Utility Assistance
Central Missouri Community Action - Energy Assistance
800 N. Providence Road, Columbia, MO 65203
Energy Line 573-615-8822 or 573-443-1100
Hours: 8 - 5, M - 5
Services: LIHEAP emergency utility assistance for low-income families; weatherization services (utility assistance and weatherization both subject to availability of funds and program guidelines). LIHWAP is a one time payment that can be applied towards the water and sewer bill.
Eligibility: Based on income and varies by program, call for information
Fees: None for income eligible recipients
Apply Online https://mydss.mo.gov/energy-assistance?fbclid=IwAR3MLERLh_Vfx_63BWBT19v4F5BCU6OKCsqCaM7zERDx2C2DQ3RKUO6KzMA
Common Ground
1015 E Atchison St, Jefferson City, MO 65101
573-522-4314
Provides financial assistance through a small benevolence ministry, house a Fair Trade Market, maintain a community garden and provide other educational and outreach services to the community around us.
Salvation Army
927 Jefferson Street Jefferson City, MO 65101
573-635-1975
http://www.salvationarmyusa.org/
Daily Services: Provides assistance to low-income individuals and families in crisis. Operates homeless shelter and offers emergency food, clothing, rent and utility assistance, as well as character building programs for youth and adults, counseling and referrals. Also provides seasonal assistance.
Samaritan Center
1310 E McCarty St. Jefferson City, MO 65101
573-634-7776
Pantry Distribution: Monday – Thursday 10:00am-12:00pm and Thursday 4:00pm-5:30pm
Services: Food, Clothing, Legal Care, Tax Assistance, Holiday Food, Christmas Adoption, Santa’s Workshop, Utility and Rent assistance when funds available.
St. Vincent de Paul Society
573-632-2634
Services: Various types of assistance depending on specific need, including utility disconnection
Fee: No fee