Low-Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a federally-funded program designed to assist low income families meet the cost of home heating by providing a one-time payment to the heating utility. LIHEAP is a federally-funded program. Homeowners and renters are eligible, within the federal poverty guidelines. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis November 1 - April 30 of each year. Households with a member 60 years of age or older, those who are disabled, and those in crisis can begin applying October 1st.  Visit your local community action outreach office to apply for this and other programs. 

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program Income Guidelines

The total household income for an applicant must be at or below 200% of the 2023 federal poverty guidelines. These guidelines are for October 1, 2023 - September 30, 2024.

* For households with more than eight members, add $10,280 annually for each additional member.

** All income will be annualized.  Income will be collected for a 30 day period – counting back 30 calendar days from the day before the date of application, the most recent calendar year, or the most recent 12-month period.