Home
1-25 of 112

HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM/HEAP | LIVINGSTON COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

* Processes applications for financial assistance for low-income individuals through the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP), which offers various benefit components such as: Regular benefit: Assists low-income individuals with the cost of heating their homes. Usually opens in November. Emergency benefit: Assists low-income individuals facing a heat or heat-related energy emergency. Heating equipment repair or replacement: Assists low-income homeowners repair/replace their furnaces. Heating Equipment Tune-Up: Provides equipment inspections and cleanings before the start of the heating season. Cooling Assistance: Provides cooling assistance service to HEAP-eligible households, including individuals with a documented medical condition exacerbated by heat.

What's Here

Heating Fuel Payment Assistance
Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Gas Service Payment Assistance
Electric Service Payment Assistance
Chimney Sweeping
Extreme Heat Cooling Programs
Appliances
Furnace Maintenance/Repair

HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HEAP) | SARATOGA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Provides financial assistance to help low-income households meet home energy costs.

Regular Benefits range from $20 to $500. Amounts depend on income, age of household members, energy costs, and shelter situation. Typically it is a one-time only benefit during the program year.

Emergency Benefits are available for persons who are eligible for HEAP and have an energy-related emergency, such as a power shutoff, less than tank oil, kerosene, or propane, or less than ten days' supply of wood, pellets, or coal. Applicant households must meet a resource test. Benefit amounts vary. Typically it is a one-time only benefit during the program year.

Heating Equipment Repair or Replacement Benefits are available to repair or replace a furnace, boiler, or other direct heating equipment necessary to keep the home's primary heating source working.

Cooling Assistance Benefits are available to purchase and install an air conditioner or a fan to help keep the home cool. To qualify, individuals must have already received a regular benefit greater than $21 and have a documented medical condition that is exacerbated by heat.

Clean and Tune Benefits are available to clean the household's primary heating equipment but may also include chimney cleaning, minor repairs, installation of carbon monoxide detectors or programmable thermostats, if needed, to allow for the safe, proper, and efficient operation of the heating equipment. Benefit amounts are based on the actual cost incurred to provide clean and tune services, up to a maximum of $400.

Seniors ages 60 and older can contact HEAP through the Office for the Aging at 518-884-4111 to request a mail-in application.

What's Here

Appliance Repair
Furnaces
Fans
Air Conditioners
Gas Service Payment Assistance
Heating Fuel Payment Assistance
Electric Service Payment Assistance

HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HEAP) - OTSEGO COUNTY OFFICE FOR AGING | OTSEGO COUNTY OFFICE FOR AGING & NY CONNECTS

If you are age 60 or older and do not receive SNAP benefits, staff can process your HEAP application between September and March each year.

What's Here

Heating Fuel Payment Assistance
Air Conditioners

HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HEAP) | MONTGOMERY COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Provides financial assistance to help low-income households meet home energy costs.

Regular Benefits range from $20 to $500. Amounts depend on income, age of household members, energy costs and shelter situation. Typically it is a one-time only benefit during the program year.

Emergency Benefits are available for persons who are eligible for HEAP and have an energy-related emergency such as a power shutoff, less than tank oil, kerosene or propane or have less than 10 days' supply of wood, pellets or coal. Applicant households must meet a resource test. Benefit amounts vary. Typically it is a one-time only benefit during the program year.

Heating Equipment Repair or Replacement Benefits are available to repair or replace a furnace, boiler, or other direct heating equipment necessary to keep the home's primary heating source working.

Cooling Assistance Benefits are available to purchase and install an air conditioner or a fan to help keep the home cool. Individuals must have already received a regular benefit greater than $21 and have a documented medical condition that is exacerbated by heat.

Clean and Tune Benefits are available to clean the household's primary heating equipment, but may also include chimney cleaning, minor repairs, installation of carbon monoxide detectors or programmable thermostats, if needed, to allow for the safe, proper, and efficient operation of the heating equipments. Benefit amounts are based on the actual cost incurred to provide clean and tune services, up to a maximum of $400.

What's Here

Gas Service Payment Assistance
Furnaces
Appliance Repair
Electric Service Payment Assistance
Air Conditioners
Fans
Heating Fuel Payment Assistance

SALVATION FAMILY THRIFT STORE - ONEONTA | SALVATION ARMY - OTSEGO COUNTY

Sells used clothing, furniture, household goods, book, toys etc. at bargain prices. Half-price sale on Wed. Accepts useable clean items. Does not accept paper items and magazines. Does not accept major appliances such as refrigerators, computers, stoves or washing machines.

What's Here

Kitchenware Donation Programs
General Clothing Provision
Thrift Shops
Furniture/Home Furnishings Donation Programs
Bedding/Linen Donation Programs
Small Kitchen Appliances
General Clothing Donation Programs

HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HEAP) | WARREN COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Provides financial assistance to help low-income households meet home energy costs.

Regular Benefits range from $20 to $500. Amounts depend on income, age of household members, energy costs and shelter situation. Typically it is a one-time only benefit during the program year.

Emergency Benefits are available for persons who are eligible for HEAP and have an energy-related emergency such as a power shutoff, less than tank oil, kerosene or propane or have less than 10 days' supply of wood, pellets or coal. Applicant households must meet a resource test. Benefit amounts vary. Typically it is a one-time only benefit during the program year.

Heating Equipment Repair or Replacement Benefits are available to repair or replace a furnace, boiler, or other direct heating equipment necessary to keep the home's primary heating source working.

Cooling Assistance Benefits are available to purchase and install an air conditioner or a fan to help keep the home cool. Individuals must have already received a regular benefit greater than $21 and have a documented medical condition that is exacerbated by heat.

Clean and Tune Benefits are available to clean the household's primary heating equipment, but may also include chimney cleaning, minor repairs, installation of carbon monoxide detectors or programmable thermostats, if needed, to allow for the safe, proper, and efficient operation of the heating equipments. Benefit amounts are based on the actual cost incurred to provide clean and tune services, up to a maximum of $400.

What's Here

Furnaces
Heating Fuel Payment Assistance
Appliance Repair
Fans
Air Conditioners
Electric Service Payment Assistance
Gas Service Payment Assistance

RURAL HOUSING SERVICE (RHS) - USDA | UNITED STATES RURAL DEVELOPMENT - CORTLAND SERVICE CENTER

Provides homeownership opportunities to rural Americans, and home renovation and repair programs.

What's Here

Home Rehabilitation Grants
USDA Rural Home Purchase Loan Programs
Home Rehabilitation Loans
Weatherization Programs
Furnaces
Roof Maintenance/Repair
Furnace Maintenance/Repair
Ramp Construction Services
Low Interest Loans

HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HEAP) | RENSSELAER COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Provides financial assistance to help low-income households meet home energy costs.

Regular Benefits range from $20 to $500. Amounts depend on income, age of household members, energy costs and shelter situation. Typically it is a one-time only benefit during the program year.

Emergency Benefits are available for persons who are eligible for HEAP and have an energy-related emergency such as a power shutoff, less than tank oil, kerosene or propane or have less than 10 days' supply of wood, pellets or coal. Applicant households must meet a resource test. Benefit amounts vary. Typically it is a one-time only benefit during the program year.

Heating Equipment Repair or Replacement Benefits are available to repair or replace a furnace, boiler, or other direct heating equipment necessary to keep the home's primary heating source working.

Cooling Assistance Benefits are available to purchase and install an air conditioner or a fan to help keep the home cool. Individuals must have already received a regular benefit greater than $21 and have a documented medical condition that is exacerbated by heat.

Clean and Tune Benefits are available to clean the household's primary heating equipment, but may also include chimney cleaning, minor repairs, installation of carbon monoxide detectors or programmable thermostats, if needed, to allow for the safe, proper, and efficient operation of the heating equipments. Benefit amounts are based on the actual cost incurred to provide clean and tune services, up to a maximum of $400.

What's Here

Heating Fuel Payment Assistance
Appliance Repair
Air Conditioners
Gas Service Payment Assistance
Furnaces
Fans
Electric Service Payment Assistance

HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM/HEAP | CAYUGA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

* Processes applications for financial assistance for low income individuals through the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP), which offers various benefit components such as: Regular benefit: assists low-income individuals with the cost of heating their homes. Regular HEAP applications: Open November 1, 2023. Emergency benefit: assists low-income individuals who are facing a heat or heat-related energy emergency. Emergency benefit applications: Open January 2, 2024. Heating equipment repair or replacement: assists low-income homeowners repair/replace their furnaces. Heating Equipment Repair or Replacement applications: Open all year round. Heating Equipment Tune-Up: provides equipment inspections and cleanings before the start of the heating season. Heating Equipment Tune-Up Component Applications: Open all year round. Cooling Assistance: provides cooling assistance service to HEAP-eligible households, including individuals with a documented medical condition exacerbated by heat. Cooling Assistance Applications: Open April 15, 2024.

What's Here

Heating Fuel Payment Assistance
Electric Service Payment Assistance
Appliances
Gas Service Payment Assistance
Chimney Sweeping
Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Furnace Maintenance/Repair
Extreme Heat Cooling Programs

HEAT ENERGY AND COOLING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - CHENANGO DSS | CHENANGO COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Provides financial help with heating and cooling for low-income households.

What's Here

Electric Service Payment Assistance
Air Conditioners
Fans
Heating Fuel Payment Assistance

DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES (DSS), TOMPKINS COUNTY - HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HEAP) | DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES (DSS), TOMPKINS COUNTY

Update October 2025- due to the ongoing government shutdown, the HEAP program is delayed until 11/17/2025. Check back for updatesHelps low-income households supplement high costs of home energy. Households may be eligible for; single annual benefit (regular HEAP) based on the household's method of heating emergency benefits benefits for heating repair and replacementWHERE to apply: TOMPKINS COUNTY DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES: Households receiving recurring Temporary Assistance or Food Stamps (SNAP) and anyone not meeting applicant requirements for County Office for the Aging. COUNTY OFFICE FOR THE AGING: Households with persons age 60 and over OR receiving SSI, Social Security Disability (SSD) or Veterans' Benefits, but not receiving recurring Temporary Assistance or SNAP (Food Stamps) benefits. Heating Equipment Repair/Replacement(HERR) open year roundHEAP Cooling funds 2025 opens 4/15/25-8/29/25 or until funds are exhaustedAir conditioning units dispersed on a first come-first served basis. Program ends in August or as soon as funds are depleted, whichever comes first.Households with these situations do not qualify for the program: have a working air-conditioner less than five years old received a HEAP funded air-conditioner in the last 5 years live in ineligible housing such as subsidized housing with heat included do not meet the medical or income guidelinesCall the DSS HEAP unit, 607-274-5264, for screening.

What's Here

Air Conditioners
Furnaces
Heating Fuel Payment Assistance

RURAL HOUSING SERVICE - USDA | UNITED STATES RURAL DEVELOPMENT - SCHOHARIE SERVICE CENTER

Gives families and individuals the opportunity to buy, build, or repair affordable homes located in rural areas. Eligibility for these loans, loan guarantees, and grants is based on income and varies according to the average median income for each area.

What's Here

Furnace Maintenance/Repair
Furnaces
Ramp Construction Services
Low Interest Loans
Home Rehabilitation Programs
Mortgage Payment Assistance
Septic System Inspection/Maintenance
Roof Maintenance/Repair
Water Well Construction/Maintenance/Abandonment Regulation
Weatherization Programs

ESSENTIAL PLAN COOLING PROGRAM - NEW YORK STATE OF HEALTH | NEW YORK STATE OF HEALTH

Provides eligible Essential Plan members a free air conditioner to help keep their homes cool. The air conditioner will be delivered and installed by an approved vendor. This program is available to Essential Plan members with persistent asthma, meaning they experience asthma symptoms (such as shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing attacks, chest tightness, or chest pain) much of the time or need a daily medication for asthma to control their symptoms.

What's Here

Air Conditioners

Habitat for Humanity ReStore South

Provides inexpensive new and used items to furnish or improve a home. Items include furniture, small and large appliances, housewares, building materials, hardware, tools, electrical materials and fixtures, plumbing fixtures and supplies, windows and doors, and more. Accepts donations of above items to be sold in the store; donations are tax deductible. Volunteer opportunities available.

What's Here

Building Materials / Supplies Donation Programs
Donation Pickups
General Furniture Provision
Tools / Equipment Donation Programs
Tools / Equipment
Household Goods
General Appliance Provision
Low Cost Building Materials / Supplies
Electronics / Small Appliance Donation Programs
Furniture / Home Furnishings Donation Programs
Small Kitchen Appliances

Saving Grace Outreach (Service Group)

What's Here

Kitchenware
Baby Furniture
Small Kitchen Appliances
General Clothing Provision
Formula / Baby Food
Appliance Donation Programs
General Furniture Provision
Baby Furniture Donation Programs
General Appliance Provision
Furniture / Home Furnishings Donation Programs
Baby Clothing
Electronics / Small Appliance Donation Programs
Homeless Shelter
Diapers
Thanksgiving Baskets
Holiday Gifts / Toys

Client Assistance Program - Society of St. Vincent De Paul

Program available to persons in need of appliances, furniture, household items, and/or clothing. Voucher can only be used at St. Vincent De Paul Store. Volunteers may not be available for all areas. Does not provide Financial, Rental, Utility, and/or Travel Assistance. ##REENTRY##

What's Here

Household Goods Vouchers
General Clothing Provision
General Appliance Provision
General Furniture Provision

Rural Outreach Center (The ROC) (Service Group)

What's Here

General Counseling Services
Resume Preparation Assistance
Case / Care Management
Job Search / Placement
Winter Clothing
School Supplies
Financial Literacy Training
Parent Support Groups
Kitchenware
General Appliance Provision
General Health Education Programs
General Furniture Provision
Play Therapy

The Essential Plan Cooling Program - New York State - Health Department

Provides eligible Essential Plan members with a free air conditioner on a first come, first serve basis until August 31st, 2025 or until funds run out.

What's Here

Air Conditioners

Pay It Forward (Service Group)

What's Here

General Clothing Provision
Christmas Baskets
Holiday Gifts / Toys
General Household Goods Donation Programs
Winter Clothing Donation Programs
Children's Clothing Donation Programs
Bedding / Linen
Children's Clothing
Small Kitchen Appliances
Furniture / Home Furnishings Donation Programs
Winter Clothing
General Clothing Donation Programs
Electronics / Small Appliance Donation Programs
Bedding / Linen Donation Programs
General Appliance Provision
Medical Equipment / Supplies
General Furniture Provision
Appliance Donation Programs

Chautauqua Opportunities for Development, Inc. (CODI) - Dunkirk

Focuses on creating asset development opportunities for both residents and entrepreneurs. Assists individuals in growing and investing in their communities by providing lending capital, training, consulting, technical assistance, seminars, workshops, and low-cost business rental space to new and existing businesses that would otherwise lack access to these services. Assists area residents in developing asset based thinking by providing financial literacy training, basic budgeting, and home appliance loans to combat predatory lenders. Loan programs and Cottage Industry Assistance Program target low to moderate income existing and prospective individuals. Chautauqua Microenterprise Loan Fund and the Women and Minority Microenterprise Loan Fund Programs help small businesses by providing small business start up and expansion loans. The small business incubator offers small businesses an opportunity to grow and stabilize with subsidies around rent, business services, and technical assistance. Program site serves as a Warming Center during times of excessive cold and as a Cooling Center during times of excessive heat. Always call ahead to make sure a Warming/Cooling Center is open before going there.

What's Here

Business Assistance Centers
Financial Literacy Training
Life Coaching
Air Conditioners
Personal Financial Counseling
Minority Business Financing
Freezers
Clothes Dryers
Refrigerators
Early Head Start
Case / Care Management
Small Business Financing
Extreme Heat Cooling Centers
Small Business Development
Organizational Consultation / Technical Assistance
Minority Business Development
Specialized Information and Referral
Community Based Preschools
Extreme Cold Warming Centers
Parenting Skills Classes
Mortgage Delinquency and Default Counseling
Washing Machines
Business Consulting Services
Ex-Offender Employment Programs
Microenterprise Financing
Stoves
Microenterprise Development / Support
Business Incubators
Life Skills Education

REVOLVING LOAN FUNDS AND LOAN PACKAGING - GREATER OPS | GREATER OPPORTUNITIES FOR BROOME AND CHENANGO, INC.

Low-interest loans for down payments, closing costs, repairs, and help securing USDA loans for purchases/repairs. Currently, amounts up to $10,000 may be borrowed starting at 3.5%, repayable over a period of up to 10 years. Other loan funds may also be available for additional purchase/repair assistance.

What's Here

Furnaces
Mortgage Payment Assistance
Home Rehabilitation Loans
Home Rehabilitation Grants
Furnace Maintenance/Repair
Roof Maintenance/Repair
Weatherization Programs

CNYVOC DONATION ROOM | CENTRAL NEW YORK VETERAN'S OUTREACH CENTER

Provides donated furniture, clothing, medical equipment, and household items for Veterans and their families.

What's Here

Small Kitchen Appliances
General Medical Equipment/Supplies Provision
Medical Supplies Donation Programs
General Clothing Provision
Furniture/Home Furnishings Donation Programs
General Appliance Provision
Appliance Donation Programs
General Furniture Provision
General Clothing Donation Programs

AFTER-HOURS HEATING EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HEAP) | HOMELESS AND TRAVELERS AID SOCIETY (HATAS)

Provides financial assistance to help low-income households meet home energy costs.

Regular Benefits range from $20 to $500. Amounts depend on income, age of household members, energy costs and shelter situation. Typically it is a one-time only benefit during the program year.

Emergency Benefits are available for persons who are eligible for HEAP and have an energy-related emergency such as a power shutoff, less than tank oil, kerosene or propane or have less than 10 days' supply of wood, pellets or coal. Applicant households must meet a resource test. Benefit amounts vary. Typically it is a one-time only benefit during the program year.

Heating Equipment Repair or Replacement Benefits are available to repair or replace a furnace, boiler, or other direct heating equipment necessary to keep the home's primary heating source working.

Cooling Assistance Benefits are available to purchase and install an air conditioner or a fan to help keep the home cool. Individuals must have already received a regular benefit greater than $21 and have a documented medical condition that is exacerbated by heat.

Clean and Tune Benefits are available to clean the household's primary heating equipment, but may also include chimney cleaning, minor repairs, installation of carbon monoxide detectors or programmable thermostats, if needed, to allow for the safe, proper, and efficient operation of the heating equipments. Benefit amounts are based on the actual cost incurred to provide clean and tune services, up to a maximum of $400.

What's Here

Heating Fuel Payment Assistance
Gas Service Payment Assistance
Electric Service Payment Assistance
Air Conditioners

HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HEAP) | ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

The HEAP program will reopen November 3, 2025 and will close April 7, 2026.

Provides financial assistance to help low-income households meet home energy costs.



Regular Benefits range from $20 to $500. Amounts depend on income, age of household members, energy costs and shelter situation. Typically it is a one-time only benefit during the program year.

Emergency Benefits are available for persons who are eligible for HEAP and have an energy-related emergency such as a power shutoff, less than tank oil, kerosene or propane or have less than 10 days' supply of wood, pellets or coal. Applicant households must meet a resource test. Benefit amounts vary. Typically it is a one-time only benefit during the program year.

Heating Equipment Repair or Replacement Benefits are available to repair or replace a furnace, boiler, or other direct heating equipment necessary to keep the home's primary heating source working.

Cooling Assistance Benefits are available to purchase and install an air conditioner or a fan to help keep the home cool. Individuals must have already received a regular benefit greater than $21 and have a documented medical condition that is exacerbated by heat.
Clean and Tune Benefits are available to clean the household's primary heating equipment, but may also include chimney cleaning, minor repairs, installation of carbon monoxide detectors or programmable thermostats, if needed, to allow for the safe, proper, and efficient operation of the heating equipments. Benefit amounts are based on the actual cost incurred to provide clean and tune services, up to a maximum of $400.Seniors ages 60 years and older can contact HEAP through the Department of Aging at 315-386-4730 to request a mail-in application.

What's Here

Appliance Repair
Furnaces
Air Conditioners
Fans
Utility Assistance

HELPING HANDS FURNITURE MINISTRY - THE BRIDGE | BRIDGE OF PENN YORK VALLEY CHURCHES

Furniture and other small household items are available with a voucher to those eligible (200% of poverty or less residing in the school districts of Sayre, PA; Athens, PA; or Waverly, NY). Call the Clearinghouse to determine eligibility. Donations of good used furniture, especially beds, mattresses, tables, chairs, and dressers.

What's Here

Small Kitchen Appliances
Furniture/Home Furnishings Donation Programs
General Furniture Provision
Appliance Donation Programs
Mattress Donation Programs
Beds
Mattresses