Help with Heating Bills Available

WALLA WALLA – Blue Mountain Action Council reports that it has Washington State Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program grant dollars available to help pay down heating bills for low-income individuals and families in Columbia, Garfield, and Walla Walla counties.

Eligible parties must be at or below 125% of the federal poverty level. Households are eligible for assistance once a year through the winter, from Oct. 1 through June 30. BMAC will take appointments until June 30 or until funding is depleted.

Those in need can contact BMAC at (509) 529-4980.