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Happy Fourth of July!

In celebration of the 4th of July, Mountain CAP offices will be closed Monday, July 5th. We will resume business hours on Tuesday, July 6th at 9 a.m. Have a happy and safe Independence Day!

Closed in honor of Juneteenth

In honor of Juneteenth, Mountain CAP will be closed Friday, June 18, 2021 and resume normal hours on Monday, June 21, 2021. May we take this moment as a community to reflect on the important meaning of freedom for African Americans.   Image obtained at: https://www.freepik.com/premium-vector/hand-drawn-juneteenth-illustration_13955325.htm  

Emergency Broadband Benefit Program!

What is the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program? The Emergency Broadband Benefit Program is a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) program that provides a temporary discount on monthly broadband bills for qualifying low-income households. If your household is eligible, you can receive: Up to a $50/month discount on your broadband service and associated equipment rentals Up to a $75/month discount…

Are you interested in learning a trade and becoming an Electrician or an HVAC Technician?

Mountain CAP is seeking Weatherization Crew Technicians! The role of the Weatherization Crew Technician is to perform weatherization measures specific to the Virginia Weatherization Assistance Program, including residential repair work and diagnostic testing to ensure that the home is energy efficient. General carpentry skills at job sites located within the service area are a required…

How to Take Action to Avoid Eviction

Visit the following website to learn more on how you can avoid eviction due to COVID. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau provides a great deal of information and steps to take in order to prevent eviction. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued an order to help protect individuals facing eviction. This order is…

Energy Awareness!

Almost one-third of U.S. households have reported difficulty in paying #energy bills or adequately heating and cooling their homes. #Weatherization helps lower utility bills and makes homes more energy-efficient. Just one more reason why #WeatherizationWorks!