Dec 1, 2025 · Overview The 2025-2026 Regular HEAP benefit is open December 1, 2025. What is the Regular Heating Benefit? The Regular Heating Benefit helps income-eligible New Yorkers pay the …

How do I Apply? Complete an application. A once-yearly payment applied directly to your heating or cooling utility bill.

Emergency HEAP opens January 2, 2026 and close April 7, 2026. To apply, contact your local Department of Social Services (DSS) office. You may also contact your HEAP Local District Contact …

Jan 30, 2026 · How Can You Apply for HEAP in 2026? The residents are required to visit the official portal of the Energy Assistance Program, where they check the eligibility, fill the necessary forms …

You can apply for HEAP Cooling Assistance Component benefit online, in person by visiting a HEAP office, or by telephone. HEAP Cooling Assistance Component benefit applications will be accepted …

Dec 9, 2025 · Households faced with a heat-related emergency, such as if your electric or natural gas heat is off or scheduled to be shut off, can apply for Emergency HEAP. Applications can be filed …

Jan 27, 2026 · Learn how to apply for HEAP in New York, who qualifies, and when Emergency HEAP benefits for 2025–26 begin.

The 2025-2026 HEAP Cooling Assistance Benefit is scheduled to open April 15, 2026. If you are eligible, you may receive one HEAP Cooling Assistance benefit per applicant household for the purchase and …

Applications dated June 1, 2026 – June 30, 2026, will be processed for PIPP, EPP and/or HWAP only. Customers seeking HEAP must submit a new application starting July 1.

The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is a federal grant program that helps income-eligible Metro New York residents pay their energy bills. In order to qualify, your household must be at or …