There are several programs available for members who are having difficulty paying their electric bills including Family Fund and LIHEAP.
Family Fund
Family Fund assists needy families or individuals who have their permanent residence on Central Electric Cooperative lines. Funds are raised through contributions from members and employees. Each fund is administered by different agencies. You must apply to each individual fund listed below:
- Allegheny County – Department of Human Services: 412-350-3911
- Armstrong County – Community Action Office: 724-548-3405
- Butler County – The Salvation Army: 724-287-5532
- Clarion County – Charitable Deeds: 814-797-0286
- Forest County – Information & Referral Service: 1-800-222-1706
- Venango County – Office of Economic Opportunity: 814-432-9767
The Clarion County Red Cross is the administering agency for payment of all funds. Central Electric Cooperative thanks each of the agencies listed above for services provided to our members.
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
LIHEAP is a federal program administered by the State Department of Public Welfare and assists low-income families with their heating bills. LIHEAP is a grant and you do not have to be on public assistance to qualify.
- Allegheny County – 1-800-851-3838
- Armstrong County – 1-800-543-5105
- Butler County – 724-284-8855
- Clarion County – 1-800-253-3488
- Forest County – 1-800-876-0645
- Mercer County – 1-800-747-8405
- Venango County – 1-877-409-2421
