During the late 1970’s, a world-wide oil embargo caused an escalation in home energy costs, despite the best efforts of state and federal government energy programs, the working-poor of Connecticut were still struggling to meet their energy needs and provide food and shelter for their families. Now 40 years later, Operation Fuel is still devoted to caring for the most vulnerable members of Connecticut’s population. We are devoted to responding to the energy needs of the communities we operate in and to providing warmth and light on the coldest, darkest nights of the year. Operation Fuel partners with local government and community-based organizations at more than 100 sites throughout Connecticut to ensure that families in need have access to year-round energy assistance. In addition to helping you apply for energy assistance programs, our partner agencies may be able to connect you with programs that provide assistance for food, clothing, health services, childcare, and more.