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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

Maryland Energy Assistance Program (MEAP)

Helps low-income Maryland households pay home heating bills through direct grants, budget counseling, and crisis intervention.

Type: Benefit Amount: Annual heating grants $150–$2,400 depending on fuel type and income Deadline: Applications accepted year-round; funding prioritized October–May Location: Maryland

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

Pennsylvania Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Provides cash, crisis, and weatherization grants to help Pennsylvania households afford heating costs and resolve energy emergencies.

Type: Benefit Amount: Cash grants $300–$1,000; crisis benefits up to $1,000 per season Deadline: Season typically runs November–April; crisis assistance available until funds are exhausted Location: Pennsylvania