Minnesota Energy Assistance Program (EAP)

Tri-County Action Programs / MN Department of Commerce

Available Energy Assistance

About This Program

Helps low-income households pay their heating bills during the winter months. Benefit amount based on household income, size, and heating costs. Administered locally by Tri-County Action Programs for Crow Wing County residents.

Benefit varies by income, household size, and heating costs

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-17.

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Annual heating assistance up to $1,800
  • Available October 1 through May 31
  • Income at or below 60% state median
  • Helps with gas, electric, propane, wood, oil
  • Apply through Tri-County Action Programs

How to Apply

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(218) 829-7478

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Your application paperwork

Minnesota's Energy Assistance Program helps income-qualified homeowners and renters pay home heating costs and covers repair or replacement of a homeowner's broken heating system. One application also qualifies you for the free Weatherization Assistance Program. It is delivered by local service providers, so you apply through the provider that serves your area.

Steps to apply

  1. Confirm your household income is within the limit for your household size.
  2. Complete the Minnesota energy programs application online, or download it and mail it to your local service provider.
  3. Find your local service provider or request an application by calling 800-657-3710.
  4. If eligible, receive heating bill help (and furnace repair or replacement if needed); your application also feeds the free Weatherization Assistance Program.
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Documents you will likely need

  • Proof of household income for the last three months for everyone in the home.
  • A recent heating and electric bill.
  • Proof you live at the address.
  • Social Security numbers for household members, as the application requires.
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Applications accepted October 1 through May 31 annually

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