2-1-1 Tompkins/Cortland

06/03/2026

The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Cooling is closing June 5th, 2026. If you are income-eligible, you may be able to receive a fan or energy-efficient cooling equipment. You can apply in person at your local Department of Social Services.

https://otda.ny.gov/programs/heap/

06/02/2026

06/02/2026

05/27/2026

SNAP BENEFITS ARE CHANGING

Recent Federal SNAP Work Rule changes mean that some adults aged 18 through 64 without dependents must meet ABAWD work rules to keep SNAP.

Contact DSS for more information by calling (607) 274-5680 or visit tompkins-opportunity.org

05/22/2026

The Human Services Coalition office will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026.

211 Tompkins Cortland will still be available for general questions by calling 2-1-1 or 1-877-211-8667.

05/19/2026

Our May Food Giveaway is in one week - Tuesday, May 26 from noon to 6 pm at our food rescue hub, 174 Homer Ave, Cortland. We'll distribute items for breakfast! No residency or income requirements to attend.

05/18/2026

Tompkins County Minimum Wage Convening: Ithaca Workers (Hybrid)
Thursday, May 21, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Tompkins County Public Library, 101 East Green St, Ithaca

Come learn, share perspectives, and help shape the conversation.

This session will include low-wage workers and representatives of unions and the Tompkins County Workers' Center. This convening is part of a broader effort to bring together workers, employers, community organizations, researchers, and policymakers to better understand the economic realities facing Tompkins County residents. We welcome anyone interested in labor, economic policy, community well-being, and fair wages to participate.

Depending on the level of increase, the wages of many thousands of workers could be increased by a countywide minimum wage. Increased income could help them avoid or cope better with crises related to health, housing, and transportation, support their families better, and spend more at local businesses. It may also make it easier for them to be productive workers. How would a countywide minimum wage affect workers, in and out of work?

If you have any feedback, questions, or suggestions regarding the Tompkins County Minimum Wage Convening: Ithaca Workers, we encourage you to complete the survey here: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8eMaI9WM2qdl28S

Join Zoom Meeting if only able to join virtually
https://cornell.zoom.us/j/97464662590?pwd=B9XDKR4eOl4WVIsYbZAmKvRaHEf8sl.1&from=addon

Meeting ID: 974 6466 2590
Passcode: 362574

Send a message to learn more

05/14/2026

The 2025-2026 HEAP Cooling Assistance Benefit opened April 15, 2026.
If you are eligible, you may receive one HEAP Cooling Assistance benefit per applicant household for the purchase and installation of an air conditioner or a fan to help your home stay cool.

Only one air conditioner or fan, for a window, portable air conditioner(not to exceed $800 with installation), or fan for an existing wall sleeve unit (not to exceed $1,000), will be provided per applicant household.

Learn more at https://otda.ny.gov/programs/heap/ -assistance