GPCT has (3) emergency energy assistance cycles, and only accepts applications during the established application cycle window, as listed below. 

Cycle 1: September 1-15, 2026 [All decision letters emailed no later than November 13, 2026.] 

Cycle 2: December 1-15, 2026 [All decision letters emailed no later than February 12, 2027.] 

Cycle 3: March 1-15, 2027 [All decision letters emailed no later than May 14, 2027.] 

GPCT’s energy assistance programs require proof of (gross) income eligibility. GPCT assistance grants are not an entitlement to all Connecticut residents who fall within income guidelines.

• All household members 21 and older must provide proof of income for the (4) weeks prior to application date.
• Currently employed household members must provide paystubs with full name, pay date, pay period, and gross income. 
  • If paid monthly, we require 1 paystub. 
  • If paid bi-weekly, we require 2 paystubs. 
  • If paid weekly, we require 4 paystubs. 
• If you receive a monthly benefit, such as social security or pension, please provide your benefit letter from the current calendar year reflecting current monthly benefit. If you cannot locate your social security or pension letter, we would accept a bank statement with customer name on it showing the direct deposit amount from the month prior to application date. 
• If you have a current award letter for the CT Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), please submit your household’s most recent approval letter to qualify.

Please note: We do not accept 1099s, tax returns, or DSS worksheets (SNAP, Husky) as proof of income. If you do not receive employment income or qualifying monthly benefit, please fill out one of GPCT’s forms. 

Note: GPCT will provide notice to clients via email or voicemail if an application is incomplete. If an incomplete application is still pending after 30 days, the applicant may be required to re-apply as the household circumstances may have changed.