Home Energy Assistance Program
Home Energy Assistance Program
The Regular and Emergency benefit components closed as of April 7, 2025. Mail-in applications postmarked on or before the closing date meet the deadline and will be processed.
How to apply
| Household Size | Monthly Gross Income |
|---|---|
| 1 | $3,322 |
| 2 | $4,345 |
| 3 | $5,367 |
| 4 | $6,390 |
| 5 | $7,412 |
| 6 | $8,434 |
| 7 | $8,626 |
| 8 | $8,818 |
| 9 | $9,010 |
| 10 | $9,201 |
| 11 | $9,393 |
| 12 | $9,585 |
| 13 | $9,952 |
| 14+ | Add $672 per person |
When a HEAP grant is received you will also be enrolled into the Statewide Low Income Program (SLIP)/Energy Affordability Program (EAP) which provides monthly bill discounts on gas delivery charges. The discount amount is based on the amount of the HEAP grant received. In addition, the account will be enrolled on the balanced billing program to help make winter bills more affordable.
| Tier | SLIP Tier Description | Discount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | HEAP grant less than or equal to $400 | $2.40 |
| 2.1 | HEAP grant is equal to $435 | $2.40 |
| 2.2 | HEAP grant is equal to $461 | $17.17 |
| 3 | HEAP grant is equal to $496 | $30.36 |
| 4 | DSS Direct Voucher enrolled customers | $17.99 |
Making Energy Affordable for Everyone: NYS Energy Affordability Program
Residential customers who aren’t HEAP income eligible may still be able to enroll in SLIP and receive a discount on their energy bills if they, or another person in their household, receives financial assistance from certain government or tribal programs. For more information about self-certification and how to apply, please click the link below.
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