The $1 Energy Fund Grant Program assists utility customers who meet income and payment eligibility guidelines with a $100-$500 grant applied directly to their utility bill. Program Dates: October 1 - November 29: open for services that are off or threat of termination only. December 2 - March 31: open for services that are off only. February 3 - 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).

We provide support in 3 basic program areas: Basic Need(eg. groceries, medical expenses) Employment Support(eg. transportation costs, ID, cell phone, resume/job search, education fees, pre-employment costs etc...), and Housing Stabilization(eg. evection and utility shut-off prevention, fuel, storage etc...). The services through which these programs provide support are: Client Emergency Fund-emergency financial assistance, Community Closet-grocery cupboard that focuses on personal care and household items (not covered by SNAP/FoodStamps) and supplemental dry food goods, and the ACT Now Network-email network of those willing to be informed when there is an urgent need (e.g.clothing, home goods, ride to doctor).

Utility assistance available for qualifying customers from PPL, UGI and PA American Water. *UGI Penn Natural Gas thru Project Outreach supplies funds to Columbia County in order to provide energy assistance to those who are in need and are income eligible. *Operation Help is funded by PPL in order to assist in paying the energy bills of the elderly, disabled and others with hardships. *Dollar Energy Fund provides assistance for UGI Central Penn Gas and PA American Water. *On Track payment program available for PPL customers with limited incomes who are unable to pay for their electric services.

Assist applicants with the payment of a fuel or utility bill. Requests for utility assistance must be accompanied by a shut-off notice.

Assists setting up manageable monthly payments on water and wastewater bills. Also provides customers with water conservation kits that provide customers with information and tools on how to use less water.

Provides help for the homeless or near homeless in the areas of rental assistance, assessment for housing services and utility assistance.

Provides emergency assistance for payment of water bills & water supplies.

Provides assistance over the phone for older and disabled Pennsylvanians to apply for: - PACE/PACENET (Rx assistance) - LIS/Extra Help (SSA benefit for Medicare Part D) - SNAP (food stamps) - LIHEAP (heating assistance) - Property Tax or Rent Rebate - Mediaid - Medicare Savings Program (MSP) - Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Counselors are available to discuss health insurance options and help understand the new health care law (Affordable Care Act). Contact the Benefit Services Center at: 1-800-528-9594 (toll free) 1-833-373-5869 (other) 215-207-9100 (main adminstrative number)

Provides in-person or over the phone assistance to any Philadelphian seeking to apply for a variety of state and federal benefit programs including: - PACE/PACENET (Rx assistance) - LIS/Extra Help (SSA benefit for Medicare Part D) - SNAP (food stamps) - LIHEAP (heating assistance) - Property Tax or Rent Rebate - Medicaid - Medicare Savings Program (MSP) - CHIP - TANF - Homestead Exemption BenePhilly can also provide screenings and assistance in seeking Social Security Disability benefits (SSI/SSDI), WIC, Unemployment Insurance, health insurance counseling, and many other services.

Financial assistance for paying utility bills.

Helps cancer patients with paying their water and sewer bills.

Helps low-income households access utility assistance through the application process for LIHEAP, Crisis, CAP programs, Dollar Energy, and weatherization services. Partners include Dollar Energy and Columbia Gas.

Helps low-income households access utility assistance through the application process for LIHEAP, Crisis, CAP programs, Dollar Energy, and weatherization services. Partners include Dollar Energy and Columbia Gas.

Helps low-income households access utility assistance through the application process for LIHEAP, Crisis, CAP programs, Dollar Energy, and weatherization services. Partners include Dollar Energy and Columbia Gas.

**COVID-19 UPDATES** No Face to Face contact at this time. Clearinghouse Coordinator does proper phone screening and confirms client is willing and able to do a phone voucher then refers client to a voucher writer. Voucher writer sets up a phone interview with the client to determine eligibility and instructs client in process to send required information Call the Clearinghouse at 570-888-8826 or email clearinghouse@thevalleybridge.org. ____ Vouchers are issued for emergency assistance by voucher writers associated with the member churches of The Bridge to those who meet eligibility requirements including those related to residence (within the school districts of Waverly, Sayre, and Athens as well as transients), previous help from The Bridge, and family income guidelines as determined through the completion of an interview and application. Vouchers are mainly issued for: Shelter: for people facing eviction (need an eviction notice), needing a security deposit to secure housing, or needing overnight shelter. Utilities: for those in danger of having their gas, electric, or water turned off (need a shut-off notice). Food: for transients needing a meal after Food Bank hours. Transportation: for those stranded and unable to get transportation out of the community. Other emergency situations: other monetary crises may be considered once the proper eligibility has been established. There is a limit to what a family can receive (generally up to $300 every 6 months or 100 gallons of fuel oil every 12 months with a limit to help of 3 times in 7 years), but each case is decided on an individual basis. To start the process of getting voucher, call the Clearinghouse at 570-888-8826 or email clearinghouse@thevalleybridge.org.

Emergency and preventative assistance helps low-income families achieve and maintain their self-sufficiency. Services include rental and move in assistance and prevention of shut-offs for electrical, water, sewer, gas and other utilities. Whenever possible, families and individuals are asked to contribute a co-payment.

Emergency and preventative assistance helps low-income families achieve and maintain their self-sufficiency. Services include rental and move in assistance and prevention of shut-offs for electrical, water, sewer, gas and other utilities. Whenever possible, families and individuals are asked to contribute a co-payment.

Emergency and preventative assistance helps low-income families achieve and maintain their self-sufficiency. Services include rental and move in assistance and prevention of shut-offs for electrical, water, sewer, gas and other utilities. Whenever possible, families and individuals are asked to contribute a co-payment.

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 and prescription assistance. Financial support with groceries for Puerto Rican evacuees

**May take up to 5 business days to receive a call back.** Provides financial assistance to low income residents for sewage bill payments and security deposits and reconnect fees to prevent shut off of water.

**May take up to 5 business days to receive a call back.** Provides financial assistance for low income residents to prevent water service from being shut off. Also helps pay security deposits and reconnect fees.

**May take up to 5 business days to receive a call back.** Provides sewage bill and security deposit payment assistance

**May take up to 5 business days to receive a call back.** Provides Water Bill payment assistance for usage and security deposits

**May take up to 5 business days to receive a call back.** Provides financial assistance to low income residents for help paying sewage bills, reconnect and security deposits

**May take up to 5 business days to receive a call back.** Provides financial assistance to low income residents to pay for delinquent water bills, reconnect fees and security deposits.

Provides financial assistance for low income residents to help pay sewage bills, reconnect fees and security deposits.

**May take up to 5 business days to receive a call back.** Provides financial assistance to low income residents for help paying water bills, reconnect fees and security deposits

Provides programs and services that assist with immediate needs while empowering individuals and families to attain self-sufficiency. Assistance with basic needs, pregnancy and parenting support and Professional mental health counseling.

Provides programs and services that assist with immediate needs while empowering individuals and families to attain self- sufficiency. Individual, couples and family counseling; pregnancy and parenting support; and help with basic needs assistance.

Provides benefits assistance for refugees.

When funding is available, provides emergency payment assistance for electricity, heating, and water.

Works to alleviate the financial burden of individuals and families facing crisis situations, as well as provide supportive services to achieve self sufficiency. Some services that may be provided include: Emergency assistance to prevent homelessness with rent or mortgage payments Rental deposits Food vouchers Utility payments and utility deposit assistance Prescription assistance Transportation assistance

Works to alleviate the financial burden of individuals and families facing crisis situations, as well as provide supportive services to achieve self sufficiency. Some services that may be provided include: Emergency assistance to prevent homelessness with rent or mortgage payments Rental deposits Food vouchers Utility payments and utility deposit assistance Prescription assistance Transportation assistance

Works to alleviate the financial burden of individuals and families facing crisis situations, as well as provide supportive services to achieve self sufficiency. Some services that may be provided include: Emergency assistance to prevent homelessness with rent or mortgage payments Rental deposits Food vouchers Utility payments and utility deposit assistance Prescription assistance Transportation assistance

Information and referral hotline to assist 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. Also provides weatherization and energy conservation information.

Provides assistance with member concerns regarding benefits and entitlements such as; SNAP, Social Security, housing issues and repairs, PACE applications and Property Tax/Rent Rebate Programs.

The HAP program provides assistance for those at risk of becoming homeless through rental, utility and mortgage assistance. The program requires sustainable income to maintain rental/utilities/mortgage. This program, funded by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, through Clearfield County, serves to assist qualified applicants who are having difficulty making monthly rent payments, utility payments or mortgage payments.

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.

**COVID-19 UPDATES* - Continuing to provide services via phone and appointments only.PPL E-PowerWise Program: Programming offers community members a chance to save up to $400.00 a year on their electricity bills. Provides income-eligible households a free conservation kit, valued at around $80.00. Eligible individuals also attend a conservation workshop to â??reduce energy use and save moneyâ?. UGI CAP (Customer Assistance Program): Individuals who are struggling to pay their natural gas charges may be referred to enroll in an affordable payment plan. UGI Operation Share: Assist with the submission of an application to receive a one-time payment toward UGI Central Penn Natural Gas service. Dollar Energy Fund: Assist with the submission of an application CSO, Inc. can help you submit an application to receive a one-time payment toward specific utility bills. This program begins October 1st of each year. Aqua Pennsylvaniaâ??s Helping Hand Program: Aqua Pennsylvania customers who are struggling to pay their water charges may be referred to enroll in a payment plan.

**COVID-19 UPDATES* - Continuing to provide services via phone and appointments only. PPL E-PowerWise Program: Programming offers community members a chance to save up to $400.00 a year on their electricity bills. Provides income-eligible households a free conservation kit, valued at around $80.00. Eligible individuals also attend a conservation workshop to â??reduce energy use and save moneyâ?. UGI CAP (Customer Assistance Program): Individuals who are struggling to pay their natural gas charges may be referred to enroll in an affordable payment plan. UGI Operation Share: Assist with the submission of an application to receive a one-time payment toward UGI Central Penn Natural Gas service. Dollar Energy Fund: Assist with the submission of an application CSO, Inc. can help you submit an application to receive a one-time payment toward specific utility bills. This program begins October 1st of each year. Aqua Pennsylvaniaâ??s Helping Hand Program: Aqua Pennsylvania customers who are struggling to pay their water charges may be referred to enroll in a payment plan.

**COVID-19 UPDATES* - Continuing to provide services via phone and appointments only. PPL E-PowerWise Program: Programming offers community members a chance to save up to $400.00 a year on their electricity bills. Provides income-eligible households a free conservation kit, valued at around $80.00. Eligible individuals also attend a conservation workshop to â??reduce energy use and save moneyâ?. UGI CAP (Customer Assistance Program): Individuals who are struggling to pay their natural gas charges may be referred to enroll in an affordable payment plan. UGI Operation Share: Assist with the submission of an application to receive a one-time payment toward UGI Central Penn Natural Gas service. Dollar Energy Fund: Assist with the submission of an application CSO, Inc. can help you submit an application to receive a one-time payment toward specific utility bills. This program begins October 1st of each year. Aqua Pennsylvaniaâ??s Helping Hand Program: Aqua Pennsylvania customers who are struggling to pay their water charges may be referred to enroll in a payment plan.

**COVID-19 UPDATES* - Continuing to provide services via phone and appointments only. PPL E-PowerWise Program: Programming offers community members a chance to save up to $400.00 a year on their electricity bills. Provides income-eligible households a free conservation kit, valued at around $80.00. Eligible individuals also attend a conservation workshop to reduce energy use and save money. UGI CAP (Customer Assistance Program): Individuals who are struggling to pay their natural gas charges may be referred to enroll in an affordable payment plan. UGI Operation Share: Assist with the submission of an application to receive a one-time payment toward UGI Central Penn Natural Gas service. Dollar Energy Fund: Assist with the submission of an application CSO, Inc. can help you submit an application to receive a one-time payment toward specific utility bills. This program begins October 1st of each year. Aqua Pennsylvanian's Helping Hand Program: Aqua Pennsylvania customers who are struggling to pay their water charges may be referred to enroll in a payment plan.

Financial help to needy households. Financial assistance up to $200 once per 12-month period.

Provides rental assistance for residents that live within the City of Reading. Must have an eviction notice. Click here for application 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. See eligibility.

CEO is able to provide utility customers with access to assistance to help with bill payment for gas and electric services.

CEO Haz is able to provide 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.

CEO is able to provide utility customers with access to assistance to help with bill payment for gas and electric services.

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.

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

Provides bill payment arrangements with customers who have a past due water bill/balance with Aqua PA.

Provides a range of financial and supportive services to very low-income veterans and their families residing in or transitioning to permanent housing. Assistance can include help with rent, mortgage, or utility payments.

One time financial assistance for rent, security deposit or utilities for households who do not fit another program's eligibility guidelines.

Utility assistance available for Venango County residents. These funds are contingent on donations and have conditions that must be met.

Emergency Assistance for families with children ages 18 and under who are in school. Examples of assistance include rent, doctor appointments, dental needs, utilities and transportation.

Assists Beaver County residents with:

• Assistance to individuals and families experiencing homelessness or are at imminent risk of homelessness,
• Utility Assistance,
• Displaced residents emergency motel program,
• Consumer Education,
• Supportive Housing Program for individuals and families with disabilities who have exhausted all other housing options,
• Fair Housing

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, which may include:

• Health care services
• Daily living services
• Personal financial planning services
• Transportation services
• Fiduciary and payee services
• Legal services
• Child care services
• Housing counseling services

May also provide time-limited payments to third parties (e.g., landlords, utility companies, moving companies, and licensed child care providers) if these payments help Veteran families stay in or acquire permanent housing on a sustainable basis.

Administers Dollar Energy applications for electric, gas and water.

For ELANCO families and/or individuals they offer financial assistance (utilities, rent, etc.) on a case by case basis. They offer case management for those in ELANCO with low resources and make referrals when appropriate.

Provides a 65% monthly service charge discount and provides water-saving devices and educates customers on how to use water wisely. A program of Pennsylvania American Water managed by Dollar Energy Fund.

Offers assistance grants of up to $500 per year for those who need help to pay their water bills.

Pennsylvania American Water Company offers Sewage Assistance for certain PAWC customers. Grants of up to $500 per year and 15% discounted wastewater charges are available to eligible customers.

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.

Distributes Dollar Energy applications for utility payment assistance

Rental assistance to those with notarized eviction notices. Utility assistance to those with shut-off notices.

Assists with the immediate crisis of homelessness. Offers those who are eligible rent and utility assistance, as well as referral resources and guidance to anyone who calls, in order to assure that emergency basic needs are being met.

Friends of the Poor acts as a referral site for the federal Dollar Energy program. It provides qualifying North East PA applicants with a grant to reactivate water service when it has been shut off or are at-risk to have their water serice shut off.

As of 04/13/2020: Due to COVID-19, currently taking phone calls and having “porch meetings”, but not meeting with anyone inside. Housing issues should be referred to Center for Community Action (Anyone with questions can either email information at info@ccaofpa.org or call 800-323-9997) Utilities assistance.

Thursdays from 10-12, distributes packages of perishable and non-perishable items on a first-come, first-served basis to eligible residents of Northwest Philadelphia. Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets available during holiday period.

Provides assistance in three program areas: housing stabilization, utilities, and basic needs. Qualifying applicants may apply to one, two, or all three of the grant areas for a maximum total of $1,500 until the monies are exhausted.

Provides direct service, identify community need, and resources to provide tangible assistance to those individuals and families who have difficulties because of low incomes or an unexpected emergency.

Provides financial assistance to single women and mothers with children impacted by Covid-19 in Chester County. This is specifically for those women that lost hours or lost employment due to COVID 19. We can assist with a portion of rent, preventing utility shut-offs or possible other expenses. They must be able to demonstrate that they have been impacted by COVID-19

Currently due to COVID-19 there is additional rental/utility arrears funding households may be eligible for. Screening/Intake is completed through 211.

Processes Dollar Energy applications for electric service.

Provides financial assistance to prevent eviction, electricity service termination, etc. or to help with small home repairs or provide small short-term loans for similar needs. Money management counseling is also available.

It's About the Warrior Foundation (IATW) assists and empowers post 9/11 veterans and their families with financial, educational, recreational or therapeutic needs.

• Offers financial assistance to pay third party mortgages, rent, and other needs including:
  • Utility bills
  • Housing assistance (rent, mortgage)
  • Housing repairs
  • Funeral expenses
  • Legal fees
  • Educational fees
  • Recreational fees
  • Medical fees
• Provides gift cards from a variety of retail outlets for the veteran and their families in a time of need.
• Offers post-secondary educational scholarship opportunities for both the veteran and their dependents.
• Assists veterans with job placement throughout the Tri-State Area.

Jubilee Soup Kitchen 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.

Provides funds to families caring for an ill or disabled child to cover uninsured yet vital expenses such as electric bills, adaptive equipment, special nutritional supplements and disease-related therapies and camps.

We serve our neighbors living in the Avon Grove School District, Unionville Chadds Ford School District, and Kennett Consolidated School District. Some services are available to our neighbors in Oxford School District if the household is facing eviction or is currently experiencing homelessness. To schedule an appointment to meet with our case management team, please call 610.925.3556. All calls are confidential, and each request is considered on a case-by-case basis. Proof of income and other documentation is required to qualify. Our Emergency Assistance Program is housed within the Resource Center located at 138 West Cedar Street in Kennett Square. The program offers the following services for those currently living in our service area: •financial assistance for rent, utility bills, and other basic living expenses •housing assistance to those who are experiencing homelessness •connecting those in need with a partner agency that will best assist them •laundry and shower facilities are available within our Resource Center Monday-Friday 9am to 5pm -- DUE TO COVID-19 THE SHOWER AND LAUNDRY SERVICES ARE CURRENTLY CLOSED. Our Emergency Loan Program is offered to individuals that need a stopgap solution. •provides a short-term 0% interest loan •up to $500 •for auto repairs, rent assistance, tuition and other needs •must be paid back within six months •helps to build credit •To qualify, proof of income and other documentation is required

**NOTES** Click here for Coronavirus Information 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.

Provides emergency relief with job training and life skills programs.

Provides social service, recreational, and educational opportunities. Acts as a screening agency for Dollar Energy Fund.

Provides financial assistance to individuals and families in the North Penn School District facing a temporary rent, utility, or medical/prescription crisis. During the summer, Manna prepays electric bills for seniors so that they can run fans or air conditioners. Electric bill must not be past due.

Utility Assistance

Limited funding for rental assistance (contact CADCOM for eligibility guidelines).Other assistance:Helps clients pay their PECO energy bills and Dollar Energy. Helping Hands for water bills. MED-ED still Open for non PECO customers This service is not available for individuals who are eligible for liheap (winter months) and require heater repairs or replacement. Those individuals should call Community Action Agency of Delaware County (CAADC) instead.

Accepts applications for grants from Dollar Energy Fund's Hardship Program on a first come, first serve basis. Hands for Hope provide services for families experiencing hardships. The expansion of the Hands for Hope Hardship Program is funded in part by The Pittsburgh Foundation.

Provides emergency financial assistance to Vietnam and Persian Gulf War veterans and their families, with a focus on families with disabled children. Assistance includes payment of medical equipment, utility bills, rent, car repairs, and other needed one-time gifts. All situations are considered on a case-by-case basis.

New Hope Ministries, NHM, helps eligible community members with financial assistance towards the costs of their utilities.

Electricity

• Heating Fuel - gas, propane & oil
• Water bill
• Sewer bill On a limited basis NMH may be able to help with car/vehicle repairs and transportation assistance.
• car repairs
• car insurance
• gasoline
• car registration
• driver's licence fees Referrals made to VBA Vision Plan for eye glass help.

New Hope Ministries, NHM, helps eligible community members with financial assistance towards the costs of their utilities.

Electricity

• Heating Fuel - gas, propane & oil
• Water bill
• Sewer bill On a limited basis NMH may be able to help with car/vehicle repairs and transportation assistance.
• car repairs
• car insurance
• gasoline
• car registration
• driver's licence fees Referrals made to VBA Vision Plan for eye glass help.

New Hope Ministries, NHM, helps eligible community members with financial assistance towards the costs of their utilities.

Electricity

• Heating Fuel - gas, propane & oil
• Water bill
• Sewer bill On a limited basis NMH may be able to help with car/vehicle repairs and transportation assistance.
• car repairs
• car insurance
• gasoline
• car registration
• driver's licence fees Referrals made to VBA Vision Plan for eye glass help.

New Hope Ministries, NHM, helps eligible community members with financial assistance towards the costs of their utilities.

Electricity

• Heating Fuel - gas, propane & oil
• Water bill
• Sewer bill On a limited basis NMH may be able to help with car/vehicle repairs and transportation assistance.
• car repairs
• car insurance
• gasoline
• car registration
• driver's licence fees Referrals made to VBA Vision Plan for eye glass help.

New Hope Ministries, NHM, helps eligible community members with financial assistance towards the costs of their utilities.

Electricity

• Heating Fuel - gas, propane & oil
• Water bill
• Sewer bill On a limited basis NMH may be able to help with car/vehicle repairs and transportation assistance.
• car repairs
• car insurance
• gasoline
• car registration
• driver's licence fees Referrals made to VBA Vision Plan for eye glass help.

New Hope Ministries, NHM, helps eligible community members with financial assistance towards the costs of their utilities.

Electricity

• Heating Fuel - gas, propane & oil
• Water bill
• Sewer bill On a limited basis NMH may be able to help with car/vehicle repairs and transportation assistance.
• car repairs
• car insurance
• gasoline
• car registration
• driver's licence fees Referrals made to VBA Vision Plan for eye glass help.

Utility assistance for families in crisis situations. Acts as a screening agency for Dollar Energy Fund.

One time financial assistance for rent, security deposit or utilities for households who do not fit another program's eligibility guidelines.

Senoir Community Centers Senior Congregate Meal Locations Community Services Information and Referral Dollar Energy Agency

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.

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

Provides three services: - Grants of up to $500 per year - A discount on the monthly service fee - Water-saving devices and education

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

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

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.

Anyone having trouble paying their water bill should apply for help. The Tiered Assistance Program (TAP) is designed to help Philadelphia Water Department customers who are: Low income,seniors, or having a special hardship that makes it difficult to pay their water bills.

Authorized bill payment location and to apply for water connection.

Authorized bill payment location and to apply for water connection.

Authorized bill payment location and to apply for water connection.

Grants of up to $200 on water bills are available to prevent shutoff or to restore service. Assists customers in obtaining federal energy assistance.

This office 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.

Provides screening for individuals who want to apply for a Dollar Energy Fund Screening. Has limited help available for City residents who need utility assistance. Must reside in the City and be at or below 125% of fpg.

United for Women service that offers monetary and basic assistance to women who are homeless, or at immediate risk of homelessness, for the first time in their lives. Priority is given to women over 50 years old. Also, working families with young children.

Homeowners facing potentially steep costs to repair non-compliant storm sewer connections to sanitary sewers on their property. Dollar Energy Fund will serve as the grant and loan program administrator and first point of customer contact for Pittsburgh homeowners who wish to participate in this program.

Programming aimed at preventing/diverting individuals and families from homelessness. Referrals for programming will be considered for individuals/families that are facing homelessness due to circumstances that make them unable to maintain housing. This service is available to qualified residents of Carbon ,Monroe, Pike and Wayne Counties.

Pennsylvania Utility Law Project (PULP) assist low-income residential utility and energy consumers connect to and maintain affordable utility and energy services within their homes. - Assistance and information regarding utility termination and payment arrangements - Utility customer service obligations - Universal Service Programs - Landlord-Tenant related utility issues - Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Issues

Assistance to help those in need defray the costs of their water bill.

Programs that pay all or a portion of the utility bills of people whose utilities have been or are at risk of being shut off. Also included are non-emergency programs like those funded through the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), also referred to as LIEAP or HEAP in some states, that provide home energy assistance, generally in the form of a credit, for low-income households that apply. The assistance is usually available once per calendar year (or heating season). Utility bill payment assistance programs may have age, income, disability, need or other eligibility requirements.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE •By appointment only (clients must call on Tuesdays only from 8:30am-9:30am.Typical amount paid $25-$50. Bills can not exceed $200.00 and the bill cannot be a shut off notice. The following are the ONLY items we help with: •Medical bill assistance (physician verified) •Prescription assistance (must receive fax from doctor's office verifying prescription) •Electric bill assistance (no CAP recipients) •Gas bill assistance (no CAP recipients) •Water bill assistance Local phone bill payment/connection (up to $20) •Bus passes/gas vouchers - employment or medical purposes A recipient can only receive assistance from us one time in 90 days and the need can not exceed $200. We provide $50 in assistance (1/4 of bill/invoice).

St. Vincent de Paul provides help with basic needs such as rent help, electric and water shut offs and heating oil in the winter. We also help with car experiences on a case by case basis.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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).

Emergency assistance for financially struggling individuals and families in crisis. Referrals are made for assistance not offered at our 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).

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.

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.