Utility Emergency Services Fund (UESF)
UESF / City of Philadelphia
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Utility Emergency Services Fund (UESF) in its Philadelphia, PA research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Emergency utility grants up to $1,500 for income-eligible residents facing utility termination or shutoff. PECO and Philadelphia Water Department match each dollar provided. Available once every two years per household.
Grant amount based on arrears; matched dollar-for-dollar by utility
The cited general URL responded on 2026-07-21; it does not confirm this program or amount.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
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Key Details
- Up to $1,500 emergency utility grant
- Dollar-for-dollar match from PECO and PWD
- Must have termination notice or be off-service
- Income at or below 175% federal poverty level
- Must apply for LIHEAP first during LIHEAP season
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Rolling (apply after LIHEAP)
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Utility Emergency Services Fund (UESF) in Philadelphia, PA?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $1,500 utility grant. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Utility Emergency Services Fund (UESF) in Philadelphia?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters. It also carries a low-income tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Utility Emergency Services Fund (UESF) in Philadelphia, PA?
Confirm the application route directly with UESF / City of Philadelphia; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 215-814-6837. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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