Need help paying winter utility bills? A new program is available to New Yorkers.

The Home Energy Assistance Program, also known as HEAP, is a federal program offering financial assistance.

Valerie Ryan

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Nov 18, 2024, 11:38 AM

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Updated 4 days ago

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A program is helping ease the pain of utility costs during the winter months - and you may be eligible.

The Home Energy Assistance Program, also known as HEAP, is a federal program offering financial assistance from $21 to almost $1,000.

Eligibility is based on a number of factors, including:

Income;
Household size;
Primary heating source;
The presence of a household member who is under age 6, age 60 or older or permanently disabled.

HEAP representatives say a one-person household would be eligible if their monthly income was less than $3,322.

Applications are now open. You can apply online, in-person at a site, by mail or by phone at 718-557-1319.

The Mailing address is 1401, Church Street Station, New York, NY, 10008