Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Managing Agency:
Program Description
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps eligible low-income households with:
- Home energy bills
- Energy crises
- Weatherization and minor energy-related home repairs
General Program Requirements
Your annual household income (before taxes) must also be below the maximum income level for your state and household size.
Here's an example:
Household Size* | Maximum Income Level (Per Year) |
---|---|
1 | $17,505 |
2 | $23,595 |
3 | $29,685 |
4 | $35,775 |
5 | $41,865 |
6 | $47,955 |
7 | $54,045 |
8 | $60,135 |
The requirements may be different in each state.
If at least one member of your household gets help from a program like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), or certain Veteran benefits, you may qualify automatically.
Application Process
To find out if you qualify for benefits, contact your:
If you need help to apply, call the National Energy Assistance Referral (NEAR) project:
- 1-866-674-6327
- TTY 1-866-367-6228
NEAR is a free service that can tell you where to apply.
Program Contact Information
Contact NEAR to learn more about LIHEAP.
- Call 1-866-674-6327 or TTY 1-866-367-6228, or
- Email NEAR at: energyassistance@ncat.org
You may also contact your state, territory, or tribal LIHEAP office.