Still Time for PGW Customers to Apply for Up to $1,000 to Pay Heating Costs
Posted on:Feb 20, 2025A Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) grant could cover a PGW customer’s heating costs for an entire winter
PHILADELPHIA (February 19, 2025) – Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW) is reminding families, students, Philadelphia renters and homeowners that there is still time to apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program- LIHEAP to receive up to $1,000 in free money for their PGW natural gas bills. If a customer’s service has been terminated, or is in danger of termination, they could receive up to an additional $1,000 via LIHEAP’s Crisis program.
LIHEAP grants do not have to be repaid. The LIHEAP application period ends when funds run out or on Friday, April 4, 2025. Since the grant period opened in November, PGW has successfully processed more than 25,000 LIHEAP applications with more than $6 Million awarded to its customers to date.
Here are four easy ways to apply for LIHEAP.
- Text the word “CASH” to 77037 to receive an application.
- Download a LIHEAP application at pgworks.com/liheap.
- Visit a Neighborhood Energy Center to receive in-person guidance and payment assistance counseling. A list of Neighborhood Energy Centers can be found here.
- Visit the Pennsylvania LIHEAP Assistance Office at 1163. S. Broad St. or online.
Applicants must have a household income at or below 150 percent of the Federal Poverty Level to meet LIHEAP eligibility requirements. Eligibility guidelines are listed below and available here.
“All of our customers deserve access to affordable, safe, and reliable natural gas service without compromising their basic needs. Many Philadelphians are eligible for this money, that is free – don’t leave money on the table this winter,” said Denise Adamucci, Senior Vice President, Customer and Regulatory Affairs at PGW. “We are committed to easing the financial energy burden on hardworking Philadelphians. Please share this valuable information with family, friends, and neighbors who may benefit from the LIHEAP grant as we experience the cold of winter,” added Adamucci.
Customers enrolled in PGW’s Customer Responsibility Program (CRP) can also apply for LIHEAP for even more assistance with heating bills.
Prefer to apply in person or learn more about your eligibility for LIHEAP? Customers can visit any Neighborhood Energy Center across Philadelphia for help with applying for LIHEAP or learning about other heating assistance programs.
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