Grant Money Available for Eligible Peoples Natural Gas Customers

Those experiencing hardship in paying utility bills now have the opportunity to garner some relief. Peoples Natural Gas said the Dollar Energy Fund is now available for individuals and families in need. Eligible customers can receive grants of up to $500 and they are on a first-come, first-serve basis. To qualify, customers must have a total gross household income of 200 percent or lower than the federal poverty level and meet several requirements. These include having gas service that is off or in threat of termination, having applied for Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)/Crisis benefits, having an account for residential service, having the name on the account as an adult currently living in the household, and having made a good faith payment to the account within the last 90 days of applying for the grant.