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Greater Erie Community Action Committee - Utility Assistance

Provides an electricity assistance, once a year grant. Assistance is for overdue heat bills, to purchase fuel or to repair heating equipment.

Physical Address

18 West 9th Street, Erie, PA 16501

Hours

Monday through Thursday, 9:00am to 11:00am and 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Fee

Services free of charge.

Eligibility

In order to qualify for a grant, applicants must fall into at least one of the following classifications: - 55 years of age or older - A resident who is over 150% (but does not exceed 200%) of the federal poverty guidelines, - On a disabled or handicapped income - A veteran with a verified need - Able to demonstrate a certified medical emergency - Experienced a verifiable, recent loss of income - Receiving unemployment benefits

Service area

Erie, PA

Agency info

Greater Erie Community Action Committee

Assists people throughout Erie County break the cycle of poverty, be self-sufficient and achieve financial independence. Assists with meeting emergency needs and start individuals on the road to self-sufficiency.