Lynn Temporary Utility Assistance Fund in-person application session announced for November 17

The Lynn Temporary Utility Assistance Fund (LTUAF), supported by Mayor Jared Nicholson and the Lynn Housing Authority & Neighborhood Development, is offering eligible residents a one-time payment of up to $1,000 for assistance with energy bills. The aid can be applied toward electric, gas, propane, or oil expenses.

Residents looking to utilize this fund must complete their applications in person at an additional application session scheduled for Tuesday, November 17. The session will run from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Lynn Housing & Neighborhood Development, located at 10 Church St.

Applicants must bring all required physical documents with them to apply. If an applicant cannot attend the session, a designated representative may attend in their place. Once the application is complete, residents should allow 7 to 10 days for processing.

Requirements to apply include:

• Lynn Residency

• Income Verification (2 Pay Stubs, Letter from Employer, W-2 Form, 2025 Tax Returns, MassHealth Card, or SNAP Card)

• Latest Utility Bill or Proof of Utility Termination

Qualifications (Must be within 60% Area Median Income). Refer to the chart to see if you are within the threshold for qualifying.

# of Household Members

Annual Household Income (60% AMI)

1

$72,000

2

$82,320

3

$92,580

4

$102,840

5

$111,120

6

$119,340