LIHEAP

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a federally-funded initiative that helps low-income households with the costs of energy used for home heating and cooling.

Am I eligible for LIHEAP assistance?

You may qualify if your household income falls within the following income ranges:

How do I apply?

If your household income falls within the income ranges listed above, contact your local community action agency within the application deadline. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

State

2009-2010
Application Dates

Contact
Information

Agency
Homepage

Iowa

November 2, 2009 - April 30, 2010

Find contact info
for your county

Iowa Bureau of
Energy Assistance

Wisconsin

October 1, 2009 - May 15, 2010

1-866-432-8947
heat@doa.state.wi.us

Wisconsin
HomeEnergy+

Minnesota

October 15, 2009 -  April 15, 2010

1-800-657-3710
energy.info@state.mn.us

Minnesota Energy
Assistance Programs



You'll need to provide your Social Security number, a copy of your most recent heating and electric bill, and proof of your household's gross income for the past three months or for the past calendar year.

Learn more:

More information about the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program is available at the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services site:

Frequently Asked Questions

LIHEAP Brochure [PDF]