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MCWD CARES, a new customer financial assistance program that helps income-qualified customers save on their water bill is now open for applications.
Applications will be accepted beginning June 15, 2026 through Dollar Energy Fund, the program's sole intake and enrollment partner.
Beginning July 1, 2026, eligible customers will receive a $20.83 monthly credit applied directly to their fixed water charge. MCWD encourages any customer who needs help with their water bill to apply.
About MCWD CARES. MCWD CARES helps income-qualified customers to apply for and receive water bill relief. Key program details include:
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Benefit: $250 per year ($20.83/month), applied automatically to the fixed water charge.
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Eligibility: MCWD customers with household income at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines may qualify.
Application Window 1: June 15 – July 31, 2026
Approved grants disbursed July 2026 through June 2027.
Application Window 2: November 1 – December 31, 2026 (if funds remain). Approved grants disbursed January 2027 through June 2027.
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Program funding: $37,007 from District lease revenue. No customer rate funds are used.
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Enrollment requirement: Customers must remain current on their bills to stay enrolled.
How to Apply. All applications are handled exclusively by Dollar Energy Fund, a trusted nonprofit organization that has administered utility assistance programs nationwide for more than 40 years. MCWD does not process applications directly. Customers can apply:
Dollar Energy Fund also handles all eligibility questions and application status checks.
MCWD is proud to support our community.
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