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Massachusetts has announced a new Middle-Income Heating Oil Relief program to help households that may not qualify for traditional fuel assistance. Residents are encouraged to share the information with friends, family, and neighbors who may benefit.
Program details
Eligibility: Household earning between 60% and 100% of the State Median Income, based on household size
Applications open: December 2026
Applications close: April 30, 2027, or until funding runs out
How to learn more
Residents can find more information on the state’s Middle-Income Heating Oil Relief page on the Mass.gov website. They can also complete the expanded heating assistance interest form and learn more directly from the state.
Graphic by the Town of Reading.
