WAFF 2026 Application Form
  • WAFF Application Form

    WAFF Application Form

    Welcome to the Way to Warmth! We're glad you're here.
  • Please read these instructions before you apply.

    • You must apply for LIHEAP assistance in your state before applying for WAFF.
    • You must upload an official LIHEAP letter of acceptance or denial. Items such as screenshots will not be accepted. Sample LIHEAP acceptance letter
    • WAFF helps with natural gas home heating (not electricity or other fuel sources).
    • Your gas heat must be disconnected, or you must have a disconnection warning.
    • Your past-due bill must be $500 or less after applying any aid you have received.
    • You must upload proof of current ID and income sources.
    • If you report zero income, download the Zero Income form and have it notarized before you apply for WAFF.
    • You must live in one of the following areas:

    District of Columbia

    Maryland: City of Baltimore, Anne Arundel County, Baltimore County, Calvert County, Charles County, Frederick County, Howard County, Montgomery County, Prince George's County

    Virginia: City of Alexandria, City of Fairfax, City of Falls Church, City of Manassas, City of Manassas Park, City of Winchester, Arlington County, Clarke County, Fairfax County, Fauquier County, Frederick County, Loudoun County, Prince William County, Stafford County, Warren County

    For other assistance, please visit our Resources page.

  • I. Basic Eligibility Requirements

  • You must be the natural gas utility account owner to apply for WAFF assistance.

  • You must apply for LIHEAP assistance in your state before applying for WAFF. 

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  • You must have a recent utility warning or disconnection notice from your natural gas utility provider to apply for WAFF assistance. Please upload a copy of the document to continue.

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  • Sorry! Your adjusted balance must be $500 or less to qualify for WAFF. Please check your information and try again.

  • Success! The adjusted amount is $500 or less. Please click NEXT to proceed with your WAFF application.

  • II. Income Eligibility: Zero Income

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  • Thank you for completing your Zero Income information. Please click NEXT.

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  • If you are not reporting employment income or Social Security income, you must download a Zero Income form, have it notarized, and then upload it to your application.

  • Thank you for completing the Employment and Social Security Income section. Please proceed to the Personal Data section.

  • III. Personal Data

    Please tell us about yourself.
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  • You must live in Washington DC, Maryland, or Virginia to apply for WAFF assistance. Please enter an address in DC, MD, or PA.

  • IV. Your Household Information

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  • V. Demographic Information

    These questions are do not affect your eligibility, and you may choose "prefer not to answer." Your answers help WAFF improve service and ensure equity.
  • The Washington Area Fuel Fund (WAFF) does not discriminate in determining eligibility based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or any other protected class.

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