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    Property Tax/Rent Rebate Toolkit

    The Property Tax/Rent Rebate (PTRR) Program helps eligible Pennsylvania seniors, widows and widowers, and residents with disabilities receive rebates on property taxes or rent paid in the previous year. This toolkit is designed to help community partners, government agencies, and advocates promote awareness and participation in the program. Below, you’ll find downloadable resources, sample language, and messaging ideas to help get the word out on this impactful program. 

    How You Can Help

    As a partner of the Department of Revenue’s (DOR), you can help spread the word about the PTRR program via your communications channels, including social media, websites, newsletters, emails, etc. Specifically:
    • Explain how the PTRR program allows eligible older Pennsylvanians, widows and widowers, and individuals with disabilities to apply for a rebate up to $1,000.
    • Highlight the fact that this program has distributed billions of dollars to eligible Pennsylvanians, helping them to afford essential living expenses, including groceries, utility bills, and upgrades to personal living spaces.
    • Help the DOR and its partners encourage PA residents to connect for free with our online PTRR program application tools available at pa.gov/ptrr.
    • Follow DOR online at:

    General #PTRR Material

    You can use general #PTRR material to let people know that this financial relief is available. You can direct them to the following resources for additional information.

    Here’s a timeline of suggested actions to focus on:

    Month

    Events

    January

    • New application season opens.
    • Encourage applicants to submit an application to receive a maximum standard rebate up to $1,000.
    • Remind eligible Pennsylvanians that it’s necessary to apply for a rebate every year because eligibility is based upon annual income and property taxes/rent paid in the prior year.
    • Promote online filing through myPATH as the fastest and simplest option for submitting a rebate application.
    • Direct those eligible to pa.gov/ptrr for information on the program, application tips, and locations where free, in-person filing assistance is available.  

    February to May

    • Encourage eligible Pennsylvanians to complete their rebate applications prior to the filing deadline of June 30.
    • Encourage applicants to submit an application to receive a maximum standard rebate up to $1,000.
    • Remind eligible Pennsylvanians that it’s necessary to apply for a rebate every year because eligibility is based upon annual income and property taxes/rent paid in the prior year.
    • Promote online filing through myPATH as the fastest and simplest option for submitting a rebate application.
    • Direct those eligible to pa.gov/ptrr for information on the program, application tips, and locations where free, in-person filing assistance is available.  

    May to June

    • Watch for the announcement that the filing deadline for the PTRR program has been extended to December 31.
    • Promote the extended filing deadline and the fact that eligible applicants have additional time to submit their rebate applications.
    • Promote online filing through myPATH as the fastest and simplest option for submitting a rebate application.
    • Direct those eligible to pa.gov/ptrr for information on the program, application tips, and locations where free, in-person filing assistance is available.  

    September to November

    • Continue active promotion as the deadline approaches.
    • Send out email notifications and social media promotions encouraging online applications for faster processing.
    • Remind applicants that rebates provide up to $1,000 to eligible seniors, widows/widowers, and people with disabilities.
    • Highlight the benefits of financial relief leading up to the holiday season.

    December

    • Increase outreach leading up to the final deadline to apply on December 31.
    • Send reminders to Pennsylvanians about the approaching deadline and to check their eligibility at pa.gov/ptrr. 

    Newsletter Content

    Subject: Apply for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program Online for Free with myPATH

    Eligible Pennsylvania seniors, widows and widowers, and residents with disabilities can receive a rebate up to $1,000 from the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program. You can check your eligibility online at pa.gov/ptrr. Apply for a rebate for free online with myPATH. This tool is user-friendly, secure, and available in both English and Spanish. The rebate program is a great way to put a little money back in your pocket. 

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    Where's My Rebate? Tool
    • You or a loved one could be eligible for up to $1,000 through the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program. Learn more and apply online today at pa.gov/PTRR.

    • If you’re 65+, a widow(er) 50+, or a Pennsylvanian with a disability 18+, you may qualify for a Property Tax/Rent Rebate. Check out pa.gov/PTRR for more on eligibility and how to apply.

    • PA renters and homeowners, the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program offers rebates up to $1,000 for eligible Pennsylvanians. See if you qualify and apply now at pa.gov/PTRR

    • Applying for a Property Tax/Rent Rebate is fast, free, and secure on myPATH. Find out if you qualify and apply today at pa.gov/PTRR.

    • We have a flyer for first-time filers of the Property/Tax Rent Rebate program. Check out our tips that will help you through the application process. Then head to pa.gov/PTRR get started.

    • We’ve got step-by-step guides and resources to help you apply for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program. Read more to see if you’re eligible and apply at pa.gov/PTRR.

    • Looking for help applying for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program? Use our tool to find free in-person assistance near you: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/revenue/incentives-credits-and-programs/ptrr/ptrr-support

    • Help on your Property Tax/Rent Rebate application is a few clicks away. Use our map tool to find free in-person support: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/revenue/incentives-credits-and-programs/ptrr/ptrr-support

    • If you’ve already applied for a Property Tax/Rent Rebate, track your status anytime. Use our “Where’s My Rebate?” tracking tool to get an idea of where your rebate is in the process.

    • Use our “Where’s My Rebate?” tracking tool to check your Property Tax/Rent Rebate status 24/7.

    Hashtags: #PTRR, #Rebates, #ApplyOnline, #FinancialRelief, #Free

    Talking Points or Quick Facts

    • The PTRR program supports seniors, widows and widowers, and Pennsylvanians with disabilities by returning their hard-earned money.

    • Rebates up to $1,000 are available based on income and property taxes/rent paid.

    • Filing online through myPATH is secure, easy, free and processes faster with direct deposit.