Need assistance with energy bills? We can help. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Detroit assists our neighbors in need with help on their past-due heat and energy bills. Our goal is to support our neighbors overcome crises and achieve their self-sufficiency aspirations.

Consumers Energy customers: scroll down to learn more and begin your application.

Not a Consumers Energy customer? Begin your application for utility assistance here.

Consumers Energy Fund Program

Have you, or someone you know, fallen behind on your gas or electric bills? SVdP Detroit is distributing up to $365K in funds to Consumers Energy customers who require assistance paying their utility bills. Application deadline is September 15, 2023. Begin the process by following the steps below.

Verify you meet the income requirements:

Household Size	Annual Gross Income
1	$20,385
2	$27,465
3	$34,545
4	$41,625
5	$48,705
6	$55,785
7	$62,865

Apply for State Emergency Relief (SER). Wait for a determination letter. Even if you are denied SER due to income, you may still be eligible for these funds.

Apply for SER

Complete the Consumers Energy Screening Worksheet and a St. Vincent de Paul Care Coordinator will follow up with you in 24-48 business hours.

For questions call 313.393.2922

Complete Screening

Eligibility Requirements

Must be a Consumers Energy residential account holder (or spouse)
Must be living at the residence for which the account is past due
Total household income must be under 400% of the Federal Poverty Level
No unaddressed theft, illegal usage or bankruptcy on the Consumers Energy Account

Need assistance with energy bills? We can help. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Detroit assists our neighbors in need with help on their past-due heat and energy bills. Our goal is to support our neighbors overcome crises and achieve their self-sufficiency aspirations.

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Eligibility Requirements

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