change a life today
Warmth for homes. Stability for families. Hope for all.
For 43 years, the award-winning Washington Area Fuel Fund (WAFF) has been a lifeline for families across the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region. Originally founded as a partnership between Washington Gas and The Salvation Army in 1983, WAFF now operates an an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
WAFF has disbursed more than $34 million to help over 320,000 people keep their homes warm when other forms of assistance are not available. Did you know that $500 can help keep a household warm all winter long?
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.
Thousands of area families thank you!
DONATE ONLINE
Your one-time or monthly donation changes lives. PayPal® offers a quick, secure way to make donations.
DONATE BY TEXT
Your one-time or monthly gift changes lives. Text SPREADWARMTH to 53-555 for a donation link.
DONATE BY MAIL
Mailing a check is easy! Simply download the form, complete a few fields, and mail to the address shown.
SPONSORSHIPS
Partnering with WAFF helps families and reflects your compassion and commitment to making a difference.
IN-KIND GIVING
We gratefully accept in-kind services or resources that help WAFF deliver warmth, stability, and hope to families.
PET-FOCUSED GIVING
Over 750,000 pets are surrendered each year due to financial hardship. Help pets stay with families.
YOUR GENEROSITY...
Prevents Shut-Offs
Your donation provides emergency assistance to stop heat disconnections. Families stay safe and warm when they need it most.
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.
builds compassion and dignity
It's not just a donation. It's a gift of dignity and hope. You are helping WAFF change lives and make sure that no one faces the cold alone.