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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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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.

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

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

Emergency Fuel Assistance

Provides fuel assistance (natural gas, propane, kerosene, fuel oil, wood, pellets, coal) to people in an emergency.

409 East Central Avenue
Titusville, PA 16354

Eligibility: Low income individuals and those with disabilities.

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

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

Bethany Church of the Nazarene

Helping Hands

Provide financial assistance for utility needs - first come/first served basis. Funds are extremely limited and not able to assist with large financial requests. It is funded by donations from the church so funds may not always be available.

1605 Parkway West
Harrisburg , PA 17112

Eligibility: Residents of Cumberland, Dauphin

Hours: Irregular - call for details

Bob Perks Fund

Heating Fuel Payment Assistance

Helps cancer patients with the cost of heating fuel.

PO Box 313
State College, PA 16804

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

Hours: Call with questions or 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

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

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

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

Blair County Fuel Bank

Handles requests for DELIVERABLE FUEL only (regular fuel oil; propane; wood; fuel pellets; fuel oil blend; kerosene; coal). Assistance is for a ONE TIME EMERGENCY DELIVERY only. Requests taken from January 1 to March 31 ONLY.

1300 12th Avenue
Altoona, PA 16603

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

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

(814) 353-0502

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Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Greensburg

Cooking and Heating Fuel Assistance

Provides assistance for the purchase of cooking and heating fuel, paid directly to the vendor.

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

Center for Community Action

GPU WARM PLUS - Mulitfamily

Energy conservation measures are installed to homes for utility customers experiencing high kilowatt usage.
Energy education services are also provided.

195 Drive-In Lane
Everett, PA 15537

Eligibility: 150% of Federal Poverty Guideline.
Must be Penelec or West Penn Power customer.
Electric account must be in the customer’s name.
Home must have a minimum annual usage of 6,500 kwt.
Customer must have lived in the residence at least 6 months.
Landlord must give permission for services.
Services can only be received once in 5 years.
Household usage must be 12,000 kwh annually.

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

Center for Community Action

GPU WARM PLUS - Mulitfamily

Energy conservation measures are installed to homes for utility customers experiencing high kilowatt usage.
Energy education services are also provided.

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

Eligibility: - 150% of Federal Poverty Guideline
- Must be Penelec or West Penn Power customer
- Electric account must be in the customer's name
- Home must have a minimum annual usage of 6,500 kwt
- Customer must have lived in the residence at least 6 months
- Landlord must give permission for services
- Services can only be received once in 5 years
- Household usage must be 12,000 kwh annually

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 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

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.

Centre County Human Services- Office of Adult Services

Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)

Applicants may be eligible for up to 18 months of rental and utility assistance (combined). Total months of assistance are inclusive of all ERAP assistance received since the program opened in March 2021. There is no monthly cap on either rental or utility assistance.

3500 East College Avenue, Suite 120
State College, PA 16801

Eligibility: Renters in Centre County. See further eligibility details Here.

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

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

Christ Among Neighbors

Financial Assistance for Basic Needs

Assists with rental, utility bills, clothing or medical bills. This assistance may include emergency service delivery and/or referrals/consultations to other agencies or organizations with the means to solve the problem. No funds are given to individuals - instead all payments are made directly to landlords and other vendors.

130 South Penn Street
Shippensburg, PA 17257

Eligibility: Residents of the Shippenburg Area School District

Hours: Varies

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

Christian Awareness Ministries Ecumenical (C.A.M.E.)

Food Pantry and General Relief

Provides a supplemental food pantry and emergency assistance for rent, heat, and electric on a case by case basis (limited to once a year and up to $200). Also provides medical equipment, walkers, crutches, wheelchairs, commodes, and shower chairs for loan.

110 High Acres Park, State Route 447
Canadensis, PA 18325

Eligibility:

Residents of Barrett and Price Townships, and Northeasten Paradise Township
Must meet income guidelines

Hours: Food Distribution: Monday, 8:30am to noon

(570) 595-9141

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Christian Churches United

Emergency Services Fuel

Provides one-time assistance to people needing fuel oil during the winter heating season.

413 South 19th Street
Harrisburg, PA 17104

Eligibility: Clients must have exhausted any and all other energy assistance programs (LIHEAP) before they receive any assistance from HELP.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm; Walk-in hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 11:00am; Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Christian Churches United

Operation HELP

Pays energy bills for customers who, as a result of hardships and limited income, have difficulty paying their energy bills. Lower Dauphin's Operation HELP Funds are only used to pay for Electric.

413 South 19th Street
Harrisburg, PA 17104

Eligibility: Call for information

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm; Walk-in hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 11:00am; Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 1:00pm to 3:00pm

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

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)

Fuel Assistance

Offers oil assistance for eligible oil-heat customers on a limited basis.

1414 Meeting House
Boothwyn, PA 19061

Eligibility: Residents of Delaware County who meet income requirement

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

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

Heating Fuel 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 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

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

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

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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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

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

Good Samaritan Center

Utility Payments

Provides payments to the vendor for electric, water, heating fuel and other utility bills when the individual is at danger for disconnection from the service.

11 North Front Street
Clearfield, PA 16830

Eligibility: Clearfield county residents at risk of having utilities disconnected.

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

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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 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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Help Hotline

Support Services

Provides assistance in the form of a clothing bank, food banks, and limited financial assistance with utility bills. Assistance may be coordinated with surrounding agencies.

13646 Summit Avenue
Blue Ridge Summit, PA 17214

Eligibility: Must be a resident of Blue Ridge Summit

Hours: Hotline Hours: 24/7; Appointment Hours: Tuesday, 5:00pm to 6:00pm; Saturday, 9:00am to 10:00am

Indiana County Community Action Program

Fuel Assistance

Provides assistance for fuel for residents of Indiana County.

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

Interfaith Human Services

Centre County Fuel Bank

Provides free heating products to qualifying residents. The Fuel Bank is not intended to cover all the heating costs of a household nor pay for past due or unpaid heating bills. It exists to help avoid a heating emergency and provides the following:

Fuel oil

Wood

Coal

Propane (for heating purposes only)

251 Easterly Parkway
Suite 200
State College, PA 16801

Eligibility: Must be a Centre County Resident and LIHEAP eligible

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

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

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

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

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

Neighbors in Christ Newville

Administrative Office

Provides funds and offers referrals for food, clothing, fuel, and/or rental assistance. Assists with car insurance payment if it means a person has no other transportation to work.

111 W Big Spring Avenue
Newville, PA 17241

Eligibility: Residents of Big Springs School District

Hours: Saturday, 8:30am to 10:00am

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 Dauphin Human Services Center

Dauphin Human Services Center

Provides 14 agencies under one roof providing an array of services and supports, including mental health and drug and alcohol counseling, a food pantry, and other agencies that serve families, seniors, and veterans.

295 State Drive
Elizabethville, PA 17023

Eligibility: Families, seniors, and veterans
Note: Household income may apply to program eligibility

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm; excluding holidays

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

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

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

Veterans Temporary Assistance

Provides temporary financial aid to Veterans and their beneficiaries who reside in Pennsylvania for the necessities of life (food, shelter, fuel, clothing and medical expenses). If eligible, a Veteran or their beneficiary can qualify for an amount not to exceed $1,600 in a twelve month period.

1 Garrison Road
Fort Indiantown Gap
Annville, PA 17003

Eligibility: Veteran's eligibility criteria:

A person who served in the Armed Forces of the United States and residing in Pennsylvania, who:
- was discharged under Honorable Conditions after period of active duty, other than active duty for training,
- has a service-connected disability as certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs,
- Veteran must demonstrate a financial need,
- must show either a loss of income or increase in expenses that renders the applicant temporarily unable to provide themselves with the necessities of living.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:15am to 4:30pm

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

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

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

PPL Electric Utilities Corp

Operation HELP

Operation HELP provides emergency financial aid to pay heating bills for families with financial hardships. PPL Electric Utilities was one of the first utilities to establish a fuel fund for customers in need. The program provides funds to pay for any type of home heating bill electric, natural gas, oil or coal. Funding comes from PPL, its customers, employees and retirees. A network of 16 community groups and social service agencies across eastern and central PA administers the program, interviews applicants and distributes funds.

827 Hausman Road
Allentown, PA 18104

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

Rankin Christian Center

Heating Payment Assistance

Helps area residents with emergency fuel payments and assistance on a limited basis.

230 3rd Avenue
Rankin, PA 15104

Eligibility:

Low income
Call the office for specific requirements

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

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 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - Chambersburg

Senior Heating Assistance

Handles the Office of Aging Seniors Heating Assistance for all of Franklin County. Assistance is available for help in paying their heating (electric, kerosene, fuel oil) bill. Individuals can apply for assistance with their heating bill during the time frame of November 1 - April 30 or until funding is depleted.

159 Lincoln Way West
Chambersburg, PA 17201

Eligibility: Must reside in Franklin County and be age 60 and over for services. Income at or below 150% of the poverty level.

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

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 - Forest City

Emergency Relief Assistance

Provides emergency relief assistance such as help with rent and utilities. May assist with heating fuel purchase in severe cold weather situations.

636 1/2 Main Street
Forest City, PA 18421

Eligibility: Assistance must justify the emergency and is determined on a case by case basis. Must reside in service area.

Hours: Hours are by appointment only. Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm

(570) 785-4357

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Salvation Army - Gettysburg Service Unit

Emergency Assistance

Provides one-time help with rent, utilities, prescription medicine, clothing required for work, some auto repairs and state inspections, and other services that provide a helping hand to allow people to get on firmer footing. There is a dollar limit on services provided per client per six-month period. Emergency shelter, with some longer-term options available on a case-by-case basis.

1570 Fairfield Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Eligibility:

Households experiencing short-term challenges
Residents of select Adams County zip codes

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

Salvation Army - Hamburg Service Center

Emergency Assistance

Emergency assistance for heating, utilities, rent and limited prescriptions. Also provides emergency food vouchers, emergency food boxes and disaster services.

700 South Fourth Street
Suite C
Hamburg, PA 19526

Eligibility: Based on zip code assigned coverage area, funds available, and emergency need.

Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 8:30am to 4:00pm

Salvation Army - Hamburg Service Center

Emergency Assistance

Emergency assistance for heating, utilities, rent and limited prescriptions.

658D Noble Street
Kutztown, PA 19530

Eligibility: Based on zip code assigned coverage area, funds available, and emergency need.

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

Salvation Army - Honesdale

Fuel/Heating Assistance

Provides financial help with cost of heating oil, propane, wood, coal in cold weather season. Service is contigent upon the availability of funding and determined on case by case basis.

231 Sunrise Avenue
Honesdale, PA 18431

Eligibility: Must first apply through your County Assistance Office for the LIHEAP Program first and have used that assistance. Residency requirement, serves all of Wayne County and only zip code 18428 Hawley in Pike County.

Hours: Program open from November through April. By appointment, Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm

Salvation Army - Lancaster Extension Units

Columbia Salvation Army Extension Unit

Services include:
* Food
* Clothing
* Limited financial aid for fuel, utilities and transportation (mostly gas money for short, local trips to appointments, etc.)
* Aid to families who are victims of a fire
* Mobile canteen service (used primarily to serve fire, police and utility personnel at the scene of emergencies)
* Residential camp program offered one week each summer for disadvantaged youth from 7 to 12 years

401 Locust Street
Community Action Program
Columbia, PA 17512

Eligibility: Low income families and those in emergency situations, determined on a case-by-case basis

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

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Salvation Army - Lancaster Extension Units

Elizabethtown Salvation Army Extension Unit

PO Box 96
Wagontown, PA 19376

Eligibility: Low income families and those in emergency situations, determined on a case-by-case basis

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Salvation Army - Lancaster Extension Units

Ephrata Salvation Army Extension Unit

Services include:
* Food
* Clothing
* Limited financial aid for fuel, utilities and transportation
* Aid to families who are victims of a fire
* Mobile canteen service (used primarily to serve fire, police and utility personnel at the scene of emergencies)
* Residential camp program offered one week each summer for disadvantaged youth from 7 to 13 years

PO Box 96
Wagontown, PA 19376

Eligibility: Low income families and those in emergency situations, determined on a case-by-case basis

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Manheim Salvation Army Extension Unit

East Fairview Church of the Brethren
1187 Fairview Road
Manheim, PA 17545

Eligibility: Low-income families and those in emergency situations, determined on a case-by-case basis

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Salvation Army - Lancaster Extension Units

Marietta Salvation Army Extension Unit

PO Box 627
Maytown, PA 17550

Eligibility: Low income families and those in emergency situations, determined on a case-by-case basis

Hours: No specific hours, call and leave a message

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Salvation Army - Lock Haven

Utility Payment Assistance

Assists eligible clients with paying utility bills. Service is available as funding permits. Only able to help with one month's utility bills.

119 East Church Street
Lock Haven, PA 17745

Eligibility: Determined on case by case basis.

Hours: Monday through Fridays, 8:00am to 3:00pm

Salvation Army - Milton

Utility Assistance

Accepts applications for assistance with utility payments in crisis situations; in cases where shut-off or termination of services is pending.

30 Center Street
Milton, PA 17847

Eligibility: Population at risk of: utility shut off who reside in Northumberland (Warrior Run School District, Milton School District), Union (Lewisburg School District)

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 2:00pm

Salvation Army - New Castle Corps

Food and 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. 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).

240 West Grant Street
New Castle, PA 16101

Eligibility: Call for information

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9:00am to 2:00pm, Friday, 9:00am to 12:00pm

Salvation Army - Pike County

Social Service Center

Provides emergency assistance such as help with food, rent, heating fuel and utilities on a case by case basis contingent upon available funds. Will connect with other county agencies/programs as funds are limited.

Eligibility: Assistance for rent payment requires an eviction notice from landlord who must sign consent form.
Assistance for utilities requires an utility company shut-off service termination notice.
For assistance with heating fuel - must first have used LIHEAP funds.

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

Salvation Army - Punxsutawney Worship and Service Center

Punxsutawney Worship and Service Center

Provides emergency services, emergency food bag, clothing, applications for utility assistance, after school, children's school supplies, and a food bag.

229 West Mahoning Street
Punxsutawney, PA 15767

Eligibility: Call for more information.

Hours: Monday through Thursday
, 9:00am to 12:00pm
, 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Closed for federal holidays, all closings posted

Salvation Army - Reading

Provides emergency assistance for any heating source, fuel, water, medication, clothing, hygiene supplies, transportation, information and referral, and other expenses as funding allows. Cannot provide assistance for funeral related costs or narcotic prescriptions.

301 South Fifth Street
Reading, PA 19602

Eligibility: Call for information.

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

Salvation Army - Renovo

General Relief Assistance

Provides emergency assistance for household facing a crisis situation. Assistance could include rent or utility payment in order to prevent eviction or shut off of utility service.

137 Third Street
Renovo, PA 17760

Eligibility: Income and residency eligibility requirements. Must live in Western Clinton County. Call for more information.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 2:00pm

Salvation Army - Sayre

Emergency Assistance

Assistance for families facing utility termination, being evicted from their homes or in need of emergency food. Provides emergency assistance with utilitiy bills, rent, food on a case by case basis.

351 Fulton Street
Sayre, PA 18840

Eligibility: Must be resident of Sayre, Athens, or Waverly

Hours: Tuesday through Thursday, 9:00am to 12:00pm
Friday, 9:00am to 12:00pm

Salvation Army - Somerset Service Center

Material and Financial Assistance

334 West Main Street
Suite 100
Somerset, PA 15501

Eligibility: Call for information.

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

Salvation Army - Sunbury

Fuel Heating Assistance

Assistance is available with payment for heating oil or propane from November 1 - March 31. In order to receive help for heat you must apply through your County Assistance Office for the LIHEAP Program first and have used that assistance. This service is not a guarenteed service and is provided on an individual basis.

40 South 4th Street
Sunbury, PA 17801

Eligibility: Sunbury and Northumberland residents only. Income eligiblity may apply and documentation of income and residency are required.

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

Salvation Army - Titusville Worship and Service Center

Titusville Worship and Service Center

Provides emergency assistance for individuals and families in crisis seeking assistance for such things as food, 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).

213 East Bloss Street
Church of Nazerene
Titusville, PA 16354

Eligibility: Financially struggling individuals and families in crisis.

Hours: By appointment only.

(814) 827-7450

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Salvation Army - Williamsport

Fuel Payment Assistance

Assists households with with emergency fuel needs. Depending on availability of funding, they will help with oil or gas bill payments.

457 Market Street
Williamsport, PA 17701

Eligibility: Call for information.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 12:00pm; 1:00pm to 4:00pm

Salvation Army - York County

Family Services

Offers emergency financial assistance for prescriptions, gas bill, and heating fuel.

Rent referrals will only be taken from the Next Door Program - Bell Socialization. Their phone number is (717) 356-2957.

Provides water service payment assistance, aiming to help 20 people with one month's billing assistance and no higher than $50.00, as funds are available. Screens for the CAP program, offered through Columbia Gas.

Please be aware that our ability to serve you depends on the availability of funding.

30 East King Street, First Floor
York, PA 17401

Eligibility: Call for information

Hours: NOTE: as of March 24, 2020 This agency/service is still available; however, due to covid-19 directives, we are closed to the public. Out of caution for the health and safety for our staff, volunteers and the community, please, call first to receive any instructions on our intake process. Thank you.

Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 12:00pm(noon) and 1:00pm to 3:30pm

Salvation Army of Mifflin County

Financial Assistance

Provides financial assistance for utilities, rent, and other emergencies.

9 South Dorcas Street
Lewistown, PA 17044

Eligibility: Must meet Federal Poverty Guidelines

Hours: Varies

Salvation Army Pottsville Corps

Utility Assistance

Provides partial electric bill assistance to residents who live in St. Clair(17970) or Schuylkill Haven(17972).

Provides fuel oil assistance to those who did not qualify for the LIHEAP program. Clients need to provide documentation from the welfare office, paperwork for household income and expenses, and copies of the last two oil bills.

400 Sanderson Street
Pottsville, PA 17901

Eligibility: Eligibility varies. Contact receptionist for specifics.

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 10:00am to 2:30pm

Salvation Army Tamaqua

Utility Assistance

Provides emergency assistance with emergency heating/electric/oil/coal/propane

46 Mauch Chunk Street
Tamaqua, PA 18252

Eligibility: It must have been at least 12 months since you received assistance from the Salvation Army.

Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 9:00am to 2:00pm

Salvation Army West Chester Corps

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 with paying utilities/heating fuel bill (includes electricity, oil, gas, coal, firewood, sewer, and water).

101 East Market Street
West Chester, PA 19380

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 utilities bill payer.
Assistance must guarantee 30 more days of utilities service.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm; closed 12:30pm to 1:00pm for lunch

Samaritan Fellowship

Emergency Assistance

Provides emergency financial assistance for rent, utility bills, medications, auto repair, and fuel. Payment is made directly to vendor.

333 South Spring Garden Street
Carlisle, PA 17013

Eligibility:

Low-income households
Residents of Carlisle, Middlesex Township, and South Middleton School District

Hours: Phone interviews are held Saturday, 7:00am to 11:00am.

Shalom House

SHARP (Shalom House Aftercare Rental Assistance Program)

Provides post shelter permanent housing with extended case management program.

9 South 15th Street
Harrisburg, PA 17104

Eligibility: • Assistance is only provided for those enrolled in the SHARP program
• Single female exiting emergency shelter or treatment program
• Income must meet disability guidelines
• Must live alone, have a disability, remain clean, sober, follow program guidelines
• Requires completion of program goal plan, commitment to self-help, attendance at life skills and other meetings where appropriate, and demonstrated progress achieving goal plan objectives.

Hours: Call for information

Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Council of Greensburg

Utility Payment Assistance

Through our two utility assistance programs, the Fuel Fund and the Utility Fund, individuals experiencing crisis and unable to pay their electric, gas, or water bill can receive help with their regular monthly payment. Some conferences also offer support applying to LIHEAP, CRISIS, or the Dollar Energy Fund.

551 Hyde Park Road
Leechburg, PA 15656

Eligibility: Services are available to residents through individual Conferences throughout the Diocese of Greensburg.

Hours: The website is available 24/7; individual Conference office hours vary.

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Solanco Neighborhood Ministries

Non-profit organization serving Southern Lancaster County. Includes a food bank, some funds for emergency needs (gas, oil, coal, electric) and assistance finding other available resources.

14 South Church Street
Quarryville, PA 17566

Eligibility: Based mostly on income by considers special circumstances

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

Friday, 9:00am to 12:00pm

South Central Community Action Programs, SCCAP

Emergency Services

Operates Adams Electric Co-op Project Helping Hands (PHH) program for those seeking electric help and Salvation Army program for those seeking help with various bills including rent (only helps with late rent bills/payments), utilities (not covered by PHH), and prescription expense assistance.

153 North Stratton Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Eligibility: Call for information

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

South Central Community Action Programs, SCCAP

Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)

Assists with rent or utility payments.

533 South Main Street
Chambersburg, PA 17201

Eligibility: 1. Residents who are behind on their rent. Renters who are behind on their utilities (gas, electric, water, sewer, trash, or fuel oil or propane)
2. Impacted by COVID either directly or indirectly
3. Must be at 80% of Area Median Income or below

Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 8:00am to 12:00pm; Tuesday and Thursday, 12:00pm to 4:00pm for Walk-Ins. Individuals will also be able to use a drop box out front if they only have access to a paper format for the application.

Southern York County Pantry

Food Pantry

Provides emergency food. Delivery is available for individuals with a limited ability to leave the home.

315 North Constitution Avenue
New Freedom, PA 17349

Eligibility: Residents of Felton, Glen Rock, Glenville, Jacobus, Jefferson, Loganville, New Freedom, Railroad, Seven Valleys, Shrewsbury, Spring Grove, and Stewartstown

Hours: Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, 9:30am to 11:00am; 24/7 answering service

Southwest Community Development Corporation

Neighborhood Energy Center

Serves as an intake site for utility assistance program applicants. Assists with Low Income Household Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Crisis Grants program, and Utility Emergency Service Fund (UESF).

6328 Paschall Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19142

Eligibility: Philadelphia households that meet income requirements

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

Spring-Ford Project Outreach

Heating Oil Assistance Program

Provides up to 125 gallons a year to qualified households.

410 Washington Street
Royersford, PA 19468

Eligibility: Residents of Spring-Ford Area School District

Must be LIHEAP qualified

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

Sullivan County Government

Emergency Food and Shelter Program

A federally funded assistance program, that provides a one (1) month mortgage or a one (1) month metered utility payment or vendor minimum delivery amount of a non-metered utility (wood, oil or propane if the primary heat source). This service may also allow for hotel/motel vouchers in order to provide shelter to homeless individuals. Sullivan County households can be assisted once a year through this program while funds are available and on a first come first serve basis.

245 Muncy Street
Laporte, PA 18626

Eligibility: Residents of: Sullivan County

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

Susquehanna County Interfaith

Utility Assistance

Offers help for individuals and families who are at risk of a utility shutoff. Utility assistance may include help with natural gas, electricity, water, propane, and fuel oil bills, and is offered as funding is available.

526 Church Street
Montrose, PA 18801

Eligibility: Must be a resident of Susquehanna County.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:30am to 5:00pm
Saturday, 9:30am to 3:00pm

Susquehanna County Interfaith

Emergency Fuel Program

Provides help to those who are struggling to handle the cost of home heating bills. Provides a certain amount to help obtain immediate fuel, the remainder is up to the family/individual.

526 Church Street
Montrose, PA 18801

Eligibility: Must be a resident of Susquehanna County. To qualify, there cannot be a balance with the fuel company and the family must qualify for LIHEAP or have some type of crisis.

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

Susquehanna County Interfaith

Susquehanna Interfaith

Provides clothing, personal needs, and financial assistance, as well as, household items. Offers help for individuals and families who are at risk of a utility shutoff. Utility assistance may include help with natural gas, electricity, water, propane, and fuel oil bills, and is offered as funding is available.

695 Jackson Avenue
Susquehanna, PA 18847

Eligibility: Must be a resident of Susquehanna County. Persons facing emergency situations, such as fleeing from domestic violence, home fire, flood, utility or energy assistance, and devastating losses.

Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 9:30am to 3:00pm; Thursday , 9:30am to 12:00pm.

The Open Link

Financial Assistance

Provides financial assistance for basic utilities, fuel, and housing costs. Also available to assist individuals in accessing the following programs:

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP);
PPL Operation Help; Public assistance (food stamps, medical assistance, cash assistance);
and FEMA Funding (housing and utility costs).

452 Penn Street
Pennsburg, PA 18073

Eligibility: Resident of Upper Perkiomen School District who meet income guidelines

Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm
Tuesday, 8:00am to 7:00pm

Tioga Bradford Housing & Redevelopment

Emergency Rental/Utility Assistance Program (ERAP)

Program provides rental and utility assistance to residents who have experienced job loss or a reduction in annual income due to COVID-19 pandemic.

112 Dorsett Heights
Mansfield, PA 16933

Eligibility: Tioga County renters or landlords. Must document a reduction in annual income related to COVID-19 since March 12, 2020 or qualify for unemployment benefits or incurred significant financial hardship due to Covid-19. Must meet area median income guidelines.

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

Trehab Community Action Agency

Utility Mediation Program

Provides utility assistance and/or mediation services available for eligible clients experiencing difficulty with utility payments. Intensive follow-up and referral services are provided. Available programs for assistance include:

Penelec Customer Assistance Program allows for a lower monthly bill based on this income.

PPL ON Track Payment Program offers a lower fixed monthly payment for electric bills. PPL will also forgive a portion of payment debt over 18 months as long as OnTrack payments are made on-time each month, at the end of 18 months the overdue balance will be $0. Do not need an overdue bill to qualify.

5 Crackerjack Lane
Mehoopany, PA 18629

Eligibility: Penelec and PPL customers. Income guidelines apply.

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 7:00am to 5:00pm

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Tri County Community Action

Energy Assistance

Assists with applying for and to enroll in the OnTrack program through PPL. Provides energy savings education.

1514 Derry Street
Harrisburg, PA 17104

Eligibility: Call for information

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

Turn To Us

Autism Support

Provides financial assistance for medical and therapy expenses, utilities, and food. Also offers a sensory gym, emotional support, social events, and physical activities.

46 West Catawissa Street
Nesquehoning, PA 18240

Eligibility:

Individuals and families impacted by autism spectrum disorder or other sensory processing disorder
Residents of Carbon County and the Tamaqua area

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

United Neighborhood Centers of NEPA

Crisis Financial Intervention

Services include financial assistance for rent, utility/energy assistance, prescrption assistance, gasoline cards, State ID, birth certificates, bus tickets, and bus passes.

410 Olive Street
Scranton, PA 18509

Eligibility: Individuals and families who are facing food insecurities, utility crises, or who need help obtaining other basic needs.

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

United Way of Carlisle and Cumberland County

Heating Assistance

Provides limited assistance with heating fuel expenses. Families will receive the minimum delivery amount allowed by the provider and may be asked to contribute to payments/deliveries.

Individuals with a known history of financial mismanagement may be mandated to register with Maranatha Carlisle to qualify for assistance for this program.

145 South Hanover Street
Carlisle , PA 17013

Eligibility:

Residents of Boiling Springs, Carlisle, Gardners, Middlesex, Mount Holly Springs, New Kingstown, Newville, and Plainfield
Gross household income below 200% poverty level
If eligible for LIHEAP, must utilize that resource first

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

United Way Of Clarion County

Neighbor For Neighbor

Provides financial assistance for home primary heating costs from any source (gas, electric, coal, firewood, propane, fuel oil, etc.).

531 1/2 Main Street
Clarion, PA 16214

Eligibility: Households who live in the National Fuel territory, 55 years+, disability income, recent loss of income, medical emergency, veteran, working poor.

Hours: Hours may vary. Call for full details.

United Way of the Titusville Region

Intake & Case Management for Emergency Financial Crisis

Provides a complete intake for each household to determine what is needed to assist the emergency financial crisis. Referrals will be made and financial assistance may be given depending on need and availability of funds.

208 West Spring Street
Titusville, PA 16354

Eligibility: Full eligibility will be determined on intake.

Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:30am to 4:00pm; Friday, 8:30am to 1:00pm

United Way of Venango County

Neighbor For Neighbor

Provides financial assistance for home primary heating costs from any source (gas, electric, coal, firewood, propane, fuel oil, etc.).

1999 Allegheny Boulevard
Reno, PA 16343

Eligibility: Households who live in the National Fuel territory, 55 years+, disability income, recent loss of income, medical emergency, veteran, working poor.

Hours: Hours may vary. Call for full details.

Upper Dauphin Human Services

Family Services and Emergency Assistance

Provides family services and emergency assistance. Services include food bank, clothing, and some utility assistance.

727 Main Street
Lykens, PA 17048

Eligibility: Residents of Northern Dauphin County

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm
Food and Clothing Bank: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 11:00am and 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Urban League of Philadelphia

Utility Assistance

Serves as an intake site for UESF (Utility Assistance Grant) which provides financial assistance to low income individuals and families who are facing utility terminations or who have had their utilities shut off.

121 South Broad Street
6th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Eligibility: Residents of Philadelphia

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

USA Cares

Provides financial and advocacy assistance to post 9/11 active duty US military service personnel, veterans and their families. Assists all branches of service and all ranks and components. Financial assistance is not given directly to service members or their families; instead, payments are made to mortgage lenders, utility companies, and other vendors.

11760 Commonwealth Drive
Louisville, KY 40299

Eligibility: Post-9/11,OIF/OEF service members, veterans and their family members who are in financial crisis due to military service or circumstances beyond all personal control.

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

Utility Emergency Services Fund

Utility Grants

Provides financial assistance to low income individuals and families who are facing utility terminations or who have had their utilities shut off.

PECO, Philadelphia Gas Works, and the Philadelphia Water Department match each dollar provided by grant. This grant, in addition to the matching utility bill credit, and any contribution by the individual, must zero out the utility bill.

1608 Walnut Street
Suite 600
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Eligibility:

Shut-off notice or be off service for PECO, PGW or PWD
Residents of Philadelphia
Have not received a UGP grant in the past 24 months
During LIHEAP season, have applied for LIHEAP Cash and Crisis program first, before coming to UESF.
Owe an amount that is not in excess of the utility grant.
Be at or below 175% of Federal Poverty Level (determined at the time of application)

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm
Website and email available 24/7

Utility Emergency Services Fund

Oil Assistance Program

Provides direct oil assistance for low-income Philadelphia residents who are unable to afford the cost of an oil delivery. The maximum assistance available for this program is 200 gallons of oil; families are eligible for assistance once every 12 months.

1608 Walnut Street
Suite 600
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Eligibility:

Residents of Philadelphia
Have not received a fuel oil grant in the last 12 months
Have applied for LIHEAP when available
Be at or below 175% of the Federal Poverty Level (to be determined at the time of application)

Hours: Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm
Website and email 24/7.

Venango County Department of Human Services

Housing Department

Provides information or assistance for housing needs including transitional housing, shelters, landlords, security deposit assistance, rent and utility assistance, help with eviction notices, and a service coordinator.

1 Dale Avenue
Franklin, PA 16323

Eligibility: Call for full requirements needed for specific programming.

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

Vickie's Angel Foundation

Family Support Services

Provides people undergoing cancer treatment with financial assistance to cover non-medical expenses like rent/mortgage payments, car expenses, food, and utility bills.

511 Bridge Street
New Cumberland, PA 17070

Eligibility:

Individuals with cancer
Residents of Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Perry, Schuylkill and York Counties

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

Warren-Forest Counties Economic Opportunity Council

Utility Assistance

Offers a variety of energy and utility assistance programs that assist residents to lower utility bills, arrange forgiveness for unpaid past bills, and to benefit from other assistance resources. The Neighbor for Neighbor heat fund provides assistance to eligible older adults and people with disabilities in need of heating fuel.

1209 Pennsylvania Avenue West
Warren, PA 16365

Eligibility: Low income residents who want to lower utility bills. Call or visit website for more information and requirements.

Hours: Hours may vary. Call for more information.

Warren-Forest Counties Economic Opportunity Council

Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Providing rent and utilities assistance to those affected by COVID-19.

1209 Pennsylvania Avenue West
Warren, PA 16365

Eligibility: Must meet income guidelines and demonstrate individual was impacted by COVID-19 after March 13, 2020.

Hours: Call for more information.

Waynesboro Community and Human Services

Emergency Financial Assistance

Provides assistance for utility shut off or when utility is off, fuel oil, and prescriptions.

123 Walnut Street
Waynesboro, PA 17268

Eligibility: Residents of: Franklin county with Household Net Income within 125% of the Federal Poverty guidelines

Hours: Monday, Tuesday, and Friday, 9:00am to 3:00pm; Wednesday, 9:00am to noon; Thursday, 1:00pm to 6:00pm

Welfare Information Helpline

Information Helpline

Provides Welfare information about public assistance programs including cash, medical assistance, food stamps, and LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program).

625 Forster Street
Harrisburg, PA 17120

Eligibility: Specific income guidelines apply

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:45pm

YMCA of the Roses - York Branch

Community Services

Provides case management, a food pantry with curbside pickup, school supplies, clothing, and baby supplies. Also assists with applications for utility programs, LIHEAP, York County Assistance Office, and Dollar Energy. Volunteer opportunities available.

100 Constitution Avenue
Shrewsbury, PA 17361

Eligibility: Residents of zip codes 17313, 17321, 17327, 17402, 17403, and 17407

Hours: Food Pantry: Wednesday, 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Other Services: Tuesday, 4:00pm to 6:00pm; Thursday, 11:00am to 1:00pm; after-hours available by appointment.

York Benevolent Association

Heating Fuel Assistance January through March

Offers heating fuel assistance to York County residents who did not receive help during the previous year and who have already applied for LIHEAP assistance. Helps with oil, gas, propane, kerosene, wood and coal. Does not help with electric heat.

301 Kings Mill Road
York, PA 17401

Eligibility: Residents of York County. Low income.

Hours: By Appointment . Call 717-854-2494.

Indiana County Community Action Program
COMPASS Application for Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)

PASW Counties Using COMPASS for Emergency Rental Assistance Program
COMPASS Application for Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)

Venango County Department of Human Services
Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)

AGAPE
Financial Assistance

American Rescue Workers
Utility Assistance

Armstrong County Community Action of Pennsylvania
Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)

Associated Charities
Emergency Fuel Assistance

Bethany Church of the Nazarene
Helping Hands

Bob Perks Fund
Heating Fuel Payment Assistance

Boyertown Area Multi-Service
Energy Assistance

Bridge of Penn York Valley Churches
Emergency Financial Assistance Vouchers

Bucks County Government
Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) (BERA)

Carbon County Action Committee For Human Services
Utility Assistance

Catholic Charities Diocese of Allentown
Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Catholic Charities Diocese of Allentown
Community Support Program

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown
Blair County Fuel Bank

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Greensburg
Cooking and Heating Fuel Assistance

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Pittsburgh
Basic Needs Assistance - Utility Bills

Center for Community Action
GPU WARM PLUS - Mulitfamily

Center for Community Resources
Utility Assistance

Center for Community Resources
Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Center in the Park
Neighborhood Energy Center

Central Pennsylvania Community Action
Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Centre County Human Services- Office of Adult Services
Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)

Charitable Deeds and Services
Financial Assistance

Christ Among Neighbors
Financial Assistance for Basic Needs

Christian Assistance Network
Financial Assistance

Christian Awareness Ministries Ecumenical (C.A.M.E.)
Food Pantry and General Relief

Christian Churches United
Emergency Services Fuel

Citizens Against Physical, Sexual and Emotional Abuse
Cameron / Elk Coordinated Entry (General and Domestic Violence)

City of Reading
Rental and Utility Assistance

Community Action
Emergency Shelter and Rent Assistance

Community Action
Homeless Assistance Program

Community Action Agency of Delaware County (CAADC)
Fuel Assistance

Community Action Partnership for Somerset County
Heating Fuel Payment Assistance

Community Action Partnership of Mercer County
Neighbor for Neighbor Heat Fund

Community Services of Venango County
Utility Assistance

CONTACT Helpline
ERAP Hotline

Crawford County Mental Health Awareness Program
Community Support Services

CrossNet Ministries
Social Services

Cumberland County Housing and Redevelopment Authorities
Rental Assistance Program

Fayette County Community Action Agency
Dollar Energy Applications

First United Methodist Church - Reynoldsville
First United Methodist Church of Reynoldsville

Friend Inc. Community Services
Case Management

Fulton County Catholic Mission
Utility Assistance

Good Samaritan Center
Utility Payments

Grace Connection
Emergency Utility/Fuel Assistance

Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance
Benefits Access and Neighborhood Energy Center

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