The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LI-HEAP) helps families living on low incomes pay heating bills in the form of a cash grant. Households in immediate danger of being without heat can also qualify for crisis grants.
The cash grant is a one-time payment sent directly to the utility company/fuel provider to be credited on the family’s bill. These grants range from $500 to $1,500 based on household size, income, and fuel type.
This is a grant and does not have to be repaid.
The LIHEAP application period has been extended and is open through May 6, 2022.
To be eligible for the program, the applicant”
- Must meet income guidelines,
- Does not have to be on public assistance,
- Does not need to have an unpaid heating bill, and
- Can rent or own the residence
More about the program is at www.dhs.pa.gov/Services/Assistance/Pages/LIHEAP.aspx
