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Lights On, Homes Warm Utility Bill Fund Update

Update April 10, 2026: We have received confirmation from both Xcel Energy and CenterPoint Energy that payments have been made for all applications submitted by March 19. If you have not yet received payment, please contact us by phone or email. We plan to relaunch the Lights On, Homes Warm fund soon to continue providing financial support for utility bills.

Actualización del 10 de abril de 2026: Hemos recibido la confirmación tanto de Xcel Energy como de CenterPoint Energy de que se han realizado los pagos correspondientes a todas las solicitudes presentadas antes del 19 de marzo. Si aún no ha recibido su pago, por favor contáctenos por teléfono o correo electrónico. Tenemos previsto relanzar pronto el fondo Lights On, Homes Warm para continuar brindando apoyo financiero para el pago de facturas de servicios públicos.

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The Citizens Utility Board of Minnesota (CUB) is a nonprofit advocate for our state’s utility consumers. We champion affordable, reliable, safe, and clean home energy for all Minnesotans.

Resources: Utility Bill Help

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Lights On, Homes Warm Fund

With the Energy CENTS Coalition, CUB has launched a utility bill relief fund to ensure that families are able to stay current on their bills. Please contribute today to help us meet this urgent need.

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