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LIHEAP energy-bill help

Helps low-income households pay heating or cooling bills, avoid shutoffs, and sometimes repair a furnace. You apply through your state or local agency — never through a paid middleman.

Typical award

Often $300–$1,000+

Time to apply

20–45 min

Ease

Easy apply
Find your state office

Why this is (relatively) easy

If you meet income rules and funds are open, it is assistance — not a judged contest.

Who usually qualifies

  • Income within your state's limit (often 150% of poverty or 60% of state median)
  • Homeowners and renters
  • Households facing a shutoff may get crisis help faster

What to have ready

  • Proof of identity and address
  • Recent energy bill
  • Income for household members

Steps

  1. 1

    Use EnergyHelp.us to find your state's LIHEAP office.

  2. 2

    Apply online or in person — there is no federal fee.

  3. 3

    If you are in shutoff, say it is a crisis application.

Deadline: Most states open in fall; crisis help can be year-round. Official program page

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