MEAP (Michigan Energy Assistance Program)

Phase 2 of THAW’s MI Water Program (Michigan Water Affordability Through Efficiency and Repair)
Phase 2 provides minor plumbing repairs, in-home water energy efficiency/conservation assessments, education, and water conservation supplies to eligible households within Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties with priority given to the poorest communities that were the hardest hit by COVID-19 including Detroit, Highland Park, Hamtramck, Ecorse, River Rouge, and Pontiac. Interested applicants
can learn more through the infographics below and, once eligibility is confirmed, you can apply at this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TGVWRKZ

More information can be found at thawfund.org and our Utility Assistance Specialists are here to answer your questions at 1-800-866-8429 (THAW) Monday through Friday 8am – 4:45pm.

The Heat And Warmth Fund — otherwise known as THAW — is kicking off the MI Neighborhood program
in the Yorkshire Woods Community.
THAW offers wrap-around services in addition to utility assistance to help people get back on track.
The nonprofit has handed out $216 million in assistance to nearly 300,000 homes since it started in
1985. Overall, the hope is to improve the long-term health and financial security of the neighborhood
via the pathway of home rehab and renovation. THAW was awarded $471,000 to make the transition
repairs.

NOTE: NEW!! Added 5/9/25
Attention Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb County residents! Are you in need of minor plumbing repairs?
The Heat and Warmth Fund can help! THAW has funds available for the MI Water Minor Plumbing Pro-
gram. Tri-County residents who are at or below 300% and who meet additional eligibility criteria may
apply for assistance. Repair maximum is $2500 per household. Please visit thawfund.org, call 1-800-
866-THAW (8429) Be sure to check your email after you submit your application for more information
and status updates!