Energy Assistance

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Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps families pay a portion of their winter heating costs.   A one-time payment will be made to a heating or fuel company to supplement the cost of heating bills. Additional financial assistance may be available for furnace repair/replacement and the cost of an air conditioner for medical reasons. Eligibility is up to 200% of the federal poverty level for the previous fiscal year.

Priority is given to elderly (60 & over) and/or disabled to apply October 1st - April 30th
All other households can apply November 1st - April 30th.

Please contact (800) 873-1899 or (641) 423-7766 for more information or contact an outreach office in your area to apply in person.

To complete an online application, click the following link:  https://app.liheapia.net/

Additional information is available on the 2023-2024 LIHEAP flyer.
Printable application and Application Checklist