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PARISH CONFERENCE AT MARY IMMACULATE-BELLPORT | PARISH CONFERENCE AT MARY IMMACULATE-BELLPORT
Provides basic services including home visits, furniture, clothing, food and occasionally financial support.
Provides basic services including home visits, furniture, clothing, food and occasionally financial support.
What's Here
Undesignated Temporary Financial Assistance
Food Pantries
General Furniture Provision
General Clothing Provision
Friendly Visiting
PARISH CONFERENCE AT ST. FRANCES CABRINI-CORAM | PARISH CONFERENCE AT ST. FRANCES CABRINI-CORAM
Provides basic services including home visits, furniture, clothing, food and occasionally financial support.
Provides basic services including home visits, furniture, clothing, food and occasionally financial support.
What's Here
Undesignated Temporary Financial Assistance
Food Pantries
General Furniture Provision
General Clothing Provision
Friendly Visiting
FRANKLIN COMMUNITY DISTRIBUTION CENTER | FRANKLIN COMMUNITY CENTER
The Franklin Free Store Donation Center provides the community with a place where people can donate their gently used clothing and household items. These donations are then made available at no cost to people in need.
The Franklin Free Store Donation Center provides the community with a place where people can donate their gently used clothing and household items. These donations are then made available at no cost to people in need.
What's Here
General Furniture Provision
Thrift Shops
ROOTS AND WINGS THRIFT STORE - NORWICH | CATHOLIC CHARITIES, CHENANGO COUNTY
Resells used donated clothing and small household goods.
Resells used donated clothing and small household goods.
What's Here
Kitchenware Donation Programs
Bedding/Linen Donation Programs
Clothing Donation Programs
General Clothing Provision
Bedding/Linen
Furniture/Home Furnishings Donation Programs
Thrift Shops
Kitchenware
RESTORE PROGRAM | GREATER ROCHESTER HABITAT FOR HUMANITY INC
* Administers three retail home improvement outlets open to the public. New and gently-used furniture, appliances, lighting fixtures, and building materials at low cost. Accepts donated items for drop off or pick-up. Money received from sales supports Habitat for Humanity home-building program.
* Administers three retail home improvement outlets open to the public. New and gently-used furniture, appliances, lighting fixtures, and building materials at low cost. Accepts donated items for drop off or pick-up. Money received from sales supports Habitat for Humanity home-building program.
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Appliances
Low Cost Building Materials/Supplies
THRIFT STORE | GENEVA CENTER OF CONCERN
* Offers low-priced used clothing, furniture, household items and personal care products. Bedding, towels for new residents or emergency/disaster situations. * Provides vouchers for thrift store items with referrals from local agencies.
* Offers low-priced used clothing, furniture, household items and personal care products. Bedding, towels for new residents or emergency/disaster situations. * Provides vouchers for thrift store items with referrals from local agencies.
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Household Goods Vouchers
Personal/Grooming Supplies
General Clothing Provision
General Furniture Provision
Diapers
Bedding/Linen
Thrift Shops
Clothing Vouchers
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.
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
Bedding/Linen Donation Programs
Small Kitchen Appliances
Furniture/Home Furnishings Donation Programs
Thrift Shops
General Clothing Donation Programs
General Clothing Provision
Kitchenware Donation Programs
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.
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
General Furniture Provision
Mattress Donation Programs
Small Kitchen Appliances
Beds
Mattresses
Furniture/Home Furnishings Donation Programs
Appliance Donation Programs
ROOTS AND WINGS FOOD PANTRY - NORWICH | CATHOLIC CHARITIES, CHENANGO COUNTY
Food pantry available to people in need (Chenango County residents only with proof of address).
Food pantry available to people in need (Chenango County residents only with proof of address).
What's Here
Food Pantries
General Furniture Provision
Kitchenware
Bedding/Linen
Christmas Baskets
General Clothing Provision
CARE NET PREGNANCY CENTER OF CANANDAIGUA | CARE NET PREGNANCY CENTER OF CANANDAIGUA
* Offers free pregnancy tests and options counseling in a non-judgmental setting.* Provides parenting classes, earning points for items in their boutique with class attendance. Stocks a boutique with various items like clothes, toys, strollers, high chairs, and shoes.* Operates a Diapers, Wipes, and Formula program for weekly supplies.* Hosts post-abortive healing classes facilitated by trained counselors to support individuals grieving after an abortion.
* Offers free pregnancy tests and options counseling in a non-judgmental setting.* Provides parenting classes, earning points for items in their boutique with class attendance. Stocks a boutique with various items like clothes, toys, strollers, high chairs, and shoes.* Operates a Diapers, Wipes, and Formula program for weekly supplies.* Hosts post-abortive healing classes facilitated by trained counselors to support individuals grieving after an abortion.
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Baby Clothing
Formula/Baby Food
Postabortion Support Groups
Pregnancy Counseling
Pregnancy Testing
Baby Furniture
Personal/Grooming Supplies
Parenting Skills Classes
Diapers
ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS - TIOGA COUNTY | TIOGA COUNTY HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Social Services promotes self-sufficiency by providing financial and social services to eligible County residents.Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs) are SNAP recipients aged 18-64 who are able to work and don't have a dependent child in their household. They can only receive SNAP benefits for a limited time (3 months in a 36-month period) unless they meet certain work requirements or have an exemption. These work requirements generally involve working or participating in a work program for at least 20 hours per week (80 hours per month). These requirements will not go into effect until FebruaryThere have been a lot of "skimming" problems with EBT cards - it is recommended that people lock their cards if they are not using them and unlock when they go to use them.Below is the link to the EBT Skimming Scam - there is a way to lock EBT cards and this link lets clients know how to do it.EBT Scam Alert | OTDA
Social Services promotes self-sufficiency by providing financial and social services to eligible County residents.Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs) are SNAP recipients aged 18-64 who are able to work and don't have a dependent child in their household. They can only receive SNAP benefits for a limited time (3 months in a 36-month period) unless they meet certain work requirements or have an exemption. These work requirements generally involve working or participating in a work program for at least 20 hours per week (80 hours per month). These requirements will not go into effect until FebruaryThere have been a lot of "skimming" problems with EBT cards - it is recommended that people lock their cards if they are not using them and unlock when they go to use them.Below is the link to the EBT Skimming Scam - there is a way to lock EBT cards and this link lets clients know how to do it.EBT Scam Alert | OTDA
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Summer Food Service Programs
Medicaid Appeals/Complaints
Health Care Discount Enrollment Programs
Rent Payment Assistance
Disaster Related Cash Grants
Heating Fuel Payment Assistance
Undesignated Temporary Financial Assistance
Food Stamps/SNAP Applications
General Relief Applications
Food Stamps/SNAP Appeals/Complaints
Electric Service Payment Assistance
At Risk/Homeless Housing Related Assistance Programs
Air Conditioners
Medicaid Applications
Homeless Motel Vouchers
TANF Applications
Burial/Cremation Expense Assistance
Dental Prosthodontics
Welfare Rights Assistance
ANGEL CARE MINISTRY | ST. MARIANNE COPE ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH
* Provides diapers, blankets, and Pack-n-Plays.
* Provides diapers, blankets, and Pack-n-Plays.
What's Here
Bedding/Linen
Diapers
Baby Furniture
OUTREACH SERVICES - OPEN DOOR MISSION | TIOGA COUNTY OPEN DOOR MISSION
Provides emergency and regular food, rent, utility and prescriptions assistance to those in need in Owego Village area. Emergency food delivery to anyone 65+ who is housebound or disabled and resides in Owego Village area.
Provides emergency and regular food, rent, utility and prescriptions assistance to those in need in Owego Village area. Emergency food delivery to anyone 65+ who is housebound or disabled and resides in Owego Village area.
What's Here
Rental Deposit Assistance
General Clothing Provision
School Supplies
Cleaning Products
Electric Service Payment Assistance
Prescription Expense Assistance
Rent Payment Assistance
Automobile Insurance Payment Assistance
Winter Clothing
Food Pantries
Automotive Repair and Maintenance
General Furniture Provision
CARE CORNER | NEW HOPE FAMILY SERVICES
Provides maternity clothing, baby formula, diapers, and baby clothing. Offers car seats, strollers, pack and play, and some other baby furniture/accessories, when available.
Provides maternity clothing, baby formula, diapers, and baby clothing. Offers car seats, strollers, pack and play, and some other baby furniture/accessories, when available.
What's Here
Baby Clothing Donation Programs
Baby Furniture
Child Passenger Safety Seats
Baby Clothing
Diapers
Maternity Clothing
Formula/Baby Food
Baby Furniture Donation Programs
Maternity Clothing Donation Programs
EMERGENCY SERVICES | CATHOLIC CHARITIES STEUBEN/LIVINGSTON
*Provide direct assistance to low-income individuals and families by providing case management services through a series of assessments. Assistance based on need and includes rent, security deposit, mortgage, utilities (such as gas, electric, heating, water, and sewer), auto insurance and repairs, personal hygiene items, diapers and wipes, furniture, as well as gasoline and bus passes for employment-related services. * Provides information and referrals to the appropriate resources or agencies. * Provides personal financial counseling.
*Provide direct assistance to low-income individuals and families by providing case management services through a series of assessments. Assistance based on need and includes rent, security deposit, mortgage, utilities (such as gas, electric, heating, water, and sewer), auto insurance and repairs, personal hygiene items, diapers and wipes, furniture, as well as gasoline and bus passes for employment-related services. * Provides information and referrals to the appropriate resources or agencies. * Provides personal financial counseling.
What's Here
Personal/Grooming Supplies
Diapers
Mortgage Payment Assistance
Undesignated Temporary Financial Assistance
Water Service Payment Assistance
Personal Financial Counseling
Rent Payment Assistance
Heating Fuel Payment Assistance
Electric Service Payment Assistance
Automotive Repair and Maintenance
Transitional Case/Care Management
Sewer Service Payment Assistance
Transportation Expense Assistance
Gas Service Payment Assistance
General Furniture Provision
FINGER LAKES PREGNANCY CARE | FINGER LAKES PREGNANCY CARE
Services include free self-administered pregnancy tests; referrals for a free onsite ultrasound confirmation (if onsite test is positive); pregnancy options consultations including abortion information, education, and resources; pregnancy and parenting classes, material aid, and more
Services include free self-administered pregnancy tests; referrals for a free onsite ultrasound confirmation (if onsite test is positive); pregnancy options consultations including abortion information, education, and resources; pregnancy and parenting classes, material aid, and more
What's Here
Baby Furniture
Home Pregnancy Test Kits
Adoption Counseling and Support
Clinical Pregnancy Tests
Formula/Baby Food
Sexual Abstinence Education Programs
Adult Mentoring Programs
Parenting Skills Classes
Pregnancy Counseling
Pre-Abortion Counseling
Diapers
Baby Clothing
Maternity Clothing
HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - BROOME COUNTY DSS | BROOME COUNTY SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
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.
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.
What's Here
Heating Fuel Payment Assistance
Electric Service Payment Assistance
Gas Service Payment Assistance
Air Conditioners
DOWNTOWN EMERGENCY FOOD PANTRY | CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF ONONDAGA COUNTY
Provides a food pantry for individuals in need.
Provides a food pantry for individuals in need.
What's Here
Cleaning Products
Fresh Food
Personal/Grooming Supplies
Food Pantries
EMPOWER + - NYSERDA | NEW YORK STATE ENERGY RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Provides no-cost energy efficiency solutions for those who are income-eligible.Will do furnace replacement in no heat situations - must qualify
Provides no-cost energy efficiency solutions for those who are income-eligible.Will do furnace replacement in no heat situations - must qualify
What's Here
Freezers
Refrigerators
Furnaces
Alternative Energy Sources Development/Use
Residential Energy/Water Conservation Rebates
Weatherization Programs
Residential Energy/Water Conservation Systems/Devices
Energy Use Audits
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.
* 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
Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Chimney Sweeping
Appliances
Gas Service Payment Assistance
Electric Service Payment Assistance
Heating Fuel Payment Assistance
Extreme Heat Cooling Programs
Furnace Maintenance/Repair
CRAIGSLIST, ITHACA/CORTLAND | CRAIGSLIST, ITHACA
Online resource with listings for jobs, housing, household goods, cars, clothing, rides, services, events and forums for the Ithaca/Cortland area, plus 450 other cities worldwide.
Online resource with listings for jobs, housing, household goods, cars, clothing, rides, services, events and forums for the Ithaca/Cortland area, plus 450 other cities worldwide.
What's Here
Household Goods
Home Rental Listings
Internet Information Resources
ENERGY CONSERVATION PROGRAM | ACTION FOR A BETTER COMMUNITY
* Offers home energy conservation services to reduce household energy consumption. Testing, cleaning of furnace/heating systems Indoor air quality testing and ventilation upgrades as necessary Heating and/or hot water tank repairs or replacements as approved by Housing and Community Renewal Installing perimeter, attic and/or wall insulation, possible window and door repair or replacement Weather-stripping, caulking and/or repair of cracked glass and sash, sill and thresholds of doors and windows Possible refrigerator replacement Energy efficient air conditioners for those who can prove a medical need
* Offers home energy conservation services to reduce household energy consumption. Testing, cleaning of furnace/heating systems Indoor air quality testing and ventilation upgrades as necessary Heating and/or hot water tank repairs or replacements as approved by Housing and Community Renewal Installing perimeter, attic and/or wall insulation, possible window and door repair or replacement Weather-stripping, caulking and/or repair of cracked glass and sash, sill and thresholds of doors and windows Possible refrigerator replacement Energy efficient air conditioners for those who can prove a medical need
What's Here
Furnace Maintenance/Repair
Energy Conservation
Refrigerators
Water Heater Maintenance/Repair
Weatherization Programs
HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HEAP) | COLUMBIA 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.
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.
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.
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.
What's Here
Fans
Electric Service Payment Assistance
Furnaces
Heating Fuel Payment Assistance
Air Conditioners
Appliance Repair
Gas Service Payment Assistance
HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HEAP) | LEWIS 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 $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 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 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 years or older can contact HEAP through Department of Aging at 315-376-5313 to request a mail-in application.
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 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 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 years or older can contact HEAP through Department of Aging at 315-376-5313 to request a mail-in application.
What's Here
Furnaces
Appliance Repair
Fans
Air Conditioners
Utility Assistance
UNITED WAY OF TOMPKINS COUNTY (UWTC) - 211 ALICE PROGRAM | UNITED WAY OF TOMPKINS COUNTY (UWTC)
Update November 2025- The main UW 211 ALICE program is still out of funding, however we have received a small amount of funds for utility assistance only due to the delay in HEAP opening this year. We are able to provide assistance to ALICE eligible clients for one time NYSEG shut offs or propane/oil tank refills or wood/pellet deliveries. HEAP income guidelines apply for this specific assistance. Clients must still try other programs first before applying for ALICE. This is very limited funding, check back for updatesAssistance up to $500 for qualified households, types of assistance includes:Car RepairsCar Insurance- must have cancelation noticePhone Bills- must have shut off noticeUtility Bills-must have shut off noticeHealth InsuranceChildcare ExpensesBack Rent Assistance- must have eviction noticeClient must be ineligible for other local programs that already provide these services such as DSS, Catholic Charities, Robin Fund, INHS for rent assistance or repairs- will need to prove ineligibility for other programsIncome guidelines listed in eligibility section belowDocuments needed for verification:Documents to prove residency or employment in Tompkins County:- Valid NYS driver license with current address- utility or phone bill or other mail issued in past 30 daysDocumentation of income, examples include:-current paystub in last 30 days- benefit statement for Social Security, SSI or Unemployment- Current bank statement- self attestation formDocumentation of Need, examples:-notice of eviction from court-repair bill/estimate- utility bill/shutoff notice with date of termination- other statement ie insurance, childcare, etc*must include amount needed to avoid shutoff or cancellation* Document upload short url: 211tompkins.org/uploadmobile friendly, screenshots and pictures of the documents can be uploadedClick on the link HERE to begin the intake process MUST BE FILLED OUT BY LOCAL 2-1-1 STAFF:
Update November 2025- The main UW 211 ALICE program is still out of funding, however we have received a small amount of funds for utility assistance only due to the delay in HEAP opening this year. We are able to provide assistance to ALICE eligible clients for one time NYSEG shut offs or propane/oil tank refills or wood/pellet deliveries. HEAP income guidelines apply for this specific assistance. Clients must still try other programs first before applying for ALICE. This is very limited funding, check back for updatesAssistance up to $500 for qualified households, types of assistance includes:Car RepairsCar Insurance- must have cancelation noticePhone Bills- must have shut off noticeUtility Bills-must have shut off noticeHealth InsuranceChildcare ExpensesBack Rent Assistance- must have eviction noticeClient must be ineligible for other local programs that already provide these services such as DSS, Catholic Charities, Robin Fund, INHS for rent assistance or repairs- will need to prove ineligibility for other programsIncome guidelines listed in eligibility section belowDocuments needed for verification:Documents to prove residency or employment in Tompkins County:- Valid NYS driver license with current address- utility or phone bill or other mail issued in past 30 daysDocumentation of income, examples include:-current paystub in last 30 days- benefit statement for Social Security, SSI or Unemployment- Current bank statement- self attestation formDocumentation of Need, examples:-notice of eviction from court-repair bill/estimate- utility bill/shutoff notice with date of termination- other statement ie insurance, childcare, etc*must include amount needed to avoid shutoff or cancellation* Document upload short url: 211tompkins.org/uploadmobile friendly, screenshots and pictures of the documents can be uploadedClick on the link HERE to begin the intake process MUST BE FILLED OUT BY LOCAL 2-1-1 STAFF:
What's Here
Child Care Expense Assistance
Appliances
Utility Service Payment Assistance
Automotive Repair and Maintenance
Undesignated Temporary Financial Assistance
Rental Deposit Assistance
Rent Payment Assistance
Transportation Expense Assistance