Utility Emergency Services Fund
Philadelphia - Oil Assistance Program
Provides direct oil assistance for low-income Philadelphia residents who are unable to afford the cost of an oil delivery. The maximum assistance available for this program is 200 gallons of oil; families are eligible for assistance once every 12 months.
Eligibility: A) Residents of Philadelphia
B) Have not received a fuel oil grant in the last 12 months
C) Have applied for LIHEAP when available
A) Be at or below 175% of the Federal Poverty Level (to be determined at the time of application)
Hours: Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm
Website and email 24/7
Phone/FAX Numbers
  • (215) 814-6837
  • (215) 972-5170
  • (215) 972-5174 - Fax
Email Address: utility@uesfacts.org
Fee Amounts: Services free of charge
Intake Procedure: Options:
Fill out Check Your Eligibility form on website.

Attend outreach event (fastest option); on website, go to "News & Events" page for locations and times of events.

Call or email for more information.
Intake Requirements: Income information for the last 30 days; Current utility bill or shut-off notice; Social Security cards for all household members and a Photo ID
Geographical Area: Philadelphia County
Helpful Tips: Visit the "News & Events" page on the website for the locations and times of outreach events for the current month.

Partners with Philadelphia-based Cass Oil Company to offer a reduced rate on fuel oil assistance for eligible low-income families.
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Utility Emergency Services Fund
Philadelphia - Oil Assistance Program
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