Nevada Energy Assistance Program (EAP / LIHEAP)

About This Program

Nevada's Energy Assistance Program (EAP) uses federal LIHEAP funds and state Universal Energy Charge revenue to help low-income households pay heating and cooling bills. Benefits are paid directly to the energy provider as a one-time annual payment. Households earning at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Level qualify. Benefits range from $360 to $3,136 depending on household size, income, and energy usage.

Income at or below 150% Federal Poverty Level; benefit paid once per year to utility; apply at DWSS offices, by mail, or via energyhelp.us; benefit is not a home repair grant but helps with ongoing energy cost

Key Details

• Annual benefit of $360-$3,136 paid directly to your energy provider
• Income limit: at or below 150% of Federal Poverty Level
• Apply at DWSS Las Vegas office: 330 E. Flamingo Rd. #55
• Also apply online at energyhelp.us or call NEAR hotline: 1-866-674-6327
• Note: Utility bill assistance only, not a home repair grant

How to Apply

Deadline: Ongoing, program year July 1-June 30; apply until funds exhausted