Norfolk, VA – Virginia’s Fuel Assistance Program, which helps income-eligible households manage heating expenses during the winter months, is now accepting applications through Thursday, November 14, 2025.
According to the Norfolk Sheriff’s Office, the statewide initiative assists residents with home heating costs, furnace restarts, delivery and installation charges, and connection or reconnection fees. The program aims to reduce the financial strain of keeping homes warm as colder weather approaches.
Eligible residents can determine if they qualify and apply online at commonhelp.virginia.gov or by calling (855) 635-4370 for assistance. Paper applications are also available in English and Spanish at the Norfolk Department of Human Services, located at 741 Monticello Ave.
Program details and downloadable application forms can be found at Norfolk.gov/energyassistance. Officials urge residents to apply early to ensure timely processing ahead of the peak winter heating season.
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