HEAP in Ohio: City & County Guide (2026-2027)

Income limits, benefit amounts, and exactly which local agency to contact — for every Ohio city we’ve covered so far. Same statewide rules, different local providers.

2026-2027 season is open now Ohio's HEAP season runs July 1, 2026 through May 31, 2027, administered by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. Applications are being accepted right now in every county below. Income limits use the 2026 federal poverty guidelines -- see the table further down this page.

Choose Your City

Every city below shares the same state income limits and benefit range — what’s different is which local agency handles your application.

Columbus

Franklin County

Two agencies serve Franklin County — Breathing Association and IMPACT.

Phone: (614) 566-0750

Cleveland

Cuyahoga County

Step Forward is now the sole HEAP provider (since Oct. 2025).

Phone: (216) 480-4327

Akron

Summit County

Community Action Akron Summit — serving the area since 1984.

Phone: (330) 253-8806

Toledo

Lucas County

Pathway, Inc. processes applications in about 12 weeks.

Phone: (419) 242-3521

Canton

Stark County

Stark County Community Action Agency, with a separate emergency line.

Phone: (330) 454-1850

2026-2027 Income Limits (Statewide)

Set by Ohio JFS using the 2026 federal poverty guidelines -- identical in every city and county above.

Household size	Annual limit	Monthly limit
1 person	$27,930	$2,328
2 people	$37,870	$3,156
3 people	$47,810	$3,984
4 people	$57,750	$4,812
5 people	$67,690	$5,641
6 people	$77,630	$6,469
7 people	$87,570	$7,298

Households of 8+ use 60% of the state median income (SMI) instead of this table -- check with your local agency. Benefit range: $24-$441 for regular heating assistance. Source: Ohio Dept. of Job and Family Services, July 2026-May 2027 season.

Not Sure Which City Guide You Need?

Use the calculator below for a quick estimate, then click through to your city’s full guide for the exact agency to contact.

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County / Local agency

Household size

Count everyone who lives in the household, whether or not they're on the utility bill.

Household gross monthly income

Income from ALL household members 18+ before taxes (wages, Social Security, unemployment, pension, etc.), for the last 30 days.

Primary heating source

Your fuel type changes the benefit amount.

Does any of this apply to you? (check all that apply)

Someone age 60+, with a disability, or a child under 6 lives in the householdCan increase the benefit amount and give you processing priority. You already receive SNAP, TANF/Public Assistance, or SSIIn many cases you automatically qualify for HEAP without additional income verification. You have a shutoff notice, or your heat has already been disconnectedYou may qualify for emergency assistance, which is processed much faster (18-48 hours).

Where to apply

Apply online →

This is an educational estimate, not an official determination. Your actual benefit depends on available funding, your specific utility's rates, and verification by your local agency. Base data: Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, 2026-2027 season (energyhelp.ohio.gov) and NY OTDA, 2025-2026 season (otda.ny.gov). Verify current figures before applying — they change every season.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is HEAP the same in every Ohio city?

The income limits and benefit range are set statewide by Ohio JFS and are identical everywhere in Ohio. What changes by city is which local agency processes your application.

Is HEAP open right now in Ohio?

Yes. The 2026-2027 season runs July 1, 2026 through May 31, 2027, and applications are being accepted now in every county.

What if my city isn't listed here?

We're adding Ohio cities one at a time. If yours isn't listed yet, the statewide income limits above still apply -- search for your county's local HEAP provider through energyhelp.ohio.gov.

What if I already receive SNAP or SSI?

You're very likely to qualify for HEAP automatically in any county, without additional income verification.