14 Leveraging Incentive Program ,2607A

14.1 Do you plan to submit an application for the leveraging incentive program? Yes No 14.2 Describe instructions to any third parties and/or local agencies for submitting LIHEAP leveraging resource information and retaining records. If leveraging awards become available, MaineHousing will collect leveraging information from subgrantees. Subgrantees will maintain and provide the following information: 1. Identify and describe each resource/benefit; 2. Identify the source(s) of each resource; and Describe the integration/coordination of each resource/benefit with the LIHEAP program, consistent with 1 or more of conditions A-H in 45 CFR 96.87(d)(2)(iii). 14.3 For each type of resource and/or benefit to be leveraged in the upcoming year that will meet the requirements of 45 C.F.R. § 96.87(d)(2)(iii), describe the following: Resource What is the type of resource or benefit ? What is the source(s) of the resource ? How will the resource be integrated and coordinated with LIHEAP? 1 Home Repair State funds Home Repair funds are administered by the subgrantees operating the LIHEAP/ Weatherization programs. MaineHousing's Home Repair Program funds may be used in conjunction with HEAP weatherization for repairs and weatherization measures. 2 Heating Assistance Local organizations/ partnerships including United Way, fuel vendors, and faith based organizations. Subgrantees appropriate and distribute these funds to low-income households as supplements and/or alternatives to the LIHEAP program. 3 Discount rates and debt forgiveness for electricity Maine's public utility companies Coordinated through the utility company and subgrantee. Outreach and intake are coordinated the LIHEAP application process. 4 Winterization assistance Donations from local faith- based organizations and other organizations. Donated materials or volunteer labor for the installation of winterization measures. 5 In-kind and other benefits, including blankets, sleepers, snow suits and sweatshirts which are intended to improve client comfort and reduce heating costs. Fund-raising initiatives and drives; examples are Coats for Kids and American Red Cross Subgrantees ensure LIHEAP clients are aware of and have access to these benefits. If any of the above questions require further explanation or clarification that could not be made in the fields provided, attach a document with said explanation here.