Water is a human right. But, the United States has a water affordability problem. In places like Detroit, Baltimore, and other cities, families unable to afford their water bills have their water shut off. When this happens, kids can’t bathe, people can’t wash dishes, and grandparents can’t flush their toilets. The Human Utility is non-profit organization providing help to families and makes sure they always have running water at home.

Once you apply for help, we evaluate your application for need. We need info such as your lease or deed and state-issued ID. We also need proof of employment or disability. Apply online!

Then, we verify what you owe your water company. We provide a decision on your application within 15 business days. If you’re approved, you will receive an email, text message, or phone call depending on how you’d like to be contacted.

We currently help in Michigan and Maryland.