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Emergency Heating Fund Program
IMPACCT Brooklyn is administering the Emergency Heating Fund Program through a collaborative partnership between National Grid and Brooklyn ORG (formerly the Brooklyn Foundation). This strategic partnership unites utility expertise with community foundation leadership to deliver vital assistance to Brooklyn homeowners managing winter utility expenses. As a trusted community organization, IMPACCT Brooklyn has been selected to ensure these critical resources reach those who need them most effectively. Click here to learn more.
Program Overview
The Emergency Heating Fund Program provides financial assistance to eligible Brooklyn homeowners to help reduce their National Grid heating expenses during the winter months. Through the combined support of National Grid and Brooklyn ORG, this program operates on a first-come, first-served basis while funds last.
For questions about the Emergency Heating Fund Program or assistance with your application, please contact IMPACCT Brooklyn's Housing Services Department | Alma Bauer, Program Specialist Email Alma_Bauer@impacctbk.org Call (646) 920-1433
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the Emergency Heating Fund Program, applicants must:
Be homeowners residing in Brooklyn
Meet income eligibility requirements
Demonstrate need for utility assistance
Provide required documentation
Required Documentation
Applicants should be prepared to submit:
Proof of Brooklyn homeownership
Current valid government-issued photo ID
Current gas or National Grid bill
Proof of income
Additional documentation may be requested during the application process*
Income Requirements
Household Size
Low Income Household Maximum Gross Annual Income
Moderate Income Household Maximum Gross Annual Income
Applications will be reviewed in the order received
Eligible applicants will be notified of their award status
Important Notes
Funds are limited and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis
Only complete applications with all required documentation will be processed
One grant per household per heating season
Applications must be submitted through the official IMPACCT Brooklyn website
The financial assistance will consist of up to $800 per household, limited to homeowners
If found eligible, the financial assistance will be sent directly to the client’s National Grid account
Clients will be notified of their eligibility status within two weeks after applying. If eligible, the process to complete the transaction with National Grid will take between 30 and 45 days.
Brooklyn ORG is Brooklyn’s leading platform for community-powered philanthropy. With a proven track record of moving over $130 million to nonprofits over 15 years, Brooklyn ORG serves as a catalyst for positive change across the borough. As a champion for Brooklyn, they partner with local organizations, donors, and businesses to advance racial justice and create lasting community impact. Their strategic approach combines community-powered grantmaking with deep local relationships, supporting over 100 organizations annually while fostering emerging nonprofits and leadership development throughout Brooklyn.
National Grid is one of the largest investor-owned energy companies in the United States, delivering electricity and natural gas to nearly 20 million people throughout New York. As a regulated utility provider, National Grid has demonstrated an ongoing commitment to supporting community initiatives that help residents manage their energy costs effectively.