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The federally-funded Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) remains delayed until further notice as New York awaits funding from the federal government. Households lacking resources that can't afford a fuel delivery or are facing a utility shutoff can apply for Emergency Assistance through their local department of social services.

New York State has completed issuing full November SNAP benefits using federal funds. December SNAP benefits will be issued on a regular schedule without delay. The recently enacted federal spending bill also fully funds SNAP through the end of the federal fiscal year 2026.

Last updated: November 14, 2025, 3:40 PM

Making a Connection (MAC) RFP

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Making a Connection (MAC) RFP

Issue Date:
04/10/2024, updated 04/30/2024
Description:

The purpose of the MAC program is to match refugee youth ages 15-24 with positive adult mentors to promote positive civic and social engagement and support individual educational and vocational advancement. OTDA intends to fund local agencies that will serve refugees, ages 15-24, in the following impacted areas: Albany County, Broome County, Erie County, Long Island (Suffolk and Nassau counties), Monroe County, New York City (5 boroughs), Onondaga County, Oneida County, and Westchester County.

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