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Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) 101

HEAP, also called LIHEAP, helps Mainers with low and moderate incomes pay for their heating costs.

Even if you have never filed taxes before, the Child Tax Credit of 2021 is worth up to $3,600 per child. This is a big change. The Federal Government is helping families with children in a much bigger way!

Writing a letter to the editor is a great way to let people in your community know how you feel about issues that are important to you. Policymakers and elected officials read the letters section of their local paper to find out what their constituents are feeling.

Who they are, how to reach them and tips for communicating.

Everyday people sharing their stories is often the most effective way to influence policy decisions.
You can make a difference! Policymakers need to hear from you when making decisions that will impact your life. Sharing your story and experience can help policymakers make better, more informed decisions. And this helps all of us!

Ten simple tips for advocacy.