Home Upgrade Grant Program
Providing holistic support to low-income Kingston homeowners.
The Home Upgrade Grants (HUG) program provides holistic support to low-income Kingston homeowners: including application support, project management, energy assessments, contractor coordination, grant assistance, and government incentives to deliver free and immediate improvements that increase the health, safety, and energy efficiency of peoples’ homes in preparation for future electrification.
How Do I Get a Home Upgrade Grant?
How Do I Get a Home Upgrade Grant?
Are You Eligible for a Home Upgrade Grant?
To qualify, you must:
- Be a Homeowner located in zip code: 12401
- Have a household income at or below 80% of the area median income (AMI)
- Be ready to make improvements in health, safety, and energy efficiency
Not sure if you are eligible? Speak with our team!
Not currently eligible? We hope to expand this program soon to renters, landlords, and new cities — stay in touch!
How Do I know If I Need Home Energy Upgrades?
Is there moisture or mold growing?
Impact
182
People Served
$93,854
Grants Given
99
Projects Complete
$481,025
Government Assistance Unlocked
Last Updated: April 2026
Real People, Real Results
Need More Resources?
For additional programs that support home repairs, housing needs, and other areas of support, visit our community resources page.
Contractor Partners
Ready to upgrade your home but don’t need a grant? We’ve partnered with trusted local contractors who specialize in home energy upgrades and healthy homes. Explore these local companies to get started on creating a safer, healthier, and more energy-efficient home today!
Energy Efficiency
Insulation
Indoor Air Quality
Energy Efficiency
Mold Remediation
General Contractor
Lead Remediation
Heat Pumps
Energy Efficiency
Questions? We're here to help!
Have questions and need help getting them answered? Send us a question, schedule a meeting, or contact us at the information below:
- Email us at homes@mid-hudson.energy
- Call us at 845-328-6254
- Visit the office at 190 Fair Street, Kingston, New York 12401 USA
Check out our other programs
We’re dedicated to supporting those most affected by rising energy costs and the impacts of climate change, especially communities that have faced the greatest harm from our current energy system. Through continuous innovation, community involvement in program design, and advocacy for sustainable change, we’re building a cleaner, fairer future. Explore our other programs to see how we’re making a difference.
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