What is HEAP? A federal program run by the state that helps with a once-yearly benefit to help pay off an electric or gas bill. Cleveland Public Power accepts HEAP payments.
Who is eligible?: Ohioans in households living at or below 175% federal poverty guidelines, or $48,562 for a family of four.
How to apply: Call or go online with your local . In Cuyahoga County, that鈥檚 Step Forward or CHN Housing Partners. You can also apply online at , or
What paperwork do you need? The same documentation as above.
HEAP Winter/Summer Crisis Programs:
What are these programs? They are branches of the HEAP program that are available once per winter (Nov. 1-March 31) and summer (July 1-Sept. 30).
Who is eligible? Ohioans in households living at or below 175% of the federal poverty guidelines. These guidelines are accurate through May 2023.
The Winter Crisis program additionally requires you to have been disconnected from your utility or have less than a 25% supply of bulk fuel in your tank.
The Summer Crisis program additionally requires you to have a household member who is either:
- 60 years of age and older
- Households who have a disconnect notice, have been shut off or are trying to establish new electric service.
How to apply: Contact your local . In Cuyahoga County, that鈥檚 Step Forward or CHN Housing Partners.
What paperwork do you need? Same as above with HEAP.