A CRISIS Grant is a federal grant that helps pay for heating costs in a heating emergency, when service is off, threatened to be shut off, or if you have a past due balance with PGW.

LIHEAP cash grant approval is not required to apply for a CRISIS grant. However, customers who have already received a LIHEAP cash grant and are behind on their gas bills could be eligible for a Crisis grant to prevent a shut off. Call PGW at 215-235-1000 and speak with a representative to see if you qualify.

Eligibility Guidelines:
1. Total household income must be at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Level.
2. Applicants who have no income must show how basic living needs are being met.
3. Homeowners and renters are both eligible.
4. Subsidized housing renters are eligible only if they pay for heat.

Documentation Required:
1. Entire household: proof of social security numbers and income (30-day, 90-day or 12-mo.), unless everyone receives public assistance, SSI or food stamps.
2. Latest heating bill (not required for tenants whose heat is included in rent)
3. Service Termination Notice, if applicable.
4. Proof of address if name and address are not on the latest heating bill.
5. If heat is included in rent, copy of lease and a statement indicating type of fuel used for heat -or- letter from landlord stating heat is included and type of fuel. Include landlord's telephone number, if possible.

Where to apply:
1. Visit one of the Neighborhood Energy Centers or
2. Community Based Organizations

For more information, call (215) 587-0067.