31-01-2025
Peoples Natural Gas urges customers to apply for energy assistance on National Energy Assistance Day
(WTAJ) — With winter temperatures dropping, Peoples Natural Gas is encouraging customers to take advantage of energy assistance programs that could help lower heating costs.
As part of National Energy Assistance Day, the company is highlighting resources like the federally funded Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), which remains underutilized despite widespread eligibility.
Peoples customers in Pennsylvania may qualify for LIHEAP, which provides grants starting at $200 to assist with heating bills. The program, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, bases eligibility on income and household size. The application deadline is April 4, and customers are urged to apply early.
To qualify, applicants must have a gross household income at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Limit. They do not need to be on public assistance or have an unpaid heating bill to apply. More information and applications are available through the DHS website.
Peoples is also working with Peoples Energy Analytics to better identify customers in need and help them enroll in support programs. Additionally, the company offers emergency assistance for failing furnaces and other urgent heating issues.
Customers seeking help can call 1-800-400-WARM (9276) or visit to explore available programs.
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