Energy Assistance-Share the Light/NC Settlement Rate

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The Share the Light/NC Settlement Rate Program provides assistance to low-income households that are in a heating or cooling related emergency and have an income that is below 150% of poverty level.

An eligible household may receive assistance more than one time during the State's Fiscal Year (July 1-June 30).

The maximum benefit amount per household during any single Fiscal Year is $800. During the years in which North Carolina receives additional "emergency" CIP money from the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, families may receive up to $800 during one fiscal year period, with the maximum payment of $800 at any one time.

What is Covered and Not Covered?
Program pays for: Electric bills Deposits Fuel oil Kerosene Natural gas Propane Wood Coal Heaters Furnace repairs Fans	Program does NOT pay for: Rent Mortgage Water Prescription medications
Eligibility Requirements
A household that applies must: Must be a Chatham County resident Have at least one U.S. citizen or a non-citizen who meets certain eligibility criteria Meet an income test (150% poverty level) Be in a heating or cooling-related emergency Must have received final notice for electric and gas utilities Must have 5% oil or less in fuel storage tank, measured at extreme temperatures Be a Progress Energy customer
Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
What to Bring with You
Verification of income
How Are Payments Made?
Payments are made directly to the vendors such as oil companies, gas companies, and power companies, etc.

If you have questions, call our office at 919-542-2759 or email us at ask.dss@chathamcountync.gov