Utility and Rental Assistance Program
Provides direct assistance with utility bills for individuals and families. Also acts as a screening agency and offers assistance with the applications for Dollar Energy Fund, Peoples Gas CAP Program, and LIHEAP. Also offers modest grants to assist with rent, security deposits, and mortgages.
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Physical Address
939 California Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15202
Hours
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm
Voice
Application process
Call for intake and screening. In-person appointment may be required after initial screening.
Fee
Services provided free of charge.
Eligibility
Must meet Federal Poverty Guidelines at or below 200% and live in the service area. Visit the Eligibility Website (linked below) to see which office serves the zip code where help is being requested.
Service area
15212 15214 15215 15223 15229 15237 15238 16024 15006 15007 15014 15015 15024 15030 15032 15034 15049 15051 15056 15065 15075 15076 15084 15086 15091 15101 15116 15127 15144 15202 15209 15005, Allegheny, PA 15044, Allegheny, PA 15143, Allegheny, PA 16046, Allegheny, PA 16059, Allegheny, PA 16229, Allegheny, PA
Agency info
North Hills Community Outreach
Addresses the needs of people in crisis, hardship and poverty in Northern Allegheny County. Provides energy assistance, employment services; transportation assistance; tax preparation; legal consultation; disaster relief; education assistance for adults; transportation assistance, and volunteer caregivers for the elderly. Also offers seasonal help such as school supplies, coats, holiday meals, and spring cleaning supplies.