To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of New Jersey and you must need financial assistance with home energy costs.
A person who participates or has family members who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as SNAP, SSI, TANF, automatically meets the eligibility requirement.
In order to qualify, you must have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:
Household Size* | Maximum Income Level (Per Year) |
---|---|
1 | $30,120 |
2 | $40,880 |
3 | $51,640 |
4 | $62,400 |
5 | $73,160 |
6 | $83,920 |
7 | $94,680 |
8 | $105,440 |
To apply, please fill out an application and submit it to your local Community Action Agency.
Visit the New Jersey LIHEAP page to learn more.
For detailed information on LIHEAP assistance, please contact your: