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$2.2 Billion in Tax Relief on the Way for Nearly 3 Million New Yorkers

The STAR program is delivering another round of property tax relief across New York, with nearly $2.2 billion earmarked for close to 3 million homeowners. In Phase 1, benefits went out to eligible...

Are You Struggling With Utility Bills? LIHEAP Applications Now Open for All

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) has officially opened its doors to the general public, starting last Monday, January 6. This essential program, designed to help families mana...

LIHEAP Expands Utility Expense Relief: Boosting Support for Families in 2024

In a welcome move to alleviate financial burdens on low-income households, the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) has announced expanded benefits for families in 2024. This cruci...

Struggling with Utility Bills? You May Qualify for an Extra $967 in SSI

Americans will receive Social Security payments in March and April 2025, and some may qualify for an extra $967 per month through Supplemental Security Income (SSI). With rising utility costs, these b...

How Medicaid is Expanding Access for More Families

Medicaid has long been the safety net for America's most vulnerable populations, including low-income children, pregnant women, elderly adults and people with disabilities. However, restrictive eligibility left many fam...

Project RELIEF: Springfield’s Lifeline for Struggling Utility Customers

City Water, Light, and Power (CWLP) customers in the Springfield area have a critical lifeline available next month with the Project RELIEF program. Designed to help residents avoid utility shut-offs...

How to Receive Discounts on Your Utility Bills Through State Utility Assistance Programs

Many states offer Utility Discount Programs (UDP) and Energy Assistance Programs (EAP) to help low-income residents reduce their electric, gas, water, and sewer bills. Eligible applica...

Stay Warm This Winter with the Fuel Assistance Program

Winter heating costs can be challenging, but New Hampshire’s Fuel Assistance Program (FAP) is here to help. This initiative, part of the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), provides critic...

$9 Million in Energy Assistance Available for 25 NC Counties

Tropical Storm Helene left a lasting impact on communities in Western North Carolina, and its effects will be felt for years to come. Disaster Energy Assistance is now available for households in 25 disaster-decl...