AC ELECTRIC/LIHEAP energy assistance grants and other assistance programs are available now.
MAYS LANDING – With millions of dollars in assistance funding available for customers who may be struggling to pay their energy bill, Atlantic City Electric is encouraging customers to act now to secure these essential funds while they last.
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program. LIHEAP provides grants in varying amounts based on a household’s income size, type of fuel, and type of dwelling, with no pay back required. Customers who may have never qualified for energy assistance may now qualify based on their current financial situation. Customers could qualify for more than $1,000 in assistance, just through LIHEAP alone.
- Apply at the Department of Community Affairs website or call 800-510-3102.
- The DCA has a self-screening tool to help residents determine their qualifications for energy assistance benefits
Atlantic City Electric also offers expanded billing and payment options that include eliminating down payment/security deposit requirements, extending payment periods for balances and connecting more customers with energy assistance funds. Customers who are behind on their electric bill should contact the company at 800-642-3780 or atlanticcityelectric.com/help as soon as possible. Customers should never wait until they are in crisis to contact the company.
Other programs supporting Atlantic City Electric customers include:
- The Universal Service Fund helps ensure energy bills are more affordable for eligible customers. Call 1-800-510-3102 or visit energyassistance.nj.gov for information.
- New Jersey SHARES is a nonprofit corporation that provides assistance to income eligible customers. Visit njsharesgreen.org or call 1-866-657-4273.
- The Payment Assistance for Gas and Electric program provides relief on natural gas and electric bills for low-to-moderate income customers experiencing a temporary financial crisis. Customers can call 732-982-8710 or visit njpoweron.org.
- Lifeline is a utility assistance program that offers $225 to persons who meet certain income guidelines. Utility customers as well as tenants whose utility bills are included in their rent can call 1-800-792-9745 for details.
Atlantic City Electric has provided more than $1.2 million in contributions to help those in need, including support to local emergency funds, small businesses and students impacted by the pandemic.
