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HEAP provides Delaware County's eligible older population with financial help to pay home heating bills. HEAP assistance may be applied for by those 60+ yrs by calling and requesting a mail-in application.
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.
Thrift shop provides low cost apparel, bedding, linens, books, toys, games, kitchenware, small kitchen appliances, etc.Donations accepted. Does not accept upholstered furniture, mattress, television and computers.

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Bedding/Linen
Winter Clothing
Thrift Shop Support Volunteer Opportunities
Kitchenware
Volunteer Recruitment/Placement
Thrift Shops
Games
Sales/Cashier Volunteer Opportunities
Children's Clothing
Small Kitchen Appliances
General Clothing Provision
Provides heating assistance to income-tested households for cold weather emergencies. May be available 2x/year. Other components of the program are: cooling, clean & tune, HERR (Heating Equipment Repair/Replacement)HEAP AC Cooling program - 60+ or kids under age 6 who have received HEAP and have not received AC within 5 years auto qualify. If does not meet those qualifications but have a medical condition they need doctor order.

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Air Conditioners
Heating Fuel Payment Assistance
Gas Service Payment Assistance
Electric Service Payment Assistance
Provides air conditioning units to eligible individuals with documented medical conditions that are worsened by extreme heat.
Administers grants so eligible individuals can receive free air conditioners. Limited funding available.
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.

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

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

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

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 $675. 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 Department of Aging at 315-435-2362 to request a mail-in application.

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Appliance Repair
Utility Assistance
Fans
Furnaces
Air Conditioners
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. 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.

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Extreme Heat Cooling Programs
Utility Assistance
Air Conditioners
Appliance Repair
Carbon Monoxide Detectors

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.

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Appliance Repair
Utility Assistance
Furnaces
Air Conditioners
Fans
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is a Federally funded program that assists eligible households in meeting their home energy needs. If eligible, you may receive one regular HEAP benefit per program year and could also be eligible for emergency HEAP benefits if you are in danger of running out of fuel or having your utility service shut off. The 2024-2025 Regular HEAP benefit opened on November 1, 2024. The 2024-2025 First and Second Emergency is scheduled to open January 2, 2025. The 2024-2025 Heating Equipment Repair and Replacement benefit opened on October 1, 2024. The 2024-2025 HEAP Clean and Tune benefit opened on October 1, 2024. The 2024-2025 Cooling Assistance Benefit is schedule to open on April 15, 2025.

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Heating Fuel Payment Assistance
Electric Service Payment Assistance
Air Conditioners
Gas Service Payment Assistance
Provides a variety of donated food items, and other home goods to individuals and families who are in need within the community. Also offers emergency food when needed.

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General Appliance Provision
Formula / Baby Food
Food Pantries
Diapers
Works with income eligible households to improve the energy efficiency of the home. Furnace replacement, referrals and energy evaluations ensure the health and safety of homes. There is currently a waiting list for this program.
Provides air conditioning units to eligible individuals with documented medical conditions that are worsened by extreme heat.
Assists individuals with replacement of refrigerators, water heaters, and primary heating systems that have been compromised due to severe weather. May also be able to help with insulation. All appliances provided are high efficiency Energy Star. All work is performed by a network of participating contractors.

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Refrigerators
Freezers
Furnaces
Water Heaters
Works with income eligible households to improve the energy efficiency of the home. Furnace replacement, referrals and energy evaluations ensure the health and safety of homes. There is currently a waiting list for this program.
Provides used or new household items, clothes, toys and other items to low income residents. Also accepts donations of toys, clothes, household items, etc. If donating furniture please call first to check if there is a need, space is limited.

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General Appliance Provision
Electronics / Small Appliance Donation Programs
Bedding / Linen Donation Programs
General Clothing Donation Programs
Kitchenware Donation Programs
General Clothing Provision
Household Tools / Equipment Donation Programs

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Electronics / Small Appliance Donation Programs
Appliance Donation Programs
General Furniture Provision
General Appliance Provision
Occasional Medical Equipment / Supplies
Kitchenware
Bedding / Linen Donation Programs
Furniture / Home Furnishings Donation Programs
General Clothing Provision
Small Kitchen Appliances
Children's Clothing
Bedding / Linen
Kitchenware Donation Programs
Clothing Donation Programs
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 for receiving, pricing, and stocking donations; assisting customers on the sale floor and at the register; and also for merchandising and running pick-up and deliveries.

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Furniture / Home Furnishings Donation Programs
Donation Pickups
General Furniture Provision
General Appliance Provision
Low Cost Building Materials / Supplies
Electronics / Small Appliance Donation Programs
Tools / Equipment
Tools / Equipment Donation Programs
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.

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Furnaces
Furnace Maintenance/Repair
Home Rehabilitation Grants
Roof Maintenance/Repair
Mortgage Payment Assistance
Home Rehabilitation Loans
Weatherization Programs
* Processes applications for financial assistance for low-income individuals through the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP), which offers various benefit components Regular HEAP benefit: assists low-income individuals with the cost of heating their homes. Regular HEAP applications: Opened November 1, 2023 (Closing Date: April 12, 2024). Emergency HEAP benefit: assists low-income individuals facing a heat or heat-related energy emergency Opened January 2, 2024. Heating Equipment Repair or Replacement (HERR): assists low-income homeowners repair/replace their furnaces. Heating Equipment Repair or Replacement applications. Heating Equipment Clean & Tune: provides equipment inspections and cleanings before the start of the heating season. Heating Equipment Clean & Tune Component Applications. Cooling Assistance: provides cooling assistance (vendor-installed air conditioner or fan) to HEAP-eligible households. Must complete a paper Cooling Assistance Application. Opened April 15, 2024. Closing date: July 22, 2024.

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

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Furnaces
Air Conditioners
Appliance Repair
Fans
Electric Service Payment Assistance
Gas Service Payment Assistance
Heating Fuel Payment Assistance
* Assists military families coping with deployment and injury recovery as they struggle with devastating budget issues. Critical financial assistance is provided for the following services: Auto payment. Auto Repair. Child & dependent care. Dental. Food assistance. Essential home items. Medical. Moving & relocation. Rent & Mortgage. Travel & Transportation. Utilities. Vision Care. Home Repairs.

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Automotive Repair and Maintenance
Eye Care Expense Assistance
Food Vouchers
Child Care Expense Assistance
General Minor Home Repair Programs
Kitchenware
Rent Payment Assistance
Dental Care Expense Assistance
Mortgage Payment Assistance
Medical Care Expense Assistance
Gas Service Payment Assistance
Appliances
Moving Services
Electric Service Payment Assistance
Transportation Expense Assistance