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Applicants must have an active account with either NYSEG or RG&E, meet the HEAP income guideline, have an active disconnect notice, and exhausted all other assistance programs, such as HEAP, food stamps, Medicaid and local or county emergency aid. Active military and well-discharged veterans, regardless of income, can apply. This grant can be received once every 12 months.

Eligibility for customers who are active duty military personnel and veterans: Active duty military personnel and well-discharged (honorary or general) do NOT have to meet income guidelines, however there must be an active disconnect notice. The account may be in the spouse's​/partner's name. The military member or veteran does not have to reside in the household, however, the spouse​/partner must.

Veteran's beneficiaries. Verified service. Service time with general or honorable discharge.

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People exposed to asbestos and diagnosed with Mesothelioma.

Veterans enrolled in a local college or university.

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Proof of veteran​/discharge status and family members. Veterans Treatment Court: For veterans with nonviolent criminal charges who have a substance abuse or mental health diagnosis.

Individuals who are homeless and can provide proof of veteran​/discharge status. Must not have sex offender or arson conviction.

Veterans age 18 or older.