The $1 Energy Fund Grant Program assists utility customers who meet income and payment eligibility guidelines with a $100-$500 grant applied directly to their utility bill. Program Dates: October 1 - November 29: open for services that are off or threat of termination only. December 2 - March 31: open for services that are off only. February 3 - February 28: open for services that are off or in threat of termination. To apply for Dollar Energy funds, the account holder must live in the home. The grant covers residential, single home or apartment service. "Cooking only", commercial, industrial or apartments with shared utility service are not eligible. Applicants can only receive one grant per utility, per program year (October 1st through September 28).

Online application available March, 8, 2020, 8:00am Federal Emergency Rental Assistance Program assists families struggling to make rental and utility (electric, water/sewer and trash, natural gas/propane/oil) payments.

COVID-19 UPDATES: Operating as normal for the time being (3/23). Offers aid with utility assistance and rental assistance.

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

Action Wellness Housing staff offer assistance to clients who are experiencing difficulty finding or maintaining housing. Staff provide a range of services and options to assist clients in securing and maintaining safe, affordable housing. Housing services include counseling, subsidized housing for homeless individuals with HIV Disease, and assistance applying for housing related benefits and entitlements.

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

Provides financial assistance to families who are in emergency situations. The assistance is in the form of gasoline assistance, clothing, furniture, emergency food vouchers, emergency travel assistance, help with rent and utilities and help with prescriptions. Also provides referrals to other agencies.

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

Financial assistance to help pay for gas service for low-income individuals.

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

Army Emergency Relief (AER) is a non-profit, charitable organization independent of, but closely associated with the United States Army. Army Emergency Relief helps US Army soldiers and their dependents, by providing 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. Under Army regulations, officers must recommend whether their soldiers deserve aid. Emergency Aid Help with emergency financial needs for:

• Rent/Mortgage
• Vehicle repair
• Emergency travel
• Utilities/Deposits
• Funeral expenses
• Food
• Non-receipt of pay
• Relocation travel
• Dependant dental
• Medical expenses
• Repair/Replacement of HVAC
• Repair/Replacement of major appliances
• Replacement vehicle
• Loss of funds
• Cranial helmets
• Essential furniture
• Car seats
• Rental vehicle

Loans up to $1000 do not require command recommendation, and there is no limit to the amount of funds Army Emergency Relief may authorize. Officers are responsible for ensuring that their soldiers repay AER loans. Scholarships Army Emergency Relief maintains two scholarship programs – the Spouse Education Assistance Program and the MG James Ursano Scholarship Program for dependent children. Both scholarships provide financial assistance for students who are pursuing their first undergraduate degree. Scholarship applications are accepted from 1 January to 1 May each year for assistance for the following academic year. Scholarship award amounts are not guaranteed and vary each year based on the total number of applicants in each program and budget amount allotted to the scholarship programs. Visit website for additional information.

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

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

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

Applications accepted from March 8-August 30, 2021 Federal Emergency Rental Assistance Program assists families struggling to make rental and utility (electric, water/sewer and trash, natural gas/propane/oil) payments.

Financial assistance for paying utility bills.

Financial assistance for paying utility bills.

Assists cancer patients with paying gas service bills.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Administers the Operation Help program which offer year round heating bill payment assistance (oil, electric and gas utilities) and security deposit waivers to PPL customers who qualify (low income and extreme hardship).

Case management services assist individuals with goal setting to help individuals and families to establish and sustain self-sufficiency. Referrals are made to the appropriate resources. Can provide housing and utility funds, budgeting and job search counseling and prescription assistance. Financial support with groceries for Puerto Rican evacuees

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

Catholic Charities will provide emergency fuel/utility assistance to residents of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown, depending on availability of funding. The definition of “emergency” is a circumstance that presents a serious, imminent threat to the health and safety of the household and the household has no other safe/viable heating options. 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
Based on level of need and availability of funding, eligible households may be able to receive fuel/utility financial assistance once during the 2010-11 winter season. Applications for home fuel will not be accepted until November 1, 2010. Exceptions may be granted for special circumstances. Utility (water, gas, electricity, etc.) assistance will be available at any time. Approved fuel/utility payments are made directly to the vendor, not the client. Catholic Charities is NOT able to assist with security deposits on utilities, or payments toward outstanding utility bills from previous addresses.

Catholic Charities will provide emergency fuel/utility assistance to residents of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown, depending on availability of funding. The definition of “emergency” is a circumstance that presents a serious, imminent threat to the health and safety of the household and the household has no other safe/viable heating options. 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

Based on level of need and availability of funding, eligible households may be able to receive fuel/utility financial assistance once during the 2010-11 winter season. Applications for home fuel will not be accepted until November 1, 2010. Exceptions may be granted for special circumstances. Utility (water, gas, electricity, etc.) assistance will be available at any time. Approved fuel/utility payments are made directly to the vendor, not the client. Catholic Charities is NOT able to assist with security deposits on utilities, or payments toward outstanding utility bills from previous addresses.

**May take up to 5 business days to receive a call back.** Provides financial assistance to low income residents to help pay security deposits, reconnect fees or their gas bills to prevent a shut off.

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

**May take up to 5 business days to receive a call back.** Provides Gas Bill Payment assistance for security deposits or overdue bills to avoid termination

Provides Gas Bill Payment assistance to avoid termination

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

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

Basic needs includes limited financial assistance for utilities including assistance through Dollar Energy and CAP programs.

Provides limited financial assistance towards rent and mortgage. Ongoing support and advocacy available to help the individual or family to reach their goals.

Programs and services include: - Food pantry; - Pregnancy preparation classes; - Supportive services for the homeless; - MA/CHIP application assistance; - Parenting cafe; - Coffee club In addition to the usual range of core services the Family Service Center in Chester has contracts through which services are provided to the community. These contracts are with the Office of Adult Services/Delaware County, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The programs funded focus on persons with AIDS who are in need of housing and programs to provide counseling and case management services to homeless individuals and families.

Provides benefits assistance for refugees.

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

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

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

Information and referral hotline to assist Butler County residents in resolving a home heating and energy crisis. Acts as a single point of contact for the many governmental, private and charitable funds that are available to address energy and related needs. Also provides weatherization and energy conservation information.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Provides emergency assistance with rent and utilities to those impacted directly or indirectly by COVID-19.

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

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

Provides rental assistance for residents that live within the City of Reading. Must have an eviction notice. Click here for application Provides utility assistance for residents that live within the City of Reading. Must have shut off notice. Provides one time help for low-income homeowners with their water, sewer, trash and recycling bills. See eligibility.

Offers a program to help customers with special needs to find ways to pay their utility bill.

Helps low-income residential customers lower the amount of electricity or natural gas used each month by installing energy saving features in the home to help reduce utility usage.

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

Reduced payments for low-income customers. Some financial assistance for low-income customers is available to cover the cost of a security deposit required for establishing utility service.

Offers financial assistance when a security deposit is required for establishing utility service. Grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis and may be sought only once during a 12 month program year.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Financial assistance in paying utility bills.

Financial assistance for payment of gas service for low-income.

Provides assistance to qualifying individuals who require help to prevent disconnection of a utility service or to pay overdue bills for any energy source.

Provides assistance and aid to families and individuals experiencing difficulty with their utility service.

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

Choice Food Pantry by appointment only. We ask that you email us at: pantryguest.communityreachinc@gmail.com to apply for food services. 717-244-6934 Curbside pickup.

• Information and Referral: Direct clients to available agencies and resources for assistance according to the need, plus other Community REACH, Inc. programming.
• Warm Program: Distribution of donated blankets, hats, gloves, scarves, socks, sweaters; as donations allow; each fall/winter.
• Programs for Children: Provide donated school supplies and backpacks in August for students' Back-to-School needs. Summer Kids Food Bag Program provides bag lunches during the summer months. Please call to sign up.
• Life Skills Training: Educational Classes will presume after COVID-19 crisis.
• Emergency assistance: Homeless, elderly, abused, or disaster-related situations are handled on a priority-need basis.

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

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

Provides Gas Bill Payment assistance to low income residents of Connellsville. Cannot provide fuel assistance.

Assists Beaver County residents with:

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

Provides supportive services to very low-income Veteran families living in or transitioning to permanent housing. May provide eligible Veteran families with outreach, case management, and assistance in obtaining VA and other benefits, which may include:

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

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

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

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

Administers Dollar Energy applications for electric, gas and water.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Distributes Dollar Energy applications for utility payment assistance

The S.A.F.E program provides emergency financial assistance. Program recipients also receive resources on saving, budgeting and living on a fixed income. S.A.F.E eases financial hardships by providing assistance with past due rent, new lease deposit and utility assistance.

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

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

Provides emergency financial assistance to those in need of rental assistance, utility assistance or heating assistance.

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

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

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

ELECTRICITY ASSISTANCE: Dollar Energy Fund 1. This fund is a First Energy program. 2. Once a year lump sum grant. 3. Must be unable to pay the bill due to an emergency situation (i.e. loss of employment, illness, divorce). 4. In order to qualify for a grant, applicants must contact First Energy. They will screen you for eligibility and refer you to GECAC if you qualify. HEATING ASSISTANCE: Neighbor-for-Neighbor Heat Fund 1. This fund is a National Fuel program. 2. Maximum of $500 per calendar year or $200 maximum for non-National Fuel customers. 3. Assistance is for overdue heat bills, to purchase fuel or to repair heating equipment. 4. Recipients need not be customers of National Fuel but must reside within National Fuel's service territory.

The NIF C-19 grant provides assistance in three program areas: housing stabilization, utilities, and basic needs. Qualifying applicants may apply for only one grant: 1.) rent - $1,000 max 2.) mortgage - $1,000 max 3.) property taxes - $1,000 max 4.) utilities (water, electricity, gas) - $1,000 max 5.) basic needs gift cards - $200 For bills, we will pay past due amounts and up to one month ahead, if needed, for a maximum total of $1,000.

Provides access to a variety of energy assistance programs so families can maintain their utility services, including Customer Assistance Program (CAP) and Customer Assistance and Referral Evaluation Service (CARES). CAP helps low-income, payment troubled customers of Duquesne Light establish manageable payment plans that enable them to maintain electric service and move them toward self-sufficiency. CARES assists customers who have had their electric services terminated or are at risk of having their service terminated. Also screens for Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and Dollar Energy Fund. If a person is homebound, they should leave a message with the requested information name and Duquesne Light account number-and request a home visit.

Provides access to a variety of energy assistance programs so families can maintain their utility services, including Customer Assistance Program (CAP) and Customer Assistance and Referral Evaluation Service (CARES). CAP helps low-income, payment troubled customers of Duquesne Light establish manageable payment plans that enable them to maintain electric service and move them toward self-sufficiency. CARES assists customers who have had their electric services terminated or are at risk of having their service terminated. Also screens for Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and Dollar Energy Fund. If a person is homebound, they should leave a message with the requested information name and Duquesne Light account number-and request a home visit.

Provides access to a variety of energy assistance programs so families can maintain their utility services, including Customer Assistance Program (CAP) and Customer Assistance and Referral Evaluation Service (CARES). CAP helps low-income, payment troubled customers of Duquesne Light establish manageable payment plans that enable them to maintain electric service and move them toward self-sufficiency. CARES assists customers who have had their electric services terminated or are at risk of having their service terminated. Also screens for Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and Dollar Energy Fund.

Provides access to a variety of energy assistance programs so families can maintain their utility services, including Customer Assistance Program (CAP) and Customer Assistance and Referral Evaluation Service (CARES). CAP helps low-income, payment troubled customers of Duquesne Light establish manageable payment plans that enable them to maintain electric service and move them toward self-sufficiency. CARES assists customers who have had their electric services terminated or are at risk of having their service terminated. Also screens for Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and Dollar Energy Fund.

Provides access to a variety of energy assistance programs so families can maintain their utility services, including Customer Assistance Program (CAP) and Customer Assistance and Referral Evaluation Service (CARES). CAP helps low-income, payment troubled customers of Duquesne Light establish manageable payment plans that enable them to maintain electric service and move them toward self-sufficiency. CARES assists customers who have had their electric services terminated or are at risk of having their service terminated. Also screens for Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and Dollar Energy Fund.

Provides access to a variety of energy assistance programs so families can maintain their utility services, including Customer Assistance Program (CAP) and Customer Assistance and Referral Evaluation Service (CARES). CAP helps low-income, payment troubled customers of Duquesne Light establish manageable payment plans that enable them to maintain electric service and move them toward self-sufficiency. CARES assists customers who have had their electric services terminated or are at risk of having their service terminated. Also screens for Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and Dollar Energy Fund.

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

As part of Holy Trinity's Community Outreach Program eligible participants of the Holy Trinity food pantry can receive limited emergency financial assistance to help with a rent, electric bill, gas bill or heating bill payment. If not a client of the pantry, we ask for a copy of a shut off notice, eviction notice, etc. Provides between $50 - $200 in assistance once within a 6 month period. Call 570-828-7411 for information and application for service.

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

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

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

Processes Dollar Energy applications for electric service.

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

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

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

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

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

Serves people living in the Avon Grove School District, Unionville Chadds Ford School District, and Kennett Consolidated School District. Some services are available to our neighbors in Oxford School District if the household is facing eviction or is currently experiencing homelessness. The Emergency Assistance Program program offers the following services for those currently living in our service area: •financial assistance for rent, utility bills, and other basic living expenses •housing assistance to those who are experiencing homelessness •connecting those in need with a partner agency that will best assist them •laundry and shower facilities -- DUE TO COVID-19 THE SHOWER AND LAUNDRY SERVICES ARE CURRENTLY CLOSED. Our Emergency Loan Program is offered to individuals that need a stopgap solution. •provides a short-term 0% interest loan •up to $500 •for auto repairs, rent assistance, tuition and other needs •must be paid back within six months •helps to build credit •To qualify, proof of income and other documentation is required

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

Provides emergency relief for bills before termination or eviction

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

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

Food assistance

• Energy assistance
• Referrals
• Counseling
• Programs for children/WIC
• Educational
• Holiday adoptions
• Ready2learn
• Summer Day Camp

- Provides a one-time payment of up to $500 per household that may not be extended as credit and excludes payment of arrears and penalty, maintenance, security deposits, or installment fees. - Provides a one-time payment of up to $500 per household annually to qualifying individuals ages 60 or older with no implementation of copayment based on gross household income. - Assist individuals in planning for heating needs through financial planning education and energy conservation and weatherizing resources to alleviate heating crisis in the future. - The program closes annually on March 31st or at the exhaustion of funding availability.

Utility Assistance

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