NYS Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) Heating Energy Assistance Program NOFA
The NYS Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) Heating Energy Assistance Program NOFA funds science-driven weatherization projects to improve energy efficiency and safety in low-income New York households.
Funder: Homes and Community Renewal
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Deadline to submit questions, projected) | May 2027 (Full application/proposal submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to ~$10–15 million total available (recent cycles); individual subgrantee awards vary, typically based on proposal scope and production targets.
Summary: Funds WAP subgrantees to deliver energy-saving weatherization services to low-income NYS households, emphasizing efficiency, outreach, and compliance.
Key Information: Only current WAP subgrantees in good standing (not high risk) are eligible to apply.
Description
This program, administered by the Housing Trust Fund Corporation under Homes and Community Renewal, supports energy efficiency improvements for low-income households across New York State. Funding is provided through the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) using HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program) resources. The initiative leverages the established WAP subgrantee network to deliver weatherization measures, improve energy savings, and address health and safety concerns in eligible residential buildings. The program prioritizes outreach, effective project management, and strict compliance with state and federal regulations while serving vulnerable populations such as the elderly, families with children, persons with disabilities, and those with high energy needs.
