Now more than ever, with thousands of Connecticut residents reeling from the economic fallout of COVID-19, your support is critical.
Operation Fuel has been working furiously to help with the surge of assistance requests we've received from people who have lost their jobs, had work hours cut, or have had COVID-19-related medical issues. We anticipate many more requests in the coming weeks and months.
If you are in a position to give, please help us continue to power our neighbors. Click here to donate. Thank you, and stay safe.
Home energy costs continue to be an overwhelming burden to more than 400,000 Connecticut residents, However, you can help make a difference in their lives.
The charitable donations we receive each year from our generous donors allow Operation Fuel to ensure that the most vulnerable residents in Connecticut have access to year-round energy assistance. We simply can’t do it without you. Your support will make a real, lasting impact on the lives of those in need of energy assistance.
Ways To Give
MDC Customer Assistance Program
Operation Fuel and the MDC are partnering to raise funds to assist lower-income MDC customers who are struggling to pay their water bills and are at risk of losing access to water in their homes.
Please consider supporting your neighbors in need by making a gift online today using our secure website.
*PLEASE NOTE YOUR GIFT IS FOR “WATER ASSISTANCE” IN THE GIFT REFERENCE FIELD *
Cash or Check
Make checks or money orders payable to Operation Fuel, Inc. and mail to:
Operation Fuel, Inc.
75 Charter Oak Avenue
Suite 2-240
Hartford, CT 06106
Credit Card Gifts
Credit card gifts can be made to Operation Fuel by Visa,
MasterCard or American Express.
Make your gift online using our secure website.
Recurring Gifts
Support Operation Fuel through our recurring gift program.
Recurring credit card gifts can be made in any amount and scheduled for your convenience monthly, quarterly, or annually.
By paying a smaller increment over time, you can maximize your annual contribution to Operation Fuel while providing continuous support.
Matching Gifts
Maximize the impact of your gift by having it matched by your employer.
Many companies offer matching-gift programs for charitable donations made by their employees, which could double or even triple the value of your contribution.
Check with your company for more information and send
the matching gift forms in with your donation!
Legacy Giving
You can make a lasting impact on families and individuals facing crisis in Connecticut by making a planned gift to Operation Fuel.
By including Operation Fuel in your estate plans, you will become a member of The 1977 Society and help fulfill our mission of helping thousands of Connecticut residents struggling with their energy needs who have no other place to turn.
A gift through your will or estate will help us do what we do today, far into the future, and will improve the lives of Connecticut families and individuals for generations to come.
If you have already included Operation Fuel in your estate plans, please let us know so that we can welcome you as a member of The 1977 Society. For more information, please contact Dana Barcellos-Allen at (860) 243-2345, x3307 or dana@operationfuel.org.
Legal Language:
If you wish to name Operation Fuel in your will or estate plan, we should be named as: Operation Fuel, Inc.
Legal Address:
75 Charter Oak Avenue
Suite 2-240
Hartford, CT 06106
Tax ID number: 06-1253091
Stock Transfers
Below is the necessary information to make a gift of stock to Operation Fuel.
Please instruct your financial institution in writing to deliver
the shares or securities to:
LPL Financial
DTC# 0075
9785 Town Centre Drive
San Diego, CA 92121
Operation Fuel Account #38076557
A copy of the same letter should be sent to:
Julissa Rodriguez
Director of Finance & Administration
OPERATION FUEL, INC.
75 Charter Oak Avenue, Suite 2-240
Hartford, CT 06106
860/243-2345 x3303
860/726-9310 fax
Please include in the instructions that the shares/securities are for
Operation Fuel account #38076557.