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PY27 Fuel Assistance Program Benefit Determination In NH, the FAP benefit amount awarded to eligible households is based on two factors: Household Income + Annual Heating Cost

The Benefit Matrix is designed so that the highest level of assistance will be furnished to those households which have the lowest incomes and the highest energy costs.

Below is an example of the Benefit Matrix. Across the top you can see the six income tiers make up six columns. On the left, you can see four rows that match the heating cost tiers.

As an example: a household with annual heating costs of $1,700 would get a different benefit amount depending on the household income. • Less than 75% of the federal poverty amount? Column A - benefit of $1,460 • Between 150-175% of the federal poverty amount? Column E - benefit of $730