Pennsylvania’s Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) has been extended through Friday, May 8 for families who need help paying heating bills through the winter.
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LIHEAP grants help income-eligible families to pay their heating bills. Those who receive assistance do not have to repay it. LIHEAP offers both crisis and cash grants, which are one-time payments sent to a family’s utility company or fuel provider. The grants range from $200 to $1,000 and are based on household size, income, and fuel type.
Grants are available for the following:
- One in household with $1,995 monthly income and $23,940 annual income
- Two in household with $2,705 monthly income and $32,460 annual income
- Three in household with $3,415 monthly income and $40,980 annual income
- Four in household with $4,125 monthly income and $49,500 annual income
- Five in household with $4,835 monthly income and $58,020 annual income
- Six in household with $5,545 monthly income and $66,540 annual income
- Each additional household member: $710 added to monthly income and $8,520 to annual income
It is not necessary to have an unpaid balance to qualify. LIHEAP grants can be applied to a past balance to establish service at a new address.
To apply for a cash grant, applicants will need:
- Name and date of birth for all household members
- Proof of income for all household members
- Social Security numbers for all household members
- Copy of most recent utility bill (electric and gas if applicable)
Use the COMPASS online tool to apply for health and human service programs. Applications can be downloaded in English and Spanish.
