As one of the largest and most ambitious energy assistance organizations in the country, Energy Outreach relies heavily on its partnership with emergency assistance agencies across the state. These agencies form the Charitable Energy Network, which handles the distribution of Energy Outreach funds to those in need.

To find the agency best suited to assist you, please click on the Agency Locator button above.

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The network was established in 1994 after Energy Outreach Colorado determined it was critical to be able to get energy assistance funds to needy families year round. Up until then, Energy Outreach had contributed all of its funds to the state Low-income Assistance Program (LEAP), which operates from November through April distributing a federal block grant to Coloradoans who meet the federal low-income guidelines.

Agencies participating in the network are as varied as the Coloradoans they’re committed to helping. Some are faith-based organizations, others are government offices. Some are dedicated to helping the ill; others are dedicated to helping the elderly or military personnel. One of the largest is Catholic Charities, which operates throughout the state to help thousands of Colorado families and seniors pay bills, find work and improve their lives.