| FreshStartPHL |
Provides up to three months of rent and a $1,000 relocation stipend for eligible households. |
Households at or below 80% of AMI, with priority for those at or below 50% AMI. |
Complete the PHDC Intake Form. |
phdcphila.org/freshstartphl |
| TFA via Eviction Diversion |
Offers rental assistance for tenants owing less than $3,500 in back rent. |
Tenants must have an active landlord-tenant relationship and not be in formal eviction proceedings. |
Initiated by landlords through the Eviction Diversion Program. |
eviction-diversion.phila.gov |
| HopePHL |
Provides rental and utility assistance, especially for families with children. |
Must meet income and hardship criteria. |
Online form available. |
(267) 777-5820 | hopephl.org |
| Catholic Social Services (CSS) |
Offers limited financial assistance for rent, mortgage, and utilities. |
Varies by Family Service Center. |
In-person at neighborhood Family Service Centers. |
(267) 331-2490 | cssphiladelphia.org |
| NKCDC |
Provides rent assistance and housing support services. |
Income-based, with geographic focus in Kensington and surrounding areas. |
Contact directly. |
(215) 427-0350 | nkcdc.org |
| Esperanza |
Helps with past due rent and security deposits. |
Primarily supports the Latino community in North Philadelphia. |
Call to request an appointment. |
(215) 324-0746 | esperanza.us |
| Project HOME |
Supportive housing, homelessness prevention, healthcare, and employment services. |
Individuals and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Philadelphia |
Apply through Project HOME intake programs or via partner agencies. |
(215) 232-1984 | projecthome.org |
| ACHIEVEability |
Offers rent help and property tax rebates for low-income households. |
Available in Haddington and Cobbs Creek neighborhoods. |
Contact for intake. |
(215) 748-8800 | achieveability.org |
| Germantown Avenue Crisis Ministry |
Emergency rent, utility, and mortgage assistance. |
Residents of specific ZIP codes. |
Call to verify ZIP code and apply. |
(215) 843-2340 | crisisministry.org |
| Nationalities Service Center |
Rental assistance and housing navigation for immigrants and refugees. |
Income-qualified immigrant households. |
Call for intake. |
(215) 893-8400 | nscphila.org |
| Office of Homeless Services (OHS) |
Connects individuals to shelter, short-term rental help, and prevention programs. |
Based on housing crisis status. |
Call for intake or visit the office. |
(215) 686-7175 | phila.gov/homeless-services |
| Philly House |
physical and spiritual sanctuary, empowering those in need of food, shelter and hope in Philadelphia. |
Based on housing crisis status. |
Come as you are.. |
302 N. 13th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107 | https://www.phillyhouse.org/get-help-now |
| Utility Assistance Programs |
| UESF |
Provides up to $500 for utility shutoff prevention. |
Must have applied for LIHEAP and CRISIS first. |
Contact agency directly. |
(215) 972-5170 | uesfacts.org |
| LIHEAP |
Offers heating bill assistance and crisis grants. |
Based on household income; open seasonally. |
Apply through Compass website or local assistance center. |
(866) 857-7095 | dhs.pa.gov |
| TAP (Water) |
Sets a fixed monthly water bill based on income. |
Low-income households or those with special hardships. |
Single application online for all water assistance. |
(215) 685-6300 | cap.phila.gov |
| Senior Water Discount |
Provides a 25% water bill discount. |
Seniors aged 65+ with household income under $38,000. |
Same as TAP application. |
(215) 685-6300 | cap.phila.gov |
| WRAP (Water) |
Offers up to $200 credit toward water arrears or repayment plans. |
Income guidelines apply. |
Call to apply. |
(215) 686-6880 | phila.gov/waterrev |
| PGW CRP (Gas) |
Provides lower monthly gas bills and debt forgiveness. |
Income-qualified PGW customers. |
Apply online or call. |
(215) 235-1000 | pgworks.com |
| PECO CAP (Electric) |
Reduces monthly electricity bills for low-income households. |
Households under 150% of federal poverty line. |
Apply through PECO customer service. |
(800) 774-7040 | peco.com |
| PECO LIURP (Electric) |
Free weatherization and energy-saving upgrades. |
Income-qualified PECO customers. |
Apply through PECO or partner agency. |
(800) 675-0222 | peco.com |
| Neighborhood Energy Centers |
In-person help with utility applications, conservation tips, and more. |
Philadelphia residents in need. |
Walk-in or call local NEC. |
Various locations | phila.gov |
| PCA (Seniors) |
Helps seniors with utility shutoffs and staying safe in extreme weather. |
Philadelphia residents age 60+. |
Call for assistance or referrals. |
(215) 765-9040 | pcacares.org |
| Congresso de Latinos Unidos |
Social service organization. |
a one-stop shop for assistance with LIHEAP and other utility assistance programs. |
Call for assistance or visit the website. |
267-476-5097 | congreso.net/ |
