ERIE — Crisis grants offered through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) are currently available for LIHEAP eligible customers who are having difficulty paying their heating bill.

Customers with an overdue balance or who do not currently have gas service, may qualify for a crisis grant. Customers requesting a crisis grant must be income eligible and provide all required household information, including income verification and a past-due bill since Dec. 1, 2020.

LIHEAP eligibility is based on income guidelines and household size. For example, a family of four with a gross monthly income of $3,275 may qualify for a grant. The 2020-2021 LIHEAP Program, including crisis grants, will remain open through April 9 or until funds are exhausted.

Monies are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

For additional information, customers should visit www.LIHEAPhelps.com, contact 1-877-443-

2743 or contact their local county assistance office.