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Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)

Provides utility payment assistance, crisis support, and energy education to low-income Texas households facing high energy burdens.

Amount: Utility assistance up to $1,600 per component annually; crisis payments vary by situation Deadline: Applications accepted year-round through local Community Action Agencies Location: Texas

New York Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Provides grants to help low-income New Yorkers pay heating and cooling costs, avoid shutoffs, and make emergency repairs.

Type: Benefit Amount: Regular benefits $21–$976; emergency and equipment repair benefits up to $4,000 Deadline: Applications accepted seasonally; emergency assistance year-round Location: New York