Neighbor for Neighbor Heat Fund
The Neighbor for Neighbor Heat Fund is now open and accepting applications.
This home-heating assistance grant program is available on a first-come, first-served basis and provides low-income Western New Yorkers with help to:
- Prevent disconnection of their service
- Pay current or past-due energy bills (excluding electric utilities)
- Purchase home heating fuel of any kind
Qualifying individuals or families may receive a one-time grant of up to $300 per program year.
Who Is Eligible?
In order to qualify for a grant, applicants must fall into at least one of the following classifications:
- Be at least 55 years old
- A member of their household must be handicapped or have a disability that reduces the household’s income
- Have a certified medical emergency
- Be a veteran
- Receive unemployment benefits
Other Requirements to Qualify
- Applicants must reside in National Fuel’s service territory; however, they are not required to be a National Fuel customer.
- Monthly income and expenses will be verified, and grant applications are processed by administering agencies.
How Do I Apply?
Please schedule an appointment by contacting one of the agencies below. At your appointment, you must provide proof of identification, monthly income, and monthly expenses.
Applications for the Neighbor for Neighbor Fund are accepted through The Salvation Army, Catholic Charities, and the Chautauqua County Office for the Aging.
The Salvation Army 716-888-6230 or 716-888-6234
Appointments are available Tuesdays and Thursdays. Customers should call to schedule an appointment. No walk-ins.
Catholic Charities
Customers should call and leave a voicemail. A representative will return the call to schedule an appointment. No walk-ins.
In Chautauqua County, eligible families and individuals should contact one of the following:
The Salvation Army
716-664-4108
Chautauqua County Office for the Aging
716-753-4471 (for individuals age 60 or older)
How Can I Support Neighbor for Neighbor?
National Fuel customers can have a tax-deductible donation of $1, $2, $5 or any other amount added to their monthly bill.