Assistance is available for individuals who are experiencing difficulty paying their electric and/or gas utility bills as a result of COVID-19. Eligible applicants will receive a $600 benefit that can be used towards payment for home heating and cooling services.
Contact your local community action agency and have the following documentation available:
Household income determines the minimum requirements for energy assistance.
| INCOME LIMITS | |
|---|---|
| # Household Members | Monthly Household Income Limit |
| 1 | $2,011 |
| 2 | $2,630 |
| 3 | $3,249 |
| 4 | $3,868 |
| 5 | $4,486 |
| 6 | $5,105 |
| 7 | $5,221 |
| 8 | $5,337 |
| 9 | $5,453 |
| 10 | $5,569 |
Please note that other eligibility requirements may be required and assistance is not guaranteed. Assistance is available until funds are depleted.
LIHEAP is a federally funded program that helps low-income households with their home energy bills. The LIHEAP program may provide bill payment assistance and/or energy crisis assistance.
Click here for more information on the program.
