Nicor Gas Sharing Program
One-time annual grants are given, with no requirement to be paid back, to qualified residential customers who meet the required income guidelines. The Nicor Gas Sharing Program is administered by the Salvation Army and funded through direct contributions from Nicor Gas' customers and employees.
Customers who receive PIPP benefits are automatically enrolled into the Nicor Gas Low-Income Discount Program
Eligibility and How to Apply
Eligible customers can receive a Sharing Grant up to $400 based on the overall account balance on the account. Please view the Q&A for detailed information below. To apply, visit your local Salvation Army office in person. We recommend you call ahead to make an appointment and to find out about the paperwork you'll need to take along. Customers must meet income guidelines of 201% to 300% of the FPL. Minimum grant amount is $150.
Veterans
Veterans must provide the following information:
- Must show military papers
- Must meet income guidelines up to 300% of Federal Poverty Level (FPL)
- Gas bill must be in the applicants name
- Must have a picture ID
- Maximum grant amount up to $150
- Veterans grants of up to $150 are provided for customers receiving LIHEAP, PIPP or Sharing grants.
- A good faith payment is not required
Seniors
Seniors must provide the following information:
- Must meet income guidelines up to 300% of Federal Poverty Level (FPL)
- Gas bill must be in the applicants name
- Must have a picture ID
- Maximum grant amount up to $150
- Senior grants of up to $150 are provided for customers receiving LIHEAP, PIPP or Sharing grants.
- A good faith payment is not required
Nicor Gas 2024-2025 Sharing Program Income Guidelines
To qualify for a Sharing grant, your income must fall between the amounts shown below.
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Family Size |
Sharing Minimum Income 201% FPL |
Sharing Maximum Monthly Income 300% |
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1 |
$2,511 |
$3,765 |
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2 |
$3,408 |
$5,110 |
|
3 |
$4,304 |
$6,455 |
|
4 |
$5,201 |
$7,800 |
|
5 |
$6,098 |
$9,145 |
|
6 |
$6,994 |
$10,490 |
|
7 |
$7,891 |
$11,835 |
|
8 |
$8,428 |
$13,180 |
|
9 |
$8,612 |
$14,525 |
|
10 |
$8,794 |
$15,870 |
For each additional household member under 18 add $673
* Total amount earned before taxes and deductions.
*For families/households with more than 8 persons under 18, add $540.00 for each additional persons.
Salvation Army Offices & Other Application Locations
Locations
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437 E. Galena Blvd. |
300 3rd Ave. |
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422 S. Main St. |
148 N. Harrison Ave. |
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601 W. Washington St |
8354 W. Foster Ave. |
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2900 W 127th St, |
516 W. Madison St. |
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2337 S. Laramie Ave. |
112 N. Division St. |
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290 W. Crystal Lake Ave. |
501 Broadway St. |
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830 Grove St. |
Social Services Department |
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316 Douglas Ave. |
409 Avenue F |
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1403 Sherman Ave. |
126 S. Bloomington St. |
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106 W. Exchange St. |
1 S. 415 Summit St. |
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690 W Dempster St. |
850 S. Green Bay Rd. |
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1710 S. 7th Ave. |
502 N Prospect Ave. |
Sharing Grant Offices
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Village of Arlington Heights |
Freemont Township |
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Cuba Township |
Prevail |
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Elk Grove Township |
Rock River Center |
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Health & Human Services |
Palatine Township |
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Bloom Township |
Thornton Township |
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Office of Citizen's Services |
Avon Township |
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Southland Ministerial Health Network |
Together We Cope |
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Monee Township |
Hanover Township |
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Kendall/Grundy Community Services |
Kuzma Care Cottage |
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Proviso Township |
Kendall County Human Services |
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McHenry Township |
Vision of Restoration Inc. |
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We Care of Grundy County |
Naperville township |
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Orland Township |
Plainfield Township |
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Troy Township |
First Baptist Church |
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Dorr Township |
Lemont Township |
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Victory Christian Assembly Church |
Outreach Community Ministries |
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In addition, you can apply for a Sharing Grant at any of these offices between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Q&A
What are the changes to the Sharing Program?
Approved customers regardless of age may receive a single grant ranging from $150 to $400 per program year based on the overall account balance. If the balance is less than $150, the grant amount will still be $150. Veterans are eligible for grants up to $150 if they receive LIHEAP, PIPP or Sharing grants. Seniors aged 65 and older can receive grants of up to $150 per year. Customers who benefit from Sharing grants are automatically enrolled in the Nicor Gas Low-Income Discount Program.
How does the Sharing Grant work?
If you meet the criteria and your completed application is approved, you may receive a grant of up to $500. The grant will automatically be applied to your account within 30-60 days.
I don't have any money to contribute to paying down my balance. Can I still receive a Sharing grant?
Yes. If you meet the eligibility guidelines and your completed application is approved, you may receive a grant of up to $400.
Can you help me calculate exactly how much I could receive from a Sharing grant?
Unfortunately, no. The Salvation Army administers the Sharing Program, and they will be able to assist you.
How do I qualify?
The Salvation Army administers the Sharing Program and determines if you are eligible. However, you must:
- Be a residential heating customer of Nicor Gas with a payment due.
- Be ineligible for state or federal energy assistance programs.
- Have an annual gross income of 201% but not exceeding 300% of the federal poverty level.
How do I apply?
You must apply in person at your local Salvation Army office. Contact your local Salvation Army office or call the general Salvation Army help line at (773) 205-3570. We recommend you call ahead to make an appointment and to find out about the paperwork you'll need to take along.
Can I apply for more than one Sharing grant, or can my spouse also apply?
No, only one Sharing grant is awarded per qualifying family. You can apply for a Sharing grant once per program year.
Need a payment arrangement?
In addition to energy assistance programs, we offer flexible payment arrangements.
Call us at 888.642.6748 to make a payment arrangement.
