How much funding does Utility Assistance Program — Phase 3 (CAO of WNY) provide?

Utility Assistance Program — Phase 3 (CAO of WNY) provides Up to $300, splittable between two bills (up to $150 each) in funding.

When is the deadline for Utility Assistance Program — Phase 3 (CAO of WNY)?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Utility Assistance Program — Phase 3 (CAO of WNY)

COMMUNITY ACTION ORGANIZATION OF

Foundation Periodic Hardship Grants Energy Efficiency Grants

Funding Amount

Up to $300, splittable between two bills (up to $150 each)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Fact (page-stated): CAO of WNY's Utility Assistance Program provides emergency support to households at risk of utility shutoff. Eligible families may receive up to $300 in assistance, applied to past-due bills for electric, heating, water, phone or internet service, and payments may be split between two bills (up to $150 each). Fact: the page carries the notice 'Please note that Utility Assistance funds are now exhausted. Applications are still being accepted and will be placed on a waitlist.' Inference: this is Phase 3 (2025) of a phased program serving Erie County, New York; further phases depend on replenished funding and are not stated on the page.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicant Types

individualfamily

How to Apply

Apply online via the link on the page, or in person at upcoming application events announced on CAO of WNY's social media. Applicants must provide a valid photo ID and Social Security number for the head of household, identification for other household members, proof of address, proof of household income for the past 30 days, and current utility bill(s). Questions: 716-881-5150 ext. 4414.

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