
The PIPP program is available to customers who are serviced by a regulated utility, including American Electric Power and Columbia Gas.
To qualify for enrollment, a customer must be at or below 175% of the federal poverty guidelines. Payments are based on gross monthly income.
Total electric households pay a monthly percentage of 10%. A household that heats with both gas and electric, or bulk fuel, pays 5% per utility.
This program is available year-round.

Completed Application
Copies of most recent Energy bill
A list of all household members and proof of gross income for the lat 30 days.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal residency for all household members; (Social Security cards and Birth Certificates)
Proof of disability, if applicable
Current electric and gas bills
Proof of SNAP, Tanf, HUD, Utility Check, Child Support
Rental Agreement/Landlord Info include name, address, and telephone number
Tax transcript if you have been unemployed for more than 12 months
Send Application to;
HEAP Program
155 West Main Street
St. Clairsville, Ohio 43950
If you have any questions about the program, please call the HEAP office at
740-695-2405. or email the HEAP office at heap@cacbelmont.org.
Please note: We do accept walk-ins, no appointment needed.
Lobby Hours are Monday – Thursday from 8am-12pm & 1pm – 4pm, open Friday 8am – 12pm.
We are a private organization, founded in 1965, administering many federal, state and locally funded programs. These programs target areas such as housing, utility assistance, education, health, nutrition, youth employment programs, and transportation. It is our goal to alleviate the conditions of poverty in our county.
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