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CSC provides utility assistance to help our neighbors with basic life essentials that everyone deserves. We partner with local utility providers to keep lights on and your home comfortable year-round!
All completed applications for the 2024 season are due Friday 8/30. Applications will not be available in September. If you are at risk of a crisis, contact our help desk and make payment arrangements with your utility provider.
Appointments are not required to apply for assistance! Stop by our offices or download online, submit, and watch your mailbox for your receipt in 6-8 weeks! Learn more below.
If you’re at risk of facing a utility crisis, or already have a disconnection, please contact our Utility Assistance help desk for help, even when applications are closed.
Find answers to common questions about how utility assistance works, qualifications, and applying. Additional questions? Contact us.
Financial assistance with power and gas bills, and other heating/cooling methods. Assistance is available year-round, and does not require a shut-off notice or past due bill.
No, this program is for residences and individuals only.
Completed applications are processed in the order received (must include required documents). If you qualify, your pledge will be applied directly to your utility account. Please note, application processing can take up to 8 weeks.
Dependent on household eligibility, assistance starts at $250. Please note that funding is limited, multiple payments should not be expected.
Call the utility assistance line for the county you reside in (listed below) and press 4 to see if your application has been received.
Call our help desk and leave a message, or visit one of our offices in person. Inform your utility provider you're working with us, and make a payment plan if you're able.
No, you need to continue paying your utility bill as you're able.
All completed applications due Friday, August 30, for program season close out. Call our help desk if you are at risk of a crisis.
Must use current year’s application, prior year applications will not be accepted. Can take up to 8 weeks to process.
Eligibility criteria apply, households (includes all adults living in the residence) must meet income guidelines. Applications must be submitted with required documents, see below.
1121 NW 9th St.
Corvallis, Oregon 97330
Monday – Friday
8:00am – 5:00pm
No walk-ins after 4:00pm or on Wednesdays beyond dropping off completed applications or documents.
120 NE Avery, 2nd Floor
Newport, OR 97365
Monday – Wednesday
8:00am – 5:00pm
Closed for lunch noon-1:00pm
No walk-ins after 4:00pm beyond dropping off completed applications or documents.
250 SW Broadalbin, Suite 2A
Albany, OR 97321
Monday – Friday
8:00am – 5:00pm
Closed for lunch noon-1:00pm
No walk-ins after 4:00pm or on Wednesdays beyond dropping off completed applications or documents.
Please only leave one message per household. Calls are returned in the order received, allow up to 3 business days.
Please only leave one message per household. Calls are returned in the order received, allow up to 3 business days.
250 SW Broadalbin, Suite 2A
Albany, OR 97321
Automated scheduling line:
(541) 926-7163
Make your home more comfortable, safe and affordable with our FREE weatherization services and repairs. We partner with local utility companies to improve the energy efficiency of your home.
Looking for simple ways to reduce your utility bills, improve your energy conservation, and stay more comfortable year-round? Check out our energy education page for tips!
We’re always available to help answer your questions about energy conservation, weatherization and how to minimize your energy costs.
