Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

HEAP application portal opening date has been postponed until further notice.

Please visit otda.ny.gov to have the most up to date information on the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) as funding continues to remain unavailable due to the Federal Government shutdown; eligible customers may apply once the portal reopens.

If your income falls within a certain range, you may receive one regular HEAP benefit per program year to help you pay for heating your home.

2025-2026 HEAP Benefit Gross Monthly Income Guidelines

Household Size	Maximum Gross Monthly Income
1	$3,473
2	$4,542
3	$5,611
4	$6,680
5	$7,749
6	$8,818
7	$9,018
8	$9,218
9	$9,419
10	$9,619
11	$9,820
12	$10,020
13	$10,221
14+	Add $687

Emergency HEAP Benefit

The 2024-2025 Emergency benefit is scheduled to open January, 2025.

If you are having your energy service shut off or are in danger of running out of fuel, you may be eligible for emergency benefits. The Emergency HEAP benefit can help you heat your home in a heat or heat-related emergency.

For more information, please contact your HEAP Local District Contact.