in 2010 with Flat River Outreach Ministries (FROM) to assist our customers with utility bill payments during the occasional financial crisis that many of us experience during the normal course of life. To prevent disruption of utility services or the accumulation of fees, you may apply for assistance from the A PLUS Fund by calling FROM at 616-897-8260 ext. 125.
FREE ENERGY SAVING KIT
Qualified customers can obtain a FREE Energy Saving Kit from our office. Please email [email protected] or call 616-421-2514 to see if you qualify. Customers may also obtain a voucher for a FREE Energy Saving Kit from Flat River Outreach Ministries.
PERSONALIZED ASSISTANCE
We are here to help answer questions and concerns about your energy bill. Our helpful office staff can look at your energy usage and advise on good energy use practices for your home.
Questions? Please email [email protected] or call 616-897-8402.