Public Programs and Resources

Fraud/Scam Alert:

The Utah department of workforce Services (DWS) will not ask for personal information by text, phone, or e-mail for any state or federal program administered by the department. DWS will not send links for commercial products nor will DWS use links or web pages from any social media platforms (facebook, instagram, etc.) for official business.  Specific program eligibility determination pathways have been put in place to protect customer information. 

State Community Services Office

The State Community Services Office provides guidance, oversight, and funding to help communities assist people to become more self-sufficient socially, physically, culturally and economically by reducing poverty and improving the quality of life for low-income Utahns.

• Community Services Block Grant
• Earned Income Tax Credit
• Emergency Food Assistance

Home Energy Assistance Target (HEAT) Program

The HEAT program provides energy assistance to low income households in the state of Utah. Call 2-1-1 to find the local agency that connects customers to services in your community. Learn More

Weatherization Assistance Program

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) helps low-income individuals and families reduce energy costs and increase comfort and safety in their homes. Individuals, families, the elderly and the disabled who are no more than 200 percent of the current federal poverty income level are eligible for help from the Weatherization Assistance Program. However, priority is given to the elderly and disabled, households with high-energy consumption, emergency situations, and homes with preschool-age children. Call 2-1-1 to find the local agency in your community. Learn More

Other Resources: 2-1-1

2-1-1 connects you to critical health, housing, utilities and human services information available in your community. Learn More