CHJCC: Neighborhood Heating Fund Reopens Temporarily

Dear Community Members,

The Crown Heights Jewish Community Council (CHJCC) is pleased to share an important update regarding emergency heating assistance available.

Neighborhood Heating Fund – Temporary Reopening

The Neighborhood Heating Fund (NHF) — administered and funded by National Grid — has reopened for a limited time to support eligible customers.

Emergency Grants Available

$200 for National Grid heating customers

$100 for NYC cooking-gas customers (Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island)

Who Is Eligible?

National Grid customers enrolled in the Energy Affordability Program, with at least $1 in arrears

Federal employees, contractors, and active-duty military affected by the shutdown, with at least $1 in arrears

Please Note: Grants issued during this temporary period will NOT count toward next season’s one-grant limit.

Required Documents

Photo ID for all household members

One month of income proof

Most recent National Grid bill

Need Assistance?

For guidance or questions, please contact Batia at batia@chjcc.org

If you prefer to apply directly, submit your documentation and application to:
energy@heartshare.org

We encourage eligible households to take advantage of this opportunity for support.

Warm regards,
Crown Heights Jewish Community Council (CHJCC)