How to apply for West Texas Opportunities (WTO) — CEAP Energy Assistance (Scurry County)

West Texas Opportunities, Inc. (WTO) — nonprofit Community Action Agency in Lamesa; the TDHCA Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) subrecipient for 18 Permian Basin and Big Country counties (Andrews, Borden, Dawson, Ector, Fisher, Gaines, Glasscock, Howard, Loving, Martin, Midland, Mitchell, Nolan, Reeves, Scurry, Upton, Ward, Winkler)

Who it's for

Scurry County's energy bill help (CEAP) is run by West Texas Opportunities (WTO) in Lamesa, through its Scurry County Neighborhood Center. It helps pay electric, gas and propane bills, helps in an energy emergency, and offers energy education. Household income must be at or below 150% of the federal poverty guidelines; older adults, people with disabilities and families with young children get priority. Apply at gowto.org or call 806-872-8354; the TDHCA CEAP line is 800-525-0657.

West Texas Opportunities is the TDHCA CEAP subrecipient for Scurry County (TDHCA Help for Texans lookup and the TDHCA Subrecipient Contact List updated 2026-02-02, checked 2026-09-25). Funds are limited and run out during the program year, so apply early. Subrecipient assignments can change between program years — confirm with TDHCA at 800-525-0657 if unsure.

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What you'll need

Proof of all household income
Current energy bill and any past-due notices
Photo identification
Proof of Scurry County residency

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 806-872-8354

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about West Texas Opportunities (WTO) — CEAP Energy Assistance (Scurry County). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need proof of all household income, current energy bill and any past-due notices, photo identification — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

up to multiple benefits per program year

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