Program

LIHEAP Cash Grants

Verified · October 23, 2026 Deadline soon — check dates

Organization: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (PA DHS)
Hours: LIHEAP Hotline: Monday through Friday
Who qualifies: Pennsylvania households, renters and homeowners, whose income meets the LIHEAP limits for their household size. A household includes all children and adults who live at the residence, all relatives rooming at the residence, and all unrelated people rooming at the residence who share household expenses. You do not need to be on another public assistance program or have unpaid heating bills to qualify.
Income limits: Maximum annual income effective February 1, 2026: HH1 $23,940; HH2 $32,460; HH3 $40,980; HH4 $49,500; HH5 $58,020; HH6 $66,540; HH7 $75,060; HH8 $83,580; HH9 $92,100; HH10 $100,620; for every additional person add $8,520. DHS states financial eligibility as income at or below 150 percent of the Federal Poverty Limit. Cash grant amount: $200 to $1,000 based on household size, income, and fuel type; one cash grant per LIHEAP season.
How to apply: Apply for LIHEAP online at dhs.pa.gov/COMPASS or by calling 1-866-550-4355. For questions, call the LIHEAP Hotline at 1-866-857-7095 (Monday through Friday; individuals with hearing impairments can call 711) or contact your local County Assistance Office (CAO). You do not need to know your own eligibility to apply.
Cost: LIHEAP assistance does not need to be paid back.
Last verified: October 23, 2026