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Community Services

How can I apply for HEAP?

With one Energy Assistance Application, you may apply for several federally or state-funded energy assistance programs administered by the Office of Community Services: the Home Energy Assistance Program ( HEAP), the Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program ( E-HEAP), and the Percentage of Income Payment Plan for ( PIPP).The Energy Assistance Application can also be used to apply for the Home Weatherization Assistance Program (HWAP).

Energy Assistance Application (pdf)

APLICACION PARA LOS PROGRAMAS DE ENERGIA PARA (pdf)

How can I check the status of my HEAP application?

Call HEAP toll-free at 1-800-282-0880
TDD 1-800-868-1557

or Click Here  to inquire about your HEAP Benefit

How can I apply for Emergency HEAP?

A special component of the HEAP is the Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program (E-HEAP). The E-HEAP is administered by the local delegate agencies. To locate your local E-HEAP provider,   Click Here

How can I apply for PIPP?

When applying for an Emergency HEAP benefit, customers must also enroll in PIPP or another payment plan. The Combined Energy Assistance Application must be completed at the local agency. The agency staff will forward the necessary information for PIPP enrollment for your main heating source and electric service, as appropriate. To locate your local E-HEAP provider, Click Here

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