📚 Community Safety Net

Don't face a shut-off notice
alone.

Federal and state assistance programs exist to protect your community — but most people don't know about them or where to start. We've compiled every active program, with deadlines, and will guide you through eligibility for free.

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7 States: MD, IL, PA, DE, NJ, VA, NY
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$0 to Apply — Free Navigation
Federal & State Programs
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Community-First Approach

LIHEAP Closing Dates Are Here

Once LIHEAP funding runs out, the window closes until next season. These deadlines are real — don't miss them.

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May 8
2026 Deadline
Pennsylvania LIHEAP
Heating grants $200–$1,000. Crisis assistance for shut-off notices. Apply immediately — funding is first-come, first-served.
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Apr 15
2026 Peak Season
Illinois LIHEAP
Help Illinois Families program. Applications peak around April 15, 2026. Benefits applied directly to your utility account.
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Mar 31
2026 Deadline
Delaware LIHEAP
Applications close March 31, 2026. Maximum heating benefit $2,464. This is the last window — apply before funding closes.
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Maryland Solar Access Program also open through June 5, 2026. See Maryland programs →

Programs That Can Help You Right Now

These are real, active government programs. Most people who qualify have never applied — because no one told them they could.

LIHEAP — Energy Assistance

Federal

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. Helps cover heating and cooling bills for eligible households. Benefits applied directly to your utility account. PA closes May 8 · IL peaks Apr 15 · DE closes Mar 31.

✅ Income-based eligibility  ·  Apply annually  ·  All 7 states

Illinois Solar for All (ILSFA)

State — IL

Free or deeply discounted solar installations for income-eligible Illinois residents, small businesses, and non-profits. Guaranteed 50% savings on electricity bills. Zero upfront capital — this is a grant.

✅ Illinois residents  ·  Income + location-based  ·  See IL programs →

Maryland Solar Access Program

State — MD

Open through June 5, 2026. Grants for income-eligible households and qualifying organizations. Houses of Worship and 501(c)(3)s are expressly targeted. OHEP/MEAP also provides Arrearage Retirement grants up to $2,000.

✅ Maryland residents  ·  Deadline June 5, 2026  ·  See MD programs →

Weatherization Assistance

Federal

Free home energy upgrades — insulation, air sealing, heating system improvements — for eligible households. Average benefit over $6,500 in improvements. Available in all 7 states.

✅ Income-based  ·  Homeowners & renters eligible

NJ SuSI — Solar Incentive Program

State — NJ

Homeowners and eligible organizations earn $85 per SREC-II generated for 15 years. Plus Universal Service Fund (USF) monthly credits for income-eligible households.

✅ NJ residents  ·  See NJ programs →

NY-Sun Solar Incentive

State — NY

Upfront solar rebates up to $0.80/watt (capped at $20,000) for low-income customers. Regular & Emergency HEAP prevents utility shut-offs. Available through NYSERDA.

✅ NY residents  ·  See NY programs →

Virginia EAP — Energy Assistance

State — VA

Virginia's Energy Assistance Program covers fuel, crisis intervention for shut-off notices, and cooling assistance. Plus Virginia Energy Sense rebates for solar and efficiency upgrades.

✅ VA residents  ·  See VA programs →

Community Solar Subscriptions

7 States

Subscribe to a local solar farm and receive credits on your electric bill — no roof installation required. Available to renters and homeowners in all 7 states. Save 10–20% on electricity.

✅ All utility customers  ·  No credit check  ·  No installation

Delaware LIHEAP 2026

⚠ Closes Mar 31

Applications close March 31, 2026. Maximum heating benefit $2,464. DEA solar incentives often bundled with weatherization for qualifying households. Apply immediately.

✅ Delaware residents  ·  See DE programs →

PA SRECs & LIHEAP

⚠ Closes May 8

Pennsylvania LIHEAP closes May 8, 2026. Heating grants $200–$1,000. PA also has an active SREC market for solar income plus deregulated energy brokerage to reduce supply rates.

✅ PA residents  ·  See PA programs →

Lifeline Program

Federal

FCC program providing monthly discounts on phone and internet service for qualifying low-income consumers. Up to $9.25/month discount, more for Tribal lands.

✅ Income or program-based eligibility  ·  Renew annually

Emergency Utility Assistance

Federal / State

State-administered emergency utility and rental assistance for households facing shut-off or eviction. Availability varies by state — we'll identify and help you apply for your state's specific programs.

✅ Eligibility varies by state  ·  Crisis situations prioritized

We Handle the Hard Part

Government programs have paperwork, deadlines, and eligibility rules that can be confusing. That's where we come in.

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Share Your Situation
Fill out our simple form — name, email, state, and which programs interest you. That's it.
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We Check Your Eligibility
Our team cross-references your info with current program rules and identifies what you qualify for.
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You Get a Personalized Guide
We send you a step-by-step guide with direct application links for each program you're eligible for.
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We Support Your Application
If you need help filling out forms or understanding requirements, we're available by phone and email.

Our Community Impact

Helping communities across 7 states access the benefits they've earned.

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Most people who qualify for assistance programs have never applied — simply because no one walked them through it. We will. Fill out the form and we'll handle the rest.

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If the application process is confusing, our team can walk you through it personally.

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The Safety Net Exists. Claim It.

LIHEAP, solar grants, utility assistance — these programs were funded for you. Most people who qualify have never applied. Don't leave money on the table.

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