Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP and USF) | South Jersey Gas
142 South Main Street, Glassboro, NJ 08028
Assists low-income households in managing energy costs and maintaining safe, affordable utility service through the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and the Universal Service Fund (USF).
LIHEAP Overview
Assists with heating and medically necessary cooling costs during designated program periods. Provides regular seasonal benefits and may offer emergency assistance for households facing shut-off or fuel shortages. Payments are typically made directly to the utility company or fuel supplier, ensuring continuity of service.Available to both homeowners and renters who meet income and residency requirements.
USF Overview
Offers monthly credits on electric and/or gas bills to reduce ongoing energy costs. Designed for households that spend a significant portion of their income on energy. Helps prevent service interruptions and promotes long-term affordability.
Provides natural gas for residential, commercial, and industrial purposes to individuals and businesses in the service area. Also assists with applications for the Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and the Universal Service Fund (USF).