The Community Action Partnership of Lake County is taking Share the Warmth applications via phone at 847-249-4330.
If customers are having difficulty paying their bill, we will work with them to
arrange a payment plan.
Administered for North Shore Gas by the Community Action Partnership of Lake County, Share the Warmth provides heating grants to limited and fixed-income households. Eligible customers can receive grants of up to $200 on their bills.
How can I apply for a Share the Warmth grant?
Call the Community Action Partnership of Lake County at 847-249-4330 to make an appointment to apply. Applicants are required to submit:
- Proof of household income or any financial assistance for the past 30 days for all members of the household over 18; and
- Your current residential heating bill
Who is eligible?
North Shore Gas customers who are having trouble paying their bills and meet the following household income guidelines may be eligible for a grant.
| Family Size |
30-Day Income |
Annual Income |
| 1 |
$2,127.00 |
$25,520.00 |
| 2 |
$2,873.00 |
$34,480.00 |
| 3 |
$3,620.00 |
$43,440.00 |
| 4 |
$4,367.00 |
$52,400.00 |
| 5 |
$5,113.00 |
$61,360.00 |
| 6 |
$5,860.00 |
$70,320.00 |
| 7 |
$6,607.00 |
$79,820.00 |
| 8 |
$7,353.00 |
$88,240.00 |
- Additional $736 per person in monthly income above 8 people, or $8,840 annual
The State of Illinois has created a new website to allow residents to pre-apply.
Customers can fill out information on the website and it will be forwarded to the appropriate agency.
Visit Helpillinoisfamilies.com.
If you have questions about Share the Warmth, please contact us.
