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Chester County Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)

Emergency Rent and Utilities Assistance Program (ERAP)

Distributes funds provided by the American Recovery Act to assist eligible renters facing court-ordered eviction, a utility shutoff, or a need for a security deposit to secure permanent affordable housing.

Confidential Address

Eligibility: Renting tenants in Chester County who:

Must have eviction or shutoff notice

Qualify for unemployment or have experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or experienced a financial hardship, directly or indirectly, during COVID-19
Demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability.
Have a household income at or below 80 percent of the area median of $59,050 for a family of 1 or $84,300 for a family of 4

*Income limits are subject to change per guidance from the federal government.*

Hours: Resource Navigators are available for intake 24/7.

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Dollar Energy Fund

Utility Payment Assistance

Assists utility customers who meet income and payment eligibility guidelines with a $100 to $500 grant applied directly to their utility bill. Program Dates:

October 1 to November 29: open for services that are off or threat of termination only.
December 2 to March 31: open for services that are off only.
February 3 to February 28: open for services that are off or in threat of termination.

To apply for Dollar Energy funds, the account holder must live in the home. The grant covers residential, single home or apartment service. "Cooking only", commercial, industrial or apartments with shared utility service are not eligible. Applicants can only receive one grant per utility, per program year (October 1st through September 28).

PO Box 42329
Pittsburgh, PA 15203

Eligibility: If applicants are eligible and programs are open, applicants must apply for LIHEAP and CRISIS before applying for the Dollar Energy Fund Hardship Program. Gross monthly household income at or below 200% of Federal Poverty Income Guidelines. Income Calculator. Applicants must have an outstanding balance on their utility bill of at least $100. Seniors (age 62+) may have a $0 balance as long as there is no existing credit on the account.Proof of Sincere Effort of Payment: Gas and electric: Applicants must have paid at least $150 on their account in the past 90 days; senior citizens (age 62 and over) must have paid $100 on their accounts. Water and sewer: Applicants must have paid at least $100 on their account in the last 90 days; senior citizens (age 62 and over) must have paid at least $50.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 8:00pm

Indiana County Community Action Program

COMPASS Application for Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)

The Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) provides assistance to households that have experienced financial hardship and may be at risk of homelessness due to Covid-19. ERAP provides tenant households assistance with rental and utility costs to include arrearages and other related housing expenses.

Details about the requirements and a list of Frequently Asked Questions are available on the United States Department of the Treasury website.

827 Water Street
Indiana, PA 15701

Eligibility: Renter households that have income at or below 80 percent of the area median and in which at least one or more individuals living in the household:

Qualifies for unemployment or has experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or experienced a financial hardship due to COVID-19 AND

can demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability

Hours: COMPASS application is available online 24/7.

PASW Counties Using COMPASS for Emergency Rental Assistance Program

COMPASS Application for Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)

625 Forster Street
Harrisburg, PA 17120

Eligibility: Renter households that have income at or below 80 percent of the area median and in which at least one or more individuals living in the household:

Qualifies for unemployment or has experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or experienced a financial hardship due to COVID-19 AND

can demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability

Hours: Application available 24/7.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Provides assistance to households that have experienced economic insecurity and have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. ERAP provides tenant households assistance with rental costs and utilities to include past money owed.

This funding source may be different from other county COVID-19 Emergency Rent Payament Assistance Programs. In some cases both funds may be used. County case managers will be able to offer guidance.

Confidential Address

Eligibility: ERAP is for renters or homeless households. Tenants can apply for themselves or a landlord can apply on behalf of their current tenant(s). There are income guidelines:
Click here for Income Information OR
Click here for application.

(800) 692-7462

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Venango County Department of Human Services

Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)

Assisting individuals who are struggling with rent and utilities due to a COVID-19.

1 Dale Avenue
Franklin, PA 16323

Eligibility: Residents of Venango County. Financially impacted by COVID-19 and currently rent a home. Must meet specific income guidelines and demonstrate that they were affected by COVID-19 after March 13, 2020.

Hours: Call or visit web site for more information.

ACLAMO Family Centers

Emergency Rent and Utility Coalition

Provides up to $1,500 per month in assistance for rental arrears and/or utility arrears dating back to March 1, 2020, with a maximum of 6 months’ worth of arrears being awarded, not to exceed $9,000 per household.

512 West Marshall Street
Norristown, PA 19401

Eligibility: Residents of Montgomery County at or below 80% of Area Median Income and who have a shut off notice, have had service suspended, or have notice to appear in eviction court.

Hours: Irregular - call for details.

AGAPE

Financial Assistance

Provides financial assistancer for heating, rent, utilities, mortgage, car, medical and prescription expenses and other needs on case by case basis depending on available funding.

851 Railroad Street
Bloomsburg, PA 17815

Eligibility: Residents of Columbia and Montour counties. Must meet program guidelines and income guidelines. Call for information.

Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm; Thursday, 9:00am to 5:00pm; Wednesday, 10:00am to 4:00pm

Allegheny Link

Utility Payment Assistance Referrals

Provides resource navigation for utility payment assistance.

One Smithfield Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Eligibility: City of Pittsburgh residents.

Hours:
Phone Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
In Person Meetings: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm

Allegheny Valley Association of Churches

Emergency Financial Assistance

Provides emergency financial assistance in the form of gasoline assistance, clothing, emergency food, help with rent and utilities, and help with prescriptions. Limited to once a year.

1913 Freeport Road
Natrona Heights, PA 15065

Eligibility:

Families in emergency situations
Income at or below 200% of Federal Poverty Guidelines
Residents of Brackenridge, East Deer Township, Fawn Township, Frazier Township, Harrison Township, Natrona Heights, New Kensington, Tarentum, and West Deer Township

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm

American Rescue Workers

Utility Assistance

As funds are available, a limited amount is utilized for utility assistance for those with utility shut-off notices.

502 Mulberry Street
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648

Eligibility: Hollidaysburg and Duncansville residents only and must have shut-off notice; Individuals can recieve help one time a year

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 12:00pm then 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Please call to schedule an appointment time

American Rescue Workers

Utility Assistance

Provides assistance with the payment of a fuel or utility bill on an emergency, case by case basis.

337 Bridge Street
Williamsport, PA 17701

Eligibility: Requests for utility assistance must be accompanied by a shut-off notice.

Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 8:00am to 12:00pm, 1:00pm to 3:00pm; Wednesday, 1:00pm to 4:00pm

Armstrong County Community Action of Pennsylvania

Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)

Provides Emergency Rental Assistance Program funds available for those whose housing or utilities are in jeopardy due to income loss and COVID-19.

705 Butler Road
Kittanning, PA 16201

Eligibility: Residents of Armstrong County who are at risk of losing housing or utility services due to COVID-19.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm

Army Emergency Relief

Provides emergency aid, in the form of either a direct grant (a cash gift, not to be repaid) or an interest-free loan, and by giving college scholarships to children of soldiers.

2530 Crystal Drive
Suite 13161
Arlington, VA 22202

Eligibility: The following individuals are eligible for assistance from Army Emergency Relief:

Soldiers on extended active duty and their dependents.
Members of the Reserve Components of the Army (National Guard under Title 10 authority and Army Reserve) who are on continuous active duty for more than 30 consecutive days and their eligible family members.
Soldiers retired from active duty because of longevity or physical disability or retired upon reaching age 60 (Reserve Components) and their eligible family members.
Widows, widowers and orphans of Soldiers who died while on active duty or after retirement as cited above.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Associated Charities

Neighbor to Neighbor Fuel Assistance

Provides natural gas fuel assistance in partnership with National Fuel Company.

409 East Central Avenue
Titusville, PA 16354

Eligibility: Individuals ages 55 and older

Hours: Call for more information.

Benefits Data Trust, Public Benefits Assistance

PA Benefits Center

Assists with submitting applications for:

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)
PACE/PACENET (Pharmaceutical Assistance Contract for the Elderly)
Senior Food Box Program
LIS (Low Income Subsidy)
LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program)
PTRR (Property Tax & Rent Rebate)
Medicaid Recertification
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
CHIP (Children’s Health Insurance Program)
CCIS (Child Care Subsidy)
If residing in Philadelphia, referrals offered for additional city-based public benefits.

Confidential Address

Eligibility: Residents of Pennsylvania.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm

Blair County Community Action Program

Utility Assistance

Offers financial assistance for paying utility bills.

2301 Beale Avenue
Altoona, PA 16602

Eligibility: Must be renting, (Must state in the lease that interruption of services will result in eviction) must have employment/income (child support is considered income and so is cash assistance but they must have a positive budget), must reside in Blair County.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm

Bob Perks Fund

Gas Service Payment Assistance

Assists cancer patients with paying gas service bills.

PO Box 313
State College, PA 16804

Eligibility: Those with cancer who need help with basic necessities.

Hours: Call for more information.

Boyertown Area Multi-Service

Energy Assistance

Designed to assist with utilities (electric and gas) or fuel bills. Assist with completing of Crisis Fuel applications through LIHEAP.

200 West Spring Street
Boyertown, PA 19512

Eligibility: Individuals needing assistance with utilities or a fuel bill; Based on income

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Bridge of Penn York Valley Churches

Emergency Financial Assistance Vouchers

Provides vouchers for shelter for people facing eviction, needing a security deposit to secure housing, or needing overnight shelter. Provides utility vouchers for those in danger of having their gas, electric, or water turned off (need a shut-off notice). Provides food vouchers for transients needing a meal after food bank hours. Provides transportation for those stranded and unable to get transportation out of the community. Other emergency situations or other monetary crises on a case-by-case basis.

P.O. Box 202
Sayre, PA 18840

Eligibility: Residency and income guidelines, call for information. For shelter, must have an eviction notice. For utility assistance, must have a shut-off notice.

Hours: Monday through Wednesday, 9:00am to 12:30pm; Thursday 9:00am to 11:30am

Bringing Hope Home

Light of Hope Family Grant Program

Provides financial assistance to those with cancer and their families.

641 Swedesford Road
Malvern, PA 19355

Eligibility: Individuals with cancer and their families

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Bucks County Government

Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) (BERA)

Provides a coordinated assistance program to eligible Bucks County tenants impacted by COVID-19. Effective 9/2/2022, eligible tenants can receive 3 total months of financial assistance, including utilities, with up to 1 month of prospective rent assistance. This financial assistance is one time only, and additional funds will not be made available.

55 East Court Street
Doylestown, PA 18901

Eligibility:
Bucks County tenants in one of the following housing situations:

renting a unit
renting a manufactured (mobile) home and/or the parcel of land the manufactured home occupies
renting a residence in a “rent-to-own” agreement, under which the renter has the option (or obligation) to purchase the property at the end of the lease term
displaced tenant seeking relocation (move-in) assistance for an identified rental unit

Hours:
Website and online application available 24/7

BERA Helpline: Monday through Saturday, 9:00am to 6:00pm

Bucks County Opportunity Council

Housing Services

Provides one-time assistance emergency and preventative assistance. Services include rental assistance and move in assistance; and prevention of shut-offs for electrical, water, sewer, gas and other utilities; assistance with automobile insurance and payments; and ride share apps.

33 Union Street
Doylestown, PA 18901

Eligibility: Residents of Bucks County with annual household income at or below 200% of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Federal Poverty Income Guideline

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm

Bucks County Opportunity Council

Housing Services

539 Jacksonville Road
Warminster, PA 18974

Eligibility: Residents of Bucks County with annual household income at or below 200% of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Federal Poverty Income Guideline

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm

Bucks County Opportunity Council

Housing Services

721 Veterans Highway
Bristol, PA 19007

Eligibility: Residents of Bucks County with annual household income at or below 200% of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Federal Poverty Income Guideline

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm

Bucks County Opportunity Council

Housing Services

136 C Mill Road
Quakertown, PA 18951

Eligibility: Residents of Bucks County with annual household income at or below 200% of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Federal Poverty Income Guideline

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm

Carbon County Action Committee For Human Services

Utility Assistance

Agency can assist low income customers with home heating expenses through several programs including: emergency grants to prevent electric service termination, emergency fuel deliveries, and/or the State WAP or UGI LIURP weatherization assistance programs that install energy savings measures for the purpose of reducing heat loss and home heating expenses).

267 South Second Street
Lehighton, PA 18235

Eligibility: Residents of Carbon County

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:30pm ; closed major holidays

Catholic Charities Diocese of Allentown

Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Provides families and individuals financial assistance for rent including: rent, rental arrears, utilities, and home energy costs incurred due, directly, or indirectly, to COVID-19.

402 West Chew Street
Allentown, PA 18102

Eligibility: Residents of Carbon County in need of help with rent or utilities

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm, other times by appointment only

Catholic Charities Diocese of Allentown

Catholic Charities Schuylkill-Carbon

Catholic Charities provides a range of human services to individuals, families and parishes.
Services:
* Adoption
* Pregnancy
* Immigration Services
* Senior Services
* Counseling
* Community Support
* Parish Outreach
* Housing

319 Mahantongo Street
Pottsville, PA 17901

Eligibility: Call for information.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm; other times by appointment

Catholic Charities Diocese of Allentown

Community Support Program

Case management services assist individuals with goal setting to help individuals and families to establish and sustain self-sufficiency. Referrals are made to the appropriate resources. Can provide housing and utility funds, budgeting and job search counseling.

234 Grace Street
Reading, PA 19611

Eligibility: Residents of: Berks County

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown

Emergency Fuel and Utility Assistance

Catholic Charities will provide emergency fuel/utility assistance to residents of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown, depending on availability of funding. Catholic Charities will prioritize emergency fuel/utility assistance to the following groups

Families with young children
Elderly
Families/Individuals on a fixed income (from governmental sources)
Individuals with physical or mental disabilities

Confidential Address

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

(814) 353-0502

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Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Greensburg

Utility Service Payment Assistance

Provides financial assistance to low income residents for help in paying their utility bills, utility security deposits, and utility reconnect fees. Payments are made directly to the service provider.

711 East Pittsburgh Street
Greensburg, PA 15601

Eligibility: Residents of the service area whose income is at or below 175% of the poverty level.

Hours:
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm
Help Line: 24/7

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Pittsburgh

Basic Needs Assistance - Utility Bills

Offers limited financial assistance for utility bills; also provides assistance with applications for Dollar Energy and CAP programs.

212 Ninth Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Eligibility: Individuals and families who reside in the service area and are at risk of homelessness with income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guideline. Must meet additional criteria, including one or more of the following:

Older adult (age 55 and older)

Pregnant
Children in the home

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Pittsburgh

Basic Needs Assistance - Utility Bills

Offers limited financial assistance for utility bills; also provides assistance with applications for Dollar Energy and CAP programs.

276 East End Avenue
Beaver, PA 15009

Older adult (age 55 and older)

Pregnant
Children in the home

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Pittsburgh

Basic Needs Assistance - Utility Bills

Offers limited financial assistance for utility bills; also provides assistance with applications for Dollar Energy and CAP programs.

120 West New Castle Street
Butler, PA 16001

Older adult (age 55 and older)

Pregnant
Children in the home

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Pittsburgh

Basic Needs Assistance - Utility Bills

Offers limited financial assistance for utility bills; also provides assistance with applications for Dollar Energy and CAP programs.

72 East High Street
Waynesburg, PA 15370

Older adult (age 55 and older)

Pregnant
Children in the home

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Pittsburgh

Basic Needs Assistance - Utility Bills

Offers limited financial assistance for utility bills; also provides assistance with applications for Dollar Energy and CAP programs.

6 North Mill Street
New Castle, PA 16101

Older adult (age 55 and older)

Pregnant
Children in the home

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Pittsburgh

Basic Needs Assistance - Utility Bills

Offers limited financial assistance for utility bills; also provides assistance with applications for Dollar Energy and CAP programs.

331 South Main Street
Washington, PA 15301

Older adult (age 55 and older)

Pregnant
Children in the home

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Catholic Social Services - Southeast Pennsylvania

Catholic Social Services - Immigrant, Refugee and Asylee Support

Provides benefits assistance for refugees.

222 North 17th Street
Suite 300
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Eligibility: Call or walk-in to determine eligibility requirements for specific need.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Center for Community Action

LIHEAP Furnace Crisis

Assists with furnace repair or replacement during the winter months; November through April.

195 Drive-In Lane
Everett, PA 15537

Eligibility: 150% of Federal Poverty Guideline.
Have received LIHEAP fuel assistance.
Referrals are received from the County Assistance Office.
Open beginning of November through middle of April.
Allows for furnace repair or replacement.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm

Center for Community Action

LIHEAP Furnace Crisis

Assists with furnace repair or replacement during the winter months; November through April.

216 North 2nd Street
Suite D
Mc Connellsburg, PA 17233

Eligibility: - 150% of Federal Poverty Guideline
- Have received LIHEAP fuel assistance
- Referrals are received from the County Assistance Office
- Open beginning of November through middle of April
- Allows for furnace repair or replacement

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 3:30pm

Center for Community Resources

Utility Assistance

Provides assistance to Butler County residents in resolving a home heating and energy crisis. Acts as a single point of contact for the many governmental, private and charitable funds that are available to address energy and related needs.

212 South Main Street
Suite 625
Butler, PA 16001

Eligibility: Resident of: Butler County

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Center for Community Resources

Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Provides funds for those whose housing is in jeopardy due to income loss due to COVID-19.

212-214 South Main Street
Butler, PA 16001

Eligibility: * U.S. citizen, or qualified noncitizen with an unexpired immigration status;o Renter in Butler County (other counties have programs for their residents);
* Obligation to pay rent on a residential dwelling or utility and home energy
obligations;
* One or more members of the household who qualified for unemployment
benefits, experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant
costs, or experienced other financial hardship due, directly or indirectly, to
COVID-19;
* One or more members of the household who demonstrate a risk of experiencing
homelessness or housing instability (meaning they have a past due utility or rent
notice or eviction notice; unsafe or unhealthy living conditions exist; or there is
other evidence of such risk, such as past due rental payments); and
* An annual or monthly income that is no more than 80% of the Area Median
Income (AMI) for the household size.

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Center for Family Services

Neighbor for Neighbor Utility Assistance

Assists with National Fuel payment and alternate heating sources on a case by case basis for eligible households.

213 West Center Street
Meadville, PA 16335

Eligibility: Individuals meeting any of the following criteria: Aged 55 or older, Receiving a disability income, Receiving Unemployment Compensation, Recent los of income within 30 days ( must be verified), Experiencing a medical emergency (accompanied by verification from a physician), a Veteran or employed w/ and income between 151%-200% of poverty income guidelines.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm

Center in the Park

Neighborhood Energy Center

Provides information on energy conservation techniques to lower utility bills; education on common home repairs that yield the most savings; utility assistance and weatherization programs available to low- and moderate-income families; home repair programs for housing preservation; and developing a budget to manage household expenses.

Provides assistance with the following programs and applications:

Budget Counseling/Energy Counseling
Emergency Oil Assistance
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Low Income Conservation Assistance Program (LICAP)
Rain Water Barrels
Utility Assistance
Utility Emergency Services Fund (UESF)
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) Applications
Water Conservation

5818 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19144

Eligibility: Eligibility criteria is based on the specific program an individual is applying to receive. Please call or walk-in for more information.

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:30am to 1:00pm for walk-ins
Fridays by appointment.

Central Pennsylvania Community Action

Utility Assistance

Utility assistance services include, DOLLAR ENERGY, NEIGHBOR FOR NEIGHBOR, H2O HELP TO OTHERS PROGRAM, PENNSYLVANIA AMERICAN WATER (PAWC) and WARM AND WARM PLUS SERVICES, FIRSTENERGY COMPANIES, PENELEC AND WEST PENN POWER. Provides information and guidance throughout assitance process.

207 East Cherry Street
Clearfield , PA 16830

Eligibility: Call or visit website for more information.

Hours: Call for more information.

Central Pennsylvania Community Action

Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Providing emergency assistance for renters, landlords, and utility providers negatively affected financially by the COVID-19 pandemic and are behind, or will be behind on rent and/or utilities.

207 East Cherry Street
Clearfield , PA 16830

Eligibility: Must fall within income guidelines. Details about the requirements and a list of Frequently Asked Questions are available on the United States Department of the Treasury website.

Hours: Call or visit website for more information.

Charitable Deeds and Services

Financial Assistance

Offers financial help to needy households. Service is limited to once per 12-month period.

260 Highpoint Road
Knox, PA 16232

Eligibility: Individuals and families in the Clarion, Forest and Venango areas.

Hours: Irregular - call for details

Christian Assistance Network

Financial Assistance

Provides emergency assistance to help individuals and families get over temporary setbacks due to illness, unemployment, or other crisis. Assists with the basic needs of food, clothing, housing, and medical expenses.

120 East Main Street
Grove City, PA 16127

Eligibility: Residents of Grove City Area School District

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Citizens Against Physical, Sexual and Emotional Abuse

Cameron / Elk Coordinated Entry (General and Domestic Violence)

Use this service for Coordinated Entry in Cameron or Elk Counties for General or Domestic Violence Assessment for Homelesness or housing crisis.

28 Morgan Avenue
Ridgway, PA 15853

Eligibility: Call for more information.

Hours: Office number: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm
Hotline: 24/7

City of Reading

Rental and Utility Assistance

* Provides rental assistance for residents that live within the City of Reading. Must have an eviction notice.
* Provides utility assistance for residents that live within the City of Reading. Must have shut off notice.
* Provides one time help for low-income homeowners with their water, sewer, trash and recycling bills. May receive one time a year - up to $150.00 in credit on the water, sewer, trash and recycling bills

815 Washington Street
Reading, PA 19601

Eligibility: Rent and Utility Assistance: Income restrictions apply
Water Assistance Hardship Program: * Applicants must be a Reading Area Water Customer * Must be a homeowners, not tenants * Must meet certain income guidelines * Must be current on their existing bills

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm

Cloverleaf Area Ecumenical Assistance Program

Financial Assistance

Provides financial assistance to our clients who might be experiencing a financial hardship including rent, utilities, and medical bills.

2 Grove Place
Pittsburgh, PA 15236

Eligibility: Low income.

Hours: Food Distribution: Every other Tuesday, 9:00am to 12:00 pm.
Office Hours: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania

Emergency Repair Fund

Offers financial assistance for the repair or replacement of natural gas furnaces, water heaters, service & house lines and space heaters serving as the primary heat source for a residential dwelling.

121 Champion Way, Suite 100
Canonsburg, PA 15317

Eligibility: Columbia Gas customers who are homeowners with income at or below 150% of the federal poverty income guidelines. Dwelling must be the primary residence.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 7:00pm

Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania

Customer Assistance Program (CAP)

CAP offers affordable payment plans for customers with low incomes and long-term bill payment problems.

121 Champion Way, Suite 100
Canonsburg, PA 15317

Eligibility: Columbia Gas residential heat customers. Total gross income for all household members must be at or below 150% of the federal poverty income guidelines.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 7:00pm

Commission on Economic Opportunity (CEO)

Utility Payment Assistance

Provides utility customers with access to assistance to help with bill payment for gas and electric services.

165 Amber Lane
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702

Eligibility: Individuals in need of assistance with utility bills.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm (Closed from 12:00pm to 1:00pm)

Commission on Economic Opportunity (CEO)

Utility Payment Assistance

Provides utility customers with access to assistance to help with bill payment for gas and electric services thru PPL, UGI Fuel Funds and Energy Conservation
, PPL programs, such as security deposit waivers.

100 West Broad Street
Lower Level
Hazleton, PA 18201

Eligibility: PPL, UGI Utilities. Call for information.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm; Closed for Lunch (12:00pm to 1:00pm)

Commission on Economic Opportunity (CEO)

Utility Payment Assistance

Provides utility customers with access to assistance to help with bill payment for gas and electric services.

819 Hunter Highway
Tunkhannock, PA 18657

Eligibility: Wyoming county residents, eligibility vary with utility assistance program. Call for information.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm

Community Action

Emergency Shelter and Rent Assistance

Provides assistance with housing emergencies such as foreclosure, eviction, and essential utility termination (heat, electric, water/sewage), as well as emergency shelter and assistance to locate permanent housing; assistance with budgeting, and addressing other issues affecting the household through referrals to community resources.

30A South Sheridan Road
Clarion, PA 16214

Eligibility: Must be a resident of Clarion county and experiencing homelessness.

Hours: Hours may vary

Community Action

Homeless Assistance Program

Provides housing assistance for homeless or near homeless situations for: rent, mortgage, heat, electric, or water/sewage assistance.

105 Grace Way
Punxsutawney, PA 15767

Eligibility: Individuals who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.

Hours: Hours may vary. Call for more information.

Community Action

Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Providing rent and utility (electric, gas, heating fuel, sewer, trash or water) payment assistance for renters affected by COVID-19.

105 Grace Way
Punxsutawney, PA 15767

Eligibility: Household is below or at 80% of the area median income.
- One or more individuals in household can demonstrate risk of homelessness or housing instability.
- One or more individuals in household qualified for unemployment benefits reduced income, significant costs, other financial hardship due directly/indirectly to COVID-19.

Hours: Call or email for more information and questions about application

Community Action Agency of Delaware County (CAADC)

Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF)

Provides a range of financial and supportive services to low-income veterans and their families. Assistance can include help with rent, mortgage, or utility payments. After reviewing application and all back-up documentation, applicant will be notified about assistance eligibility. The process may take 2-3 weeks, depending on the type of assistance applied for.

1414 Meeting House
Boothwyn, PA 19061

Eligibility: Low-income veterans and families residing in or transitioning to permanent housing.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 3:00pm

Community Action Partnership for Somerset County

Gas Service Payment Assistance

Provides financial assistance with utility bills.

535 East Main Street
Somerset, PA 15501

Eligibility: Call for information

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm

Community Action Partnership for Somerset County

Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Provides Emergency Rental Assistance Program funds for those whose housing is in jeopardy due to income loss due to COVID-19.

535 East Main Street
Somerset, PA 15501

Eligibility: Somerset residents whose housing is in jeopardy due to income loss as a result of COVID-19.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm

Community Action Partnership of Mercer County

Neighbor for Neighbor Heat Fund

Provides assistance to qualifying individuals who require help to prevent disconnection of a utility service, to pay overdue bills for any energy source, to purchase any type of heating fuel or to repair/replace heating equipment.

75 South Dock Street
Sharon, PA 16146

Eligibility: Must be 55 years or older * Receiving disability or unemployment income * Able to demonstrate a certified medical emergency * Resident of the National Fuel Gas service territory, but not necessarily a National Fuel Gas customer.

Hours: Irregular - call for details

Community Reach

Food Pantry

Operates a Choice Food Pantry. Offers clothes, toys, school supplies, and other basic needs. Provides Information and Referral by directing clients to available agencies and resources for assistance according to the need. Offers Life Skills Training and emergency assistance. Accepts donations.

15 First Avenue
Red Lion, PA 17356

Eligibility: County residents

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 2:00pm - By appointment only

Community Services of Venango County

Utility Assistance

Provides utility assistance for county residents. These funds are contingent on donations and have conditions that must be met.

203 Center Street
Oil City, PA 16301

Eligibility: Venango County residents

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:30am to 4:00pm

Community Services of Venango County

Child Advocacy Program

Provides emergency assistance for families with children who are in school. Examples of assistance include rent, doctor appointments, dental needs, utilities and transportation.

203 Center Street
Oil City, PA 16301

Eligibility: Income eligible families with children in the home aged 18 and under who are in school. There is a maximum for each need only one time per year and there is a lifetime limit.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Connellsville Area Community Ministries

Gas Bill Assistance

Provides gas bill payment assistance to low income residents of Connellsville. Cannot provide fuel assistance.

110 West Crawford Avenue
Connellsville, PA 15425

Eligibility: Resident of Connellsville Area School District

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 3:00pm

CONTACT Helpline

ERAP Hotline

Serves as the hotline for Dauphin ERAP program. The application process is currently paused at this time: not accepting new applications.

PO Box 90035
Harrisburg, PA 17109

Eligibility: * Qualify for unemployment benefits OR experienced a reduction in income, incurred significant costs, or experienced other financial hardship due directly or indirectly to COVID-19 that threaten the household’s ability to pay the costs of the rental property when due

* Demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability, which may include past due rent and utility notices and eviction notices

* Must be at 80% Area Median Income or below

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 8:00pm

Cornerstone of Beaver County

Housing and Financial Assistance

Assists Beaver County residents experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk of homelessness with housing and utility funding.

600 Sixth Street
Beaver Falls, PA 15010

Eligibility: Residents of: Beaver County

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Cornerstone of Beaver County

Supportive Services for Veteran Families

Provides supportive services to very low-income Veteran families living in or transitioning to permanent housing.

May provide eligible Veteran families with outreach, case management, and assistance in obtaining VA and other benefits.

600 Sixth Street
Beaver Falls, PA 15010

Eligibility: Low income Veterans and their Dependents

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Council of Churches Schuylkill Haven & Vicinity

Emergency Assistance

As Council funds permit, heat and utilities aid is available and can be provided on a one time basis to any resident family or individual faced with a crisis or tragedy who are unable to make payment. Contact information to secure an application may be accessed from any affiliated church pastor or at Schuylkill Haven Borough Hall. Likewise, pass through travelers incurring an emergency may inquire from the Schuylkill Haven or PA State Police about overnight lodging and food.

PO Box 303
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972

Eligibility: Residents of Schuylkill Haven only

Hours: 24/7

(570) 500-9898

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Crawford County Mental Health Awareness Program

Community Support Services

Provides case management in addition to utility assistance, employment aid, and short-term transportation assistance.

386 Chestnut Street
Meadville, PA 16335

Eligibility: Individuals in need that reside in Crawford County. Must meet income guidelines.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm

CrossNet Ministries

Social Services

* Offers financial assistance (utilities, rent, etc.) on a case by case basis for those in ELANCO
* Offer case management for those in ELANCO with low resources and make referrals when appropriate.
* Transportation ministry available for those in ELANCO who need access to medical or educational (school meetings) appointments.
* Mobile clothing closet offering free clothing during the scheduled community meals.

123 West Franklin Street
New Holland, PA 17557

Eligibility: Residents of Elanco School District ONLY, families and/or individuals

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Cumberland County Housing and Redevelopment Authorities

Rental Assistance Program

Provides rent and utility assistance.

114 North Hanover Street
Suite 104
Carlisle, PA 17013

Eligibility: County residents qualifies for unemployment or has experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or experienced a financial hardship due to COVID-19.

Hours: Varies, call for details

Divine Grace Parish

Financial Assistance and Food Pantry

Identifies community needs and resources in order to provide tangible assistance to individuals and families experiencing difficulties.

311 Lawrence Avenue
Ellwood City, PA 16117

Eligibility: Varies by service; call for details.

Hours: Tuesday through Thursday, 9:00am to 12:00pm and 1:00pm to 4:00pm

Eagles Fly for Leukemia

Family Support Fund

Helps families of children with cancer cope with the extraordinary costs associated with these illnesses.

1550 Liberty Ridge Drive, Suite 330
Wayne, PA 19087

Eligibility:

Families and children experiencing a pediatric cancer diagnosis
Receiving care at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Nemours Children's Hospital, or St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children

Hours: Irregular - call for details.

Eastern PA Trans Equity Project

Rapid Response Crisis Grants

Provides rapid monetary assistance to transgender people and the parents of trans children. Includes rent assistance, utility payments, car repair, bus passes, transgender affirming medication, and food assistance. All payments are made directly to the vendor.

Confidential Address

Eligibility:

Transgender people and parents of transgender children
Residents of Berks, Bucks, Chester, Columbia, Delaware, Lackawanna, Lancaster, Lehigh, Luzerne, Montgomery, Northampton, Pike, and Wayne counties

Hours: Monday through Friday, 10:00am to 3:00pm

(484) 602-5918

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Easton Area Neighborhood Center

Utility Assistance

Helps UGI customers lower their utility bills. Must meet eligibility guidelines.

902 Philadelphia Road
Easton, PA 18042

Eligibility: UGI customers who reside in service area

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Endless Mountain Mission Center

Emergency Aid

Offers aid with utility assistance and rental assistance.

51 Mission Center Drive
Troy, PA 16947

Eligibility: Only residents of Bradford County are eligible.

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:00am to 4:00pm

Faith Centre

Utility Assistance

Programs that provide financial assistance for people who are at risk for having their utilities shut off; offer discounted utility services; provide disconnection protection; arrange for notification regarding pending disconnection; make available special services such as large print utility bills or levalized energy bill payment arrangements which support people's ability to make their payments; or supply wood, propane, butane or other fuel for heating or cooking purposes in situations where people have no other means of acquiring them. Utility assistance programs may have age, income, disability, need or other eligibility requirements.

131 South Allegheny Street
Bellefonte, PA 16823

Hours: By Appointment

Families First

Utility Assistance

Administers the Customer Assistance Program (CAP) for lower income Met Ed electric households. Program provides bill subsidy, debt forgiveness and free weatherization services, sponsored by Met Ed and First Energy. Must meet income guidelines.

1620 Teels Road
Pen Argyl, PA 18072

Eligibility: Individuals and families residing within the Pen Argyl School District

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm; Evenings by appointment

Family Promise of Berks County Inc.

Rent and Utility Assistance Program

RUA operates when funds are available by providing temporary financial assistance to eligible County residents with limited income, facing a court ordered eviction or utility shut off.
Focuses on Homeless Prevention and Rapid Rehousing. Applicants receive financial assistance, case management, budget counseling, mediation, advocacy and coordination of services.

325 North Fifth Street
Reading, PA 19601

Eligibility: * Must reside in Berks County (excluding City of Reading) * Homeless or at risk of homelessness * Meet income guidelines

* Possess a court ordered eviction notice or utility shut off notice * Provide identification, proof of income for all household members * Demonstrate a reasonable ability to regain self-sufficiency through temporary assistance

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Family Promise of Monroe County

Family Promises of Monroe County - Home4Good - Pike County

For those who are homeless or near homeless, funding for eligible individuals to use to pay the first and last month's rent in order to maintain current housing or obtain new housing.
Could also help pay for other financial expenses that, without the support, might lead to homelessness, including security deposits, utility assistance or transportation.
Eligibility for the Home4Good funding is based on income and prioritized based on vulnerability.

506 Broad Street
Milford, PA 18337

Family Services of Montgomery County

Emergency Rent and Utilities Coalition (ERUC) (ERAP)

The Emergency Rent and Utilities (ERU) Program is designed to provide housing stability to low- and moderate-income Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, residents at risk of eviction and/or homelessness as a result of COVID-19.

3125 Ridge Pike
Eagleville, PA 19403

Eligibility: Applicant household must:

Be a resident of Montgomery County
Be at or below 80% of Area Median Income
Have a shut off notice or service is off, or
Have notice to appear in eviction court

Hours: Website available 24/7.

Fayette County Community Action Agency

Dollar Energy Applications

Distributes Dollar Energy applications for utility payment assistance

140 North Beeson Avenue
Second Floor
Uniontown, PA 15401

Eligibility: Some programs are income and/or age based.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Final Salute

S.A.F.E Program

Provides emergency financial assistance with past due rent, new lease deposit, and utility bills.

2800 Eishenhower Avenue
Suite 220
Alexandria, VA 22314

Eligibility: Serves women Veterans and members of the U.S. Military Reserve and Guard forces.

Hours: Call for information. Application available online 24/7.

First United Methodist Church - Reynoldsville

First United Methodist Church of Reynoldsville

Offers utility assistance to those with shut-off notices.

504 Jackson Street
Reynoldsville, PA 15851

Eligibility: People in the Reynoldsville zip code only.

Hours: Pastor’s Office Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9:00am to 12:00pm
; Administrative Assistant’s Office Hours: Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8:00am to 2:00pm

Franklin Center of Beaver County

Utility Payment Assistance

Assists low-income individuals and families with utility payments to prevent shutoff.

1217 Seventh Avenue
Second Floor
Beaver Falls, PA 15010

Eligibility: Beaver County residents who are in imminent danger of utility shutoff. Income guidelines apply. Call for details.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Friend Inc. Community Services

Case Management

Provides emergency financial assistance to those in need of rental assistance, utility assistance or heating assistance.
Also offers some career guidance and computer access to job search.

658D Noble Street
Kutztown, PA 19530

Eligibility: Anyone at or under 150% of poverty

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 1:00pm (afternoons by appointment only)

Fulton County Catholic Mission

Utility Assistance

Provides utilities assistance.

110 South 3rd Street
McConnellsburg, PA 17233

Eligibility: Call for information

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Grace Connection

Emergency Utility/Fuel Assistance

Provides monetary assistance for individuals to purchase necessary fuel or pay an essential utility bill.

One Main Street
Christ Episcopal Church Basement
Towanda, PA 18848

Eligibility: Must be a residents of Towanda, Northeast Bradford, or Wyalusing School Districts

Hours: Mon and Thurs 12:00pm-3:00pm

Greater Erie Community Action Committee

Utility Assistance

Provides electricity assistance that is a First Energy program.
Features an annual lump sum grant. Also provides heating assistance that is National Fuel program.
Offers a maximum of $500 per calendar year or $200 maximum for non-National Fuel customers.
Assistance is for overdue heat bills, to purchase fuel or to repair heating equipment.

18 West 9th Street
Erie, PA 16501

Eligibility: In order to qualify for a grant, applicants must fall into at least one of the following classifications:

- 55 years of age or older
- A resident who is over 150% (but does not exceed 200%) of the federal poverty guidelines,
- On a disabled or handicapped income

- A veteran with a verified need
- Able to demonstrate a certified medical emergency

- Experienced a verifiable, recent loss of income
- Receiving unemployment benefits

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9:00am to 11:00am and 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance

Benefits Access and Neighborhood Energy Center

Assists Philadelphians in achieving financial stability through enrollment in public benefits, including addressing utility affordability. Conducts screening for local, state, and federal benefits based on household size and income. Assists eligible clients with applying for Medicaid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP), and Utility Emergency Service Funds (UESF).

1920 South 20th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19145

Eligibility: Residents of Philadelphia

Hours: Drop-in Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 10:00am to 12:00pm.

(215) 336-3511

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Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance

Benefits Access and Neighborhood Energy Center

1529 South 22nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19146

Eligibility: Residents of Philadelphia

Hours: Drop-in Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 10:00am to 12:00pm.

Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance

Benefits Access and Neighborhood Energy Center

2029 South Eighth Street
Philadelphia, PA 19148

Eligibility: Residents of Philadelphia

Hours: Drop-in Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 10:00am to 12:00pm.

(215) 468-1645 7200

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Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance

Benefits Access and Neighborhood Energy Center

241 McClellan Street
Philadelphia, PA 19148

Eligibility: Residents of Philadelphia

Hours: Drop-in Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 10:00am to 12:00pm.

(215) 468-1645 7300

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Housing Authority of the County of Chester

Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)

Provides financial assistance to eligible individuals and families facing court-ordered eviction, a utility shutoff, or who need security deposits to secure permanent affordable housing.

30 W Barnard St
Suite 2
West Chester, PA 19382

Eligibility: Renters residing in Chester County with one of the following:

Court-ordered eviction notice

Utility shutoff notice or low in heating fuel
Needing security deposit assistance for moving to a new rental unit in Chester County

Hours: 24/7

Indiana County Community Action Program

Gas Bill Payment Assistance

Provides financial help to low income residents of Indiana County for paying gas bills.

827 Water Street
Indiana, PA 15701

Eligibility: Low income residents of Indiana County

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
Closed for lunch, noon to 1:00pm

Indiana County Community Action Program

Dollar Energy Applications for Electric, Gas and Water

Processes Dollar Energy applications for electric service.

827 Water Street
Indiana, PA 15701

Eligibility: Low Income

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
Closed for lunch, noon to 1:00pm

Intersection

Utility Payment Assistance

Provides small grants to assist individuals and families to pay utility bills.

115 Seventh Avenue
McKeesport, PA 15132

Eligibility: Available to McKeesport residents. Call for additional details.

Hours: Office Hours: Tuesday through Thursday, 8:30am to 1:00pm

It's About the Warrior Foundation

Veteran Support

Assists post 9/11 veterans and families with financial, educational, recreational, and therapeutic needs.

12590 Perry Highway, Suite 700
Wexford, PA 15090

Eligibility: Serves veterans and their families.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Jubilee Association

Soup Kitchen and Social Services

Offers a hot meal daily. Day Shelter for the Homeless. Social Service: provide services around homeless issues; A shower, personal grooming supplies, and a temporary mailing address for the homeless. Financial Assistance: provide services around rent and utility, budgeting, employment, dollar energy fund, and travelers aid. John Heinz Child Development Center provides affordable, educational childcare to empower children (ages 1 to 5 years old) for success in school.

2005 Wyandotte Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Eligibility: 18 years of age and older; based on the size of the family or poverty level. Residents of Allegheny County.

Hours: Sunday through Saturday, 8:00am to 1:00pm

Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund

Memorial Fund for Families of Children with Disabilities and Health Conditions

Provides funds to families caring for an ill or disabled child to cover uninsured yet vital expenses such as electric bills, adaptive equipment, gas, water, transportation, and disease-related therapies and camps. Also medical costs not covered by insurance.

580 Virginia Drive
Suite 110
Fort Washington, PA 19034

Eligibility:
Families with children under the ages 0 to 18 who have an illness or disability

Families with children age 19+ if the child is completely dependent on others for care

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm

Kennett Area Community Service

Emergency Financial Assistance for Housing and Utilities

Offers emergency assistance for individuals and families who are in need of help with rent/mortgage to prevent eviction or utilities/heating fuel. Utilities include electricity, oil, gas, coal, firewood, sewer and water. The maximum amount of each assistance payment is one month's utility usage, one minimum delivery of oil/coal/firewood, one month's rent or one mortgage payment.

136 West Cedar Street
Kennett Square, PA 19348

Eligibility: Chester County residents in service area who do not qualify for county's Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP).
Utilities bill in arrears or due within five days
All other resources used up
Applicant lives in the residence and is the bill payer
Assistance guarantees 30 more days of utilities service or continued stay in the residence.

Hours: Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm.
Service by appointment only.

Lebanon County Christian Ministries

Utility Assistance

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Provides utility assistance (heating oil, natural gas, and/or water/sewer bill) for families or individuals in crisis or emergency. There are special programs for qualified UGI customers.

250 South 7th Street
Lebanon, PA 17042

Eligibility: Lebanon county residents experiencing a crisis or emergency

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30pm

Lebanon County Community Action Partnership

Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Federal Emergency Rental Assistance Program assists families struggling to make rental and utility (electric, water/sewer and trash, natural gas/propane/oil) payments.

220 East Lehman Street
Lebanon, PA 17046

Eligibility: Landlord on behalf of tenant, or renter household where someone qualifies for unemployment, has experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or experienced a financial hardship due to COVID-19; Demonstrates a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability; and has a household income at or below 80 percent of the area median.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Lighthouse Foundation

Whole Life Ministries Program

Provides emergency relief for bills and rent to prevent termination or eviction as well as offers assistance for security deposits. Can also help with car repairs by purchasing replacement car parts (up to $250), but will not cover the cost of labor.

116 Browns Hill Road
Suite 400
Valencia, PA 16059

Eligibility: Resident of Butler or Northern Allegheny County. See details below.

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:30am to 4:00pm; Friday, 8:30am to 2:00pm

Manna on Main Street

Emergency Financial Assistance Program

Provides financial assistance to individuals and families in the North Penn School District facing a temporary rent, mortgage, or utility crisis.

Electric bill must not be past due.

During the summer, Manna prepays electric bills for seniors so that they can run fans or air conditioners.

606 East Main Street
Lansdale, PA 19446

Eligibility: Must reside in North Penn School District.

Boroughs:

Hatfield
Lansdale
Most of North Wales

Townships:

Hatfield
Montgomery
Towamencin
Upper Gwynedd

Villages: Line Lexington
Must have lived in the area for at least six months.

Must have sustainable income going forward.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 6:00pm

Manna on Main Street

Emergency Rent and Utility Coalition (ERUC) (ERAP)

Each household can receive up to $1,500 per month in assistance for rental arrears and/or utility arrears dating back to March 1, 2020, with a maximum of 6 months' worth of arrears being awarded, not to exceed $9,000 per household.

606 East Main Street
Lansdale, PA 19446

Eligibility: Applicant household must:

Be a resident of Montgomery County
Be at or below 80% of Area Median Income
Have a shut off notice or service is off, or
Have notice to appear in eviction court

Hours: Website available 24/7.

Mason-Dixon Community Services

Community Services

Provides food assistance, energy assistance, direct counseling referrals, programs for children/WIC, educational programs, holiday adoptions, Ready2Learn program, and a summer day camp.

5 Pendyrus Street, Suite 2
Delta, PA 17314

Eligibility:

Low-income households
Residents of zip codes 17302, 17309, 17314, 17321, and 17352

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9:00am to noon; Monthly 1st Thursday, 5:00pm to 7:00pm; or by appointment.

McKean County Redevelopment and Housing Authority

Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Provides assistance with past due rent, future rental assistance and utility / home energy costs, as well as Housing Stability Services.

415 West Main Street
Smethport, PA 16749

Eligibility: Individuals and/or families who have been impacted directly or indirectly by the COVID-19. Household income must fall at or below 80% Area Median Income (AMI) for household size.

Hours: Call for more information.

Mifflin Juniata Human Services

Energy Bank

Assist individuals in planning for heating needs through financial planning education and energy conservation and weatherizing resources to alleviate heating crisis in the future.

20 North Wayne Street
Lewistown , PA 17044

Eligibility: - Be a 90 consecutive day resident of Mifflin or Juniata County

- Be denied LIHEAP cash and crisis benefits or for those 60 or older have exhausted all LIHEAP cash and crisis benefits for the current heating season

- Have received no financial assistance from Energy Bank within last 24 month except those 60 or older may apply annually

- Have adequate income to maintain household expenses in the upcoming 30 days
- Have paid additional fees and copayment (those 60 and older are waived of copayment)

- Have provided all requested information for verification

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm

Mifflin Juniata Human Services

Utility Assistance

Assists with utility payment.

20 North Wayne Street
Lewistown , PA 17044

Eligibility: - Proof of 90 day residency
- Must have shut off notice
- Must be at or below 150% poverty level
- Have to agree to 90 days follow up budgeting/case management services

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Montgomery County Community Action Development Commission (CADCOM)

Emergency Rent and Utilities Coalition (ERUC) (ERAP)

Offers up to $1,500 per month in assistance to households for rental arrears and/or utility arrears dating back to March 1, 2020, with a maximum of 6 months' worth of arrears being awarded, not to exceed $9,000 per household.

113 East Main Street
Norristown, PA 19401

Eligibility: Applicant household must:

Be a resident of Montgomery County
Be at or below 80% of Area Median Income
Have a shut off notice or service is off, or
Have notice to appear in eviction court

Hours: Website available 24/7

Montgomery County Community Action Development Commission (CADCOM)

Emergency Assistance

Helps clients pay their PECO energy bills.

113 East Main Street
Norristown, PA 19401

Eligibility:

Service terminated or notice of termination received
Household income below 200% of Federal Poverty Income Guidelines
Client has not received assistance from this fund in the last 2 years

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm

Montour County Human Services

Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Can assist in filing for emergency rental and utility funds through the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP).

435 East Front Street
Danville, PA 17821

Eligibility: Renter households in Montour County who were financially impacted by COVID-19.
Must qualify for Unemployment or have experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or experienced a financial hardship due to COVID-19.
Must demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or loss of housing stability.
Must meet the program's gross household area median income guidelines. Call or visit webite for income guidelines.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm

Nabhi Christian Ministries

Hands for Hope

Processes applications for Dollar Energy Fund and Peoples Gas CAP program utility grants.

7060 Lemington Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15206

Eligibility: Allegheny County residents with low or limited income. Please email or call for additional details.

Hours: Sunday through Saturday, 10:00am to 6:00pm.

Please note that, due to COVID-19, NCM is under remote working conditions. Call or email for details.

National Fuel Gas

LIRA

Offers an affordable payment plan with discount rates and arrange forgiveness to eligible customers.

1100 State Street
Erie, PA 16501

Eligibility: Must meet 150% of poverty guidelines.

Hours: Call Center: Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 6:00pm

National Fuel Gas

C.A.R.E.S.

Offers gas payment assistance for National Fuel customers with a short-term crisis and/or special needs: medical, unemployed, elderly, disabled, or divorced.

1100 State Street
Erie, PA 16501

Eligibility: National Fuel customers that have an inability to pay and situational crisis.

Hours: Call Center: Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 6:00pm

National Fuel Gas

Hardship Funds

Provides a one time yearly grant for consumers facing service termination.

1100 State Street
Erie, PA 16501

Eligibility:

Must be one of the following: disabled, receiving unemployment benefits, veteran, senior over 55, OR between 0% and 200% of poverty level to be eligible.

Must be without service or have a termination notice.

A fund of last resort. Special consideration may be given for extreme crisis or critical situations. To qualify, must reside in NFG service territory but does not need to be customer of NFG.

Hours: Call Center: Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 6:00pm

Neighborhood Resilience Project

Financial Assistance for Housing, Utilities, and Emergencies

Provides assistance with rent, deposits, mortgage, and utility payments for individuals and families in need. May also be able to offer financial help to cover other critical or emergency expenses.

2038 Bedford Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Eligibility: Call for information.

Hours: Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:30am to 4:30pm.

New Bethany Ministries

Housing Assistance

Provides financial assistance on behalf of low to moderate income renters experiencing difficulty making rent payments (homeless prevention). Provides financial assistance for unhoused persons seeking a rental (hotel assistance, first/last months rent/deposit). Housing locator services if unhoused. Provides utility assistance on behalf of low to moderate income households.

313 West 4th Street
Bethlehem, PA 18015

Eligibility: Currently housed with rent arrears (30+ days) or homeless households for rental deposit or housing locator help
For ERAP: Residents of Bethlehem, Bethlehem Township, Hellertown and Lower Saucon Township

Hours: Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm; by appointment only

New Hope Ministries

Utility Financial Assistance

Assists with costs of utilities (gas, propane, oil, water, and sewer). Helps with car/vehicle repairs and transportation assistance such as car insurance payment, gasoline, care registration, and driver's license fees. Sends referrals to VBA Vision Plan for eye glass help.

99 West Church Street
Dillsburg, PA 17019

Eligibility: Meets income guidelines

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

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New Hope Ministries

Utility Financial Assistance

62 North Main Street
Dover, PA 17315

Eligibility: Meets income guidelines

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

New Hope Ministries

Financial Assistance for Utilities, Transportation, and Eye Glasses

135 Baltimore Street
Hanover, PA 17331

Eligibility: Meets income guidelines

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

New Hope Ministries

Utility Financial Assistance

1113 Frederick Pike
Littlestown, PA 17340

Eligibility: Meets income guidelines

Hours: Center Hours: Wednesday, 9:00am to 4:00pm; Thursday, 9:00am to 12:30pm and 5:00 to 7:00pm; Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

New Hope Ministries

Financial Assistance for Utilities, Eye Glasses

5228 East Trindle Road
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050

Eligibility: Meets income guidelines

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

New Hope Ministries

Financial Assistance for Utilities, Eye Glasses

Confidential Address

Eligibility: Meets income guidelines

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9:00am to 1:00pm

New Hope Ministries

Financial Assistance for UtilitiesEye Glasses

701 Bosler Avenue
Lemoyne, PA 17043

Eligibility: Meets income guidelines

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Nicetown CDC

Neighborhood Energy Center

Provides direct utility bill assistance through the LIHEAP, Crisis, and Weatherization programs. Refers clients who may need additional financial assistance to pay their utility bills to other agencies and/or community organizations that can assist. Offers budget and energy counseling and assistance with applying for utility payment programs

4300 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19140

Eligibility: Residents of Philadelphia in need of assistance with utility bill payment

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 10:00am to 1:00pm, and 2:00pm to 4:00pm

North Hills Community Outreach

Utility and Rental Assistance Program

Provides direct assistance with utility bills for individuals and families. Also acts as a screening agency and offers assistance with the applications for Dollar Energy Fund, Columbia Gas' CAP Program, and LIHEAP.

939 California Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15202

Eligibility:

Must meet Federal Poverty Guidelines at or below 200%
Residents of northern Allegheny County north of the City of Pittsburgh

Hours: Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

North Hills Community Outreach

Utility and Rental Assistance Program

1975 Ferguson Road
Allison Park, PA 15101

Eligibility:

Must meet Federal Poverty Guidelines at or below 200%
Residents of northern Allegheny County north of the City of Pittsburgh

Hours: Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

North Hills Community Outreach

Utility and Rental Assistance Program

416 Lincoln Avenue
Second Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15209

Eligibility:

Must meet Federal Poverty Guidelines at or below 200%
Residents of northern Allegheny County north of the City of Pittsburgh

Hours: Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Northern Area Multi-Service Center

Offers Senior Community Centers,
Senior Congregate Meal Locations,
Community Services Information and Referral,
Dollar Energy Agency
, Senior Fitness Classes Silver & Fit, Silver Sneakers, and United Healthcare.

209 Thirteenth Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15215

Eligibility: Residents of Allegheny County age 60 and older.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm

Northern Tier Community Action Corporation

Veterans Initiative

Provides case management assistance to with acquiring permanent housing as quickly as possible or to attain stability in their current housing situation. Housing relocation and short to medium term rental and/or utility assistance may also be provided.

135 West Fourth Street
Emporium, PA 15834

Eligibility: Must have either an eviction notice in hand and be income eligible (to be determined at intake), OR
be homeless using HUD guidelines (NOTE: Income eligibility is waived for veterans who are homeless). Must NOT possess a mortgage for a house, possess a housing “land contract,” or own other forms of shelter that could be used for safe and reasonable housing.

Hours: Hours may vary

Northern Tier Community Action Corporation

Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Provides assistance for those negatively affected financially by COVID-19 and struggling with rent/utilities payment.

135 West Fourth Street
Emporium, PA 15834

Eligibility: Renter households must have an income no more than 80 percent of area median income. Full requirements can be found on website.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm

Operation Better Block

Bridge to Benefits (B2B)

Connects financially struggling families to public benefits and services. Benefits include Low-Income Heating and Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and Food Stamps.

801 North Homewood Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15208

Eligibility:

Residents of Homewood-Brushton

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm

PathStone Corporation

Emergency Food and Shelter

Serves one-time emergency needs such as nutritional assistance, emergency shelter, first month rental assistance, rent in arrears assistance, mortgage assistance, and utilities in arrears assistance.

2150 Carlisle Road
Aspers, PA 17304

Eligibility: Migrant and seasonal farmworkers and other rural disadvantaged people

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

PathStone Corporation

Emergency Food and Shelter

Serves one-time emergency needs such as nutritional assistance, emergency shelter, first month rental assistance, rent in arrears assistance, mortgage assistance, and utilities in arrears assistance.

121 South Second Street
Reading, PA 19602

Eligibility: Migrant and seasonal farmworkers and other rural disadvantaged people

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

PathStone Corporation

Emergency Food and Shelter

Serves one-time emergency needs such as nutritional assistance, emergency shelter, first month rental assistance, rent in arrears assistance, mortgage assistance, and utilities in arrears assistance.

1001 State Street
Erie, PA 16501

Eligibility: Migrant and seasonal farmworkers and other rural disadvantaged people

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

PathStone Corporation

Emergency Food and Shelter

Provides nutritional assistance, emergency shelter, first month rental assistance, rent in arrears assistance, mortgage assistance, and utilities in arrears assistance (one-time only assistance).

421 McFarlan Road
Suite E
Kennett Square, PA 19348

Eligibility: Migrant and seasonal farmworkers and other rural disadvantaged people

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

PathStone Corporation

Emergency Food and Shelter

Provides for one-time emergency needs such as nutritional assistance, emergency shelter, rent assistance, mortgage assistance, and utilities assistance.

135 Franklin Avenue
Scranton, PA 18503

Eligibility: Migrant and seasonal farmworkers and other rural disadvantaged people

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

PECO

Matching Energy Assistance Fund (MEAF)

Offers bill payment assistance to low-income, residential customers. Customers are eligible for MEAF assistance every 24 months.

2301 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19101

Eligibility:

Income must be below 200% of Federal Poverty Limit
Must have a termination notice or service is already terminated
Must not have received MEAF assistance in the past 2 years
Balance must be brought to zero ($0.00)

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 7:00pm

PECO

Low Income Usage Reduction Program

Offers usage reduction services and education to help reduce the amount of electricity and natural gas use in your home. Offers a Virtual Energy Assessment and an In-home Energy Checkup.

2301 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19101

Eligibility: PECO customers who meet income and high energy usage requirements

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:30pm

Pennridge FISH

Financial Aid

Offers ONE TIME Emergency Help or BRIDGE financial assistance to residents in the Pennridge Community with security deposits and utilities where shutoff notices have been issued and shutoff is imminent.

800 West Chestnut Street
Perkasie, PA 18944

Eligibility: Residents of the Pennridge School District

Hours: Monday and Wednesday, 3:00pm to 5:00pm

Thursday, 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Friday and Saturday, 9:00am to 11:00am

Pennsylvania Department of Human Service - South Central Counties

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Prorgam

Helps low-income families pay their heating bills. Offers assistance in the form of a cash grant, sent directly to the utility company, or a crisis grant for households in immediate danger of being without heat.

The program usually runs from November to March or April - weather dependant. For 2022-2023, it is from 11/01/22 to 05/12/23.

225 South Franklin Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Eligibility: Homeowners and renters, also don't need a past-due balance to apply. If not qualify for LIHEAP grant, may qualify for programs that assists with payment agreement, budget billing and shut off protection for customers with a temporary hardship, such as an injury or illness.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Service - South Central Counties

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Prorgam

33 Westminster Drive
Carlisle, PA 17013

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:45am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Service - South Central Counties

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Prorgam

2432 North 7th Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Service - South Central Counties

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Prorgam

620 Norland Avenue
Chambersburg, PA 17201

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Service - South Central Counties

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Prorgam

539 Fulton Drive
McConnellsburg, PA 17233

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Service - South Central Counties

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Prorgam

7591 Lake Raystown Shopping Center
Huntingdon, PA 16652

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Service - South Central Counties

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Prorgam

100 Meadow Lane
Mifflintown, PA 17059

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Service - South Central Counties

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Prorgam

1125 Riverside Drive
Lewistown, PA 17044

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Service - South Central Counties

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Prorgam

100 Centre Drive
New Bloomfield, PA 17068

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Service - South Central Counties

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Prorgam

130 North Duke Street
York, PA 17405

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

LIHEAP

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, also known as LIHEAP, helps low-income families pay their heating bills. LIHEAP is a grant that offers assistance in the form of a cash grant, sent directly to the utility company, or a crisis grant for households in immediate danger of being without heat (this may include a problem with a heating system i.e. furnace).

625 Cherry Street
3rd Floor
Reading, PA 19602

Eligibility: Based on income and resources

Hours: The 2022-2023 LIHEAP season is now closed
Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

LIHEAP

101 Lehigh Drive
Suite A
Lehighton, PA 18235

Eligibility: Based on income and resources

Hours: The 2022-2023 LIHEAP season is now closed
Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

LIHEAP

832 Manor Street
Lancaster, PA 17604

Eligibility: Low income families in need of heating assistance; Based on income

Hours: The 2022-2023 LIHEAP season is now closed
Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

LIHEAP

625 South Eighth Street
Lebanon, PA 17042

Eligibility: Based on income and resources

Hours: The 2022-2023 LIHEAP season is now closed
Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

LIHEAP

555 Union Boulevard
Allentown, PA 18109

Eligibility: Low income people requiring help with heating assistance

Hours: The 2022-2023 LIHEAP season is now closed
Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

LIHEAP

201 Larry Holmes Drive
Easton, PA 18044

Eligibility: Low income individuals and families requiring heating assistance

Hours: The 2022-2023 LIHEAP season is now closed
Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

LIHEAP

2640 Woodglen Road
P.O. Box 1100
Pottsville, PA 17901

Eligibility: Based on income and resources

Hours: The 2022-2023 LIHEAP season is now closed
Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veteran Affairs

Military Family Relief Assistance Program

Provides emergency financial assistance to eligible PA service members and their eligible family members, and must have a direct and immediate financial need as a result of circumstances beyond their control.

1 Garrison Road
Fort Indiantown Gap
Annville, PA 17003

Eligibility: The Program applies to Pennsylvania residents who:

Are serving on 30 or more consecutive days of active duty with the Pennsylvania Army or Air National Guard or Reserve Components of the Armed Forces (Army Reserve, Air Force Reserve, Navy Reserve, Marine Corps Reserve, Coast Guard Reserve).
Are serving on 30 or more consecutive days of active duty with the active armed forces (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard).
Are serving on 30 or more consecutive days of state active duty for emergencies or duty under the Emergency Management Assistance Compact in the Pennsylvania Army or Air National Guard.
Are members in good standing the Pennsylvania Army or Air National Guard or Reserve Component of the Armed Forces for a period of one year after completion of a qualifying tour of active duty of 30 or more consecutive days when the financial need is directly related to the member's active duty period.
Are former members of the Armed Forces of the United States, the Reserve Components and the Pennsylvania Army and Air National Guard for a period of two years after medical discharge for medical disability incurred in line of duty while serving on a qualify tour of active duty of 30 or more consecutive days when the financial need is directly related to the member's active duty or medical disability.
Are eligible relatives of qualified eligible service members in limited circumstances.

Pennsylvania Wounded Warriors (PAWW)

Wounded Warriors (PAWW)

Provides emergency financial assistance to veterans to help pay for housing, utilities, transportation, medical, and other expenses. Pays directly to landlords, vendors, and creditors.

1117 Country Club Road
Camp Hill, PA 17011

Eligibility: Veterans and their families

Hours: Call for information

People In Need

Utilities Assistance

Assists people in applying for Columbia Gas Customer Assistance Program (CAP), Dollar Energy Fund for Columbia Gas, Pennsylvania Water Company, Pennsylvania Power

2703 West State Street
New Castle, PA 16101

Eligibility: Low income

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Peoples Gas

Customer Assistance Referral Evaluation Service (CARES)

Provides assessments, referrals, and assistance as appropriate for customers who are unable to afford their gas service bill, such as the unemployed, those with certain medical needs, or frail older adults.

375 North Shore Drive
Suite 600
Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Eligibility: Income eligibility of 200% of the federal poverty level. This program is for those with special needs, serious medical conditions, mental health conditions, and other extenuating circumstances.

Hours: Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 5:00pm.

Philadelphia Corporation for Aging

Emergency Fund for Older Philadelphians

Provides grants up to $100 for emergency needs including medicine, food, utility shutoffs and other urgent necessities. Also provides assistance with oil heating emergencies not exceeding 100 gallons.

642 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19130

Eligibility: Philadelphia residents 60+ living at or below 175% of federal poverty guidelines.
Applicant must have first applied to LIHEAP and/or UESF.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

Philadelphia Gas Works

Utility Emergency Services Fund (UESF)

Offers grants to income-eligible customers to help pay off the balance of their bill if their service has been terminated or if they have received a shut off notice. A customer may receive a UESF grant only every two years.

1337 West Erie Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19140

Eligibility:

Must have applied for LIHEAP and Crisis first, if eligible
Must have a zero balance after receiving the grant
Household income is at or below 175 percent of Federal Poverty Level

Hours: Call individual intake sites for information.

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Philadelphia Gas Works

Utility Emergency Services Fund (UESF)

212 West Chelten Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19120

Eligibility:

Must have applied for LIHEAP and Crisis first, if eligible
Must have a zero balance after receiving the grant
Household income is at or below 175 percent of Federal Poverty Level

Hours: Call individual intake sites for information.

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Philadelphia Gas Works

Customer Responsibility Program (CRP)

Helps low-income customers better afford their gas bills and maintain their gas service by paying discounted bills or a monthly budgeted amount based on household income. Also, past debt may be forgiven.

800 West Montgomery Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19122

Eligibility: PGW customers who meet income requirements

Hours: Website available 24/7

Philadelphia Gas Works

Utility Emergency Services Fund (UESF)

800 West Montgomery Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19122

Eligibility:

Must have applied for LIHEAP and Crisis first, if eligible
Must have a zero balance after receiving the grant
Household income is at or below 175 percent of Federal Poverty Level

Hours: Call individual intake sites for information.

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Philadelphia Gas Works

Utility Emergency Services Fund (UESF)

1601 South Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19148

Eligibility:

Must have applied for LIHEAP and Crisis first, if eligible
Must have a zero balance after receiving the grant
Household income is at or below 175 percent of Federal Poverty Level

Hours: Call individual intake sites for information.

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Philadelphia Gas Works

Utility Emergency Services Fund (UESF)

1608 Walnut Street
Suite 600
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Eligibility:

Must have applied for LIHEAP and Crisis first, if eligible
Must have a zero balance after receiving the grant
Household income is at or below 175 percent of Federal Poverty Level

Hours: Call individual intake sites for information.

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Philadelphia Gas Works

Utility Emergency Services Fund (UESF)

5230 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Eligibility:

Must have applied for LIHEAP and Crisis first, if eligible
Must have a zero balance after receiving the grant
Household income is at or below 175 percent of Federal Poverty Level

Hours: Call individual intake sites for information.

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Pike County Human Services

Pike County Human Development

Provides emergency rental and mortgage assistance, utility assistance, food vouchers and listing of county food pantries, emergency shelter, county housing rehab program, referrals, funding and information source for local human service agencies.

506 Broad Street
Milford, PA 18337

Eligibility: Contact the office, varies by program.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Pittsburgh Community Services

Dollar Energy Fund Application Assistance

Provides screening for individuals who want to apply for a Dollar Energy Fund grant.

249 North Craig Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Eligibility: Based on the utility company the federal poverty guidelines vary. You must call to qualify.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm

Potter County Human Services

Emergency Rent/Utility Assistance

Assisting those who have been negatively affected by the COVID-19 pandemic to help pay rent and utilities.

62 North Street
Roulette, PA 16746

Eligibility: Have to be behind on rent and/or utilities and can demonstrate a loss of income due to unemployment as a result of the pandemic

Hours: Irregular - call for details

Pottstown Cluster of Religious Communities

Emergency Rent and Utility Coalition (ERUC) (ERAP)

57 North Franklin Street
Pottstown, PA 19464

Eligibility: Applicant household must:

Be a resident of Montgomery County
Be at or below 80% of Area Median Income
Have a shut off notice or service is off, or
Have notice to appear in eviction court

Hours: Website and email available 24/7.

Office hours may vary. Call to inquire or to leave voicemail after hours.

Prince of Peace Center

Crisis Intervention

Provides support for rent payments, utility bills, furniture, food, medical payments, and other needs to single, working men and women in our community.

502 Darr Avenue
Farrell, PA 16121

Eligibility: Individuals in need

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm; limited hours on Monday for walk-in appointments.

ProJeCt of Easton

Rent Relief Program

Provides financial assistance on behalf of low to moderate income renters experiencing difficulty making rent payments as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Experienced mediators.

320 Ferry Street
Easton, PA 18042

Eligibility: Assistance may be provided to support lessees who are at least 30 days past due on their monthly rent payments and can
verify job loss or loss of income related to COVID-19 rendering the lessee unable to pay rent.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

Quakertown Community Outreach

Homeless Prevention Programs

Provides housing at the Bush House boarding home in the downtown area of Quakertown. Also assists with placement, back rents, housing costs, food, and clothing.

PO Box 929
Richlandtown, PA 18955

Eligibility:

Individuals experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity
Residents of Quakertown Community School District

Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 10:00am to 1:00pm; Tuesday and Thursday, 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Resources for Human Development

Flexible Housing Fund

Provides one-time financial assistance to obtain or maintain housing, providing funds for expenses such as rental security deposit, rent, rental arrears, mortgage payment/arrears, utility deposit/payments, medical supplies not covered by insurance, and basic household furniture items.

37 Dansbury Terrace
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301

Eligibility: Individuals with a serious and persistent mental illness or substance use disorder diagnosis.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm

Respective Solutions Group

Utility Service and Heating Fuel Payment Assistance

Provides assistance with utility bills for individuals and families within the service area.

948 Ben Franklin Highway
Ebensburg, PA 15931

Eligibility: Individuals and families who qualify financially and live within the service area. Call for details.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 3:00pm

Saint Matthew Evangelical Lutheran Church

Basic Needs Help

Assists with the following bills: medical (physician verified), prescriptions (must receive fax from doctor's office verifying prescription), electric (no CAP recipients), gas (no CAP recipients), water, local phone bill payment/connection (up to $20), and bus passes/gas vouchers (employment or medical purposes).

839 West Market Street
York, PA 17401

Eligibility: Residents of York County

Hours: Tuesday, 8:30am to 9:30am

(717) 817-5480 717-817-6001

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Saint Vincent de Paul Society of Philadelphia

Rent and Utility Assistance

Conducts needs assessments; makes referrals to and helps clients connect with resources to assist with meeting basic needs.

661 West Germantown Pike
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462

Eligibility: Call for information. Eligibility varies.

Hours: Service hours vary by parish. Call for information.

Salvation Army

Utility Assistance with UGI for CAP and Operation Share

Administers UGI's CAP and Operation Share programs. Applicants must meet income guidelines and are not eligible if they are already disconnected.

144 North Eighth Street
Allentown, PA 18101

Eligibility: Residents of Lehigh County

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm (Closed 12:00pm to 1:00pm for lunch)

Salvation Army

Utility Assistance

Administers Operation Share program for UGI gas customers only. Eligibility includes income guidelines and not yet disconnected. Year round program.

521 Pembroke Road
Bethlehem, PA 18018

Eligibility: Individuals residing in Bethlehem

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:00pm

Salvation Army - East Stroudsburg

CAP Program Assistance

Provides assistance for completing applications for the
CAP UGI (Gas) Assistance Program. Program offers qualified low-income customers assistance in managing their gas utility bill. Provides a personalized monthly payment based on income and average bill. Past due debt forgiveness with on time monthly payments is available for those eligible. The difference between the CAP payment and the actual usage bill may also be forgiven.

226 Washington Street
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301

Eligibility: Active residential service. Verified household income at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. All applicants are reviewed to ensure customer meets PUC requirements.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Salvation Army - East Stroudsburg

Financial Assistance

When funds are available, able to help with UGI, PA American water payments and home heating fuel. Also, when funds are available, clients may receive up to one month of rent assistance, providing they meet eligibility guidelines.

226 Washington Street
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301

Eligibility: Residents of Monroe county meeting eligibility requirements.
For rent assistance - must meet federal income (FPIG) guidelines.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

Salvation Army - Scranton

UGI Operation Share Gas Utility Assistance Program

Operation Share Energy Fund provides energy assistance grants to qualified UGI customers who experience difficulty paying their gas/heating bills or UGI gas utility already shut off.

500 South Washington Street
Scranton, PA 18505

Eligibility: Must be a UGI Gas Utility customer who reside in Scranton, Dickson City, Dunmore, Moosic, Old Forge, Taylor and Throop.. Not eligible if on the CAP program. Must have difficulty paying UGI bill, have a 10 day shut off notice or UGI gas utility already shut off.
200% Federal Poverty Income Guidelines apply.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Salvation Army - Albert Gallatin Area Service Center

Utility Service Payment Assistance

Assists with payment of utility bills and for heating/cooking fuel for eligible individuals and families. Provides help with Dollar Energy Fund application process.

100 Rear South Washington Street
Masontown, PA 15461

Eligibility: Residency and income requirements apply. Call for information.

Hours: Service is by appointment only.

Salvation Army - Aliquippa Corps

Emergency Assistance

Provides emergency assistance for individuals and families in crisis seeking help with food, clothing, shelter, rent, household utility expenses, and similar miscellaneous living needs.

514 Franklin Avenue
Aliquippa, PA 15001

Eligibility: Low-income households in zip codes 15001, 15061, and 15081

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9:00am to 3:30pm
Friday by appointment only.

Salvation Army - Allegheny County Service Units

Clairton Service Unit

Emergency Direct Assistance for financially struggling individuals and families in crisis seeking assistance for such things as food, clothing, shelter, rent, household utility expenses and similar miscellaneous living needs. May also offer seasonal assistance, such as Back-to-School and Project Bundle-Up where funds are available.

(800) 454-1156

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Duquesne Service Unit

(800) 454-1156

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Springdale and Cheswick Service Unit

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Salvation Army - Allegheny Valley Worship and Service Center

Allegheny Valley Worship and Service Center

Provides Emergency Assistance for financially struggling individuals and families in crisis seeking assistance for such things as food, clothing, shelter, rent, household utility expenses, and similar miscellaneous living needs. Referrals made for assistance not offered at facility. May also offer seasonal assistance, such as Back-to-School and Project Bundle-Up where funds are available. Call for holiday programs (toys and food).

917 Brackenridge Avenue
Brackenridge, PA 15014

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm
Emergency Food Bank: Thursday, 11:00am to 3:00pm

Salvation Army - Altoona Worship and Service Center

Utilities and Basic Needs

Provides assistance for food and utilities if funds are available.

1813 Sixth Avenue
Altoona, PA 16602

Eligibility: Residents of zip codes 16601, 16602, and 16603

Hours: Tuesday through Thursday, 10:00am to 2:00pm

Salvation Army - Armstrong County Service Units

Freeport Service Unit

Confidential Address

(800) 454-1156

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Leechburg Service Unit

Confidential Address

(800) 454-1156

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Rural Valley Service Unit

Confidential Address

(800) 454-1156

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Salvation Army - Beaver Falls Worship and Service Center

Financial Assistance

Provides emergency assistance for financially struggling individuals and families in crisis seeking assistance for such things as food, clothing, shelter, rent, household utility expenses and similar miscellaneous living needs.

414 16th Street
Beaver Falls, PA 15010

Eligibility: Families in crisis

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Salvation Army - Berwick

Utility Assistance

Assist qualifying households with utility bill payment in emergency situations on a case by case basis. Limited funding to help with emergency heating fuel assistance.

320 West Second Street
Berwick, PA 18603

Eligibility: Must reside in service area. Must be able to provide documents to verify need.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:30am to 3:30pm

Salvation Army - Bloomsburg

General Relief Program

Provides occasional emergency assistance such as help with rent, utilities, heating fuel, food and clothing on a case by case basis contingent upon available funds. Does not provide assistance for rent deposit/security.

345 Market Street
Bloomsburg, PA 17815

Eligibility: Must reside in service area.

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 11:00am to 3:00pm

Salvation Army - Bradford Worship and Service Center

Bradford Worship and Service Center

Provides emergency direct assistance for financially struggling individuals and families in crisis seeking assistance for such things as food, clothing, shelter, household utility expenses and similar miscellaneous living needs. Referrals made for assistance not offered at facility. May also offer seasonal assistance, such as Back-to-School and Project Bundle-Up where funds are available. Call for holiday programs (toys and food).

111 Jackson Avenue
Bradford, PA 16701

Eligibility: Elgibility requirements may vary by program. Call for full details.

Hours: Sunday, Worship Services, 9:45am to 12:30pm
Monday through Thursday, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Project Bundle Up (New Winter Outerwear): Sign-up until Dec 31 or when Funds are exhausted

Salvation Army - Butler Worship and Service Center

Food and Financial Assistance

Provdies Emergency Assistance for financially struggling individuals and families in crisis seeking assistance for such things as food, clothing, shelter, rent, household utility expenses and similar miscellaneous living needs. May also offer seasonal assistance, such as Back-to-School and Project Bundle-Up where funds are available. Call for holiday programs (toys and food).

313 West Cunningham Street
Butler, PA 16001

Eligibility: Low income

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 2:00pm; Soup Kitchen: Monday through Friday, 11:30am to 12:30pm

Salvation Army - Chartiers Valley Service Center

Chartiers Valley Service Center

225 West Main Street
Carnegie, PA 15106

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 2:30pm
Food Pantry: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month

Salvation Army - Chester County Service Extension

Emergency Financial Assistance for Housing and Utilities (EFSP)

Offers emergency assistance for individuals and families who are in need of help with rent/mortgage or utilities/heating fuel (includes electricity, oil, gas, coal, firewood, sewer and water.).

Confidential Address

Eligibility: Chester County residents in the specified zip codes who do not qualify for the County's Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP).

Utilities, rent, or mortgage payment in arrears or due within five days
All other resources must be used up
Live in the residence and be responsible for paying for the utilities, rent, or mortgage
Assistance must guarantee 30 more days of utility service or continued stay in the residence.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Salvation Army - Clearfield Worship and Service Center

Clearfield Worship and Service Center

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