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Tens of thousands of Oklahoma families get help paying their utility bills every year from one or more of the various financial assistance programs that are administered. There are numerous resources that are available to those in need, including programs that are offered directly by utility companies, non-profits, and the state of Oklahoma.
Most programs and agencies due have limited funding, so anyone who needs help should call their energy provider as soon as possible, and apply for aid. Also learn about energy conservation programs, weatherization, an how to get a grant.
America Electric Power – Financial assistance and cash grants can be provided from Light A Life. The program is funded by both Customer and AEP donations, and all money is distributed through the Salvation Army to people in need of help. 405-841-1303
Canadian Valley Electric Cooperative - Operation Roundup may be able to assist individuals, families and organizations with providing money to pay for such expenses as medical care, food, clothing, energy bill help, housing, shelter, and educational assistance and other needed services that are not being met by other agencies or charities in the Oklahoma area. Call 405-382-3680
Cherokee Electric Cooperative – The assistance program offered by the utility company is Operation Warm. The need may be able to get help with paying their monthly electrical bills. Money is collected and distributed through the Cherokee County Crisis Center, and the program is run by that agency.
Indian Electric Cooperative - Operation Round Up can help people and local organizations with a variety of expenses and bills. Call 1-800-482-2750 or 918-358-2514.
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Northeast Oklahoma Electric Cooperative – The low income and people that need help may be able to get assistance from Operation Round-Up. Call 1-800-256-6405.
Oklahoma Gas & Electric – Customers who receive LIHEAP and who are also certified to OGE by the Oklahoma Department of Human services (DHS) may be able to receive a $10 credit per month on their monthly utility or energy bill. If you are interested or need more information, please call your local Human Services Center to qualify for LIHEAP, contact a community action agency, or call (405) 521-3444 or 1-866-411-1877 for more information or who to get help.
Oklahoma Natural Gas - Customers who current y receive LHEAP aid may be able to receive a reduced gas bill. A credit will be provided to a bill which averages $5.03 a month during the winter months (October through April) and $4.26 during the hold Oklahoma summer months, which includes from May through September. 1-800-664-5463
Oklahoma Gas & Electric – The Hand-N-Hand program may be able to offer free home weatherization services and energy conserving programs for senior citizen homeowners unable to do the work themselves. For more information on how you can save money on your energy bills, call 405-553-3642 for details.
Oklahoma Electric Cooperative - Operation Round-Up organizes member and private donations, and the money raised can provide financial assistance and cash grants to individuals and organizations experiencing hardships. An applicant must live in OEC's service area in order to apply for help. Call 405-717-4508 for application deadlines and more information.
Oklahoma Gas & Electric – The Salvation Army administers the Lend-A-Hand assistance program. Customer and private contributions and donations distributed by the Salvation Army which distributes the money to help pay for utility, electricity, gas, cooling, fuel oil or firewood. For more information about how to get financial help, please contact The Salvation Army office in your area or dial 405-840-0735.
Oklahoma Gas and Electric (OG&E) operates a few other discount and grant programs. Prioirty is given to low income families and seniors. Read more Oklahoma Gas and Electric assistance.
Oklahoma Natural Gas – The program focuses on senior citizens, persons over 62 years of age and persons with disabilities in addition to those who have inadequate cash resources for paying home-heating needs and bills. Funds may be used by applicants to the program to help pay electric and propane if it is the main source of energy used to heat the home. Apply at the nearest Salvation Army, and you can also dial 1-800-664-5463 to learn more or get information.
Public Service Company of Oklahoma (PSO) offers customers the LIGHT A LIFE Energy Fund. The Salvation Army which administers and distributes the fund and cash grants to help people pay energy bills. Dial 918-599-2000
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