change a life today

Warmth for homes. Stability for families. Hope for all.


Since 1983, the award-winning Washington Area Fuel Fund (WAFF) has been a lifeline for families across the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region. Founded as a partnership between Washington Gas and The Salvation Army, WAFF has distributed more than $34 million to help over 320,000 people keep their homes warm.


Washington Gas pays all administrative costs.  Every dollar helps a family in need, and $500 can warm a household for the whole DMV winter season.


Your support provides cozy homes, warm water, hot stoves, and more. It also prevents cascading hardships so households can focus on health, stability, and hope. DMV families thank you!

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DONATE ONLINE

Your one-time or monthly donation  changes lives. PayPal® offers a quick, secure way to make donations.

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DONATE BY TEXT

Your one-time or monthly gift changes lives. Text SPREADWARMTH to 53-555 for a donation link.

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DONATE BY MAIL

Mailing a check is easy! Simply download the form, complete a few fields, and mail to the address shown.

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SPONSORSHIPS

Partnering with WAFF helps families and reflects your compassion and commitment to making a difference.

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IN-KIND GIVING

We gratefully accept in-kind services or resources that help WAFF deliver warmth, stability, and hope to families.

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PET-FOCUSED GIVING

Over 750,000 pets are surrendered each year due to financial hardship. Help pets stay with families.

Washington Gas customers, you can also easily help keep a neighbor warm when you pay your bill. You can update or cancel anytime.


Online: Add a donation at Washington Gas.

By mail: Check the WAFF box or send a [pledge form] for monthly giving.

By phone: Call 703-750-7944.

YOUR GENEROSITY...

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Prevents Shut-Offs

Your donation provides emergency assistance to stop heat disconnections. Families stay safe and warm when they need it most.

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provides long-term stability

With help from WAFF, households can focus on food, medicine, and work, as well as not being forced to surrender pets. Relief today helps families build better long-term resilience.

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builds compassion and dignity

It's not just a donation. It's a gift of dignity and hope. You are helping WAFF change lives in the DMV.

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"ARE WAFF Donations tax-deductible? How Much really goes to those in need? Who receives Help?"
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