Government benefit
- Country
- United States
- Official name
- Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
- Run by
- US Department of Health and Human Services, run locally by states, tribes and territories
- Type
- Energy
Federally funded help with home energy bills, run by your state, tribe or territory.
Who it is for
Households with limited income that need help with heating or cooling costs.
Eligibility
Each state, tribe or territory sets its own rules within federal limits. Contact your local LIHEAP office to check.
What you get
Help paying energy bills. Depending on where you live, it may also help in an energy crisis or with weatherization.
How to apply
Apply through your state or local LIHEAP office.
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