Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

SC Office of Economic Opportunity

Available Energy Assistance

About This Program

Federally funded program to help low-income households pay heating and cooling bills. Provides one-time payment assistance and crisis intervention for disconnection threats. Priority for seniors, disabled, and families with young children.

One-time energy assistance payment based on household need

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

Key Details

  • Assistance with heating and cooling bills
  • Income at or below 150% federal poverty level
  • Priority for seniors, disabled, families with young children
  • Crisis assistance for disconnection threats
  • Administered through Central Midlands COG in Lexington

How to Apply

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Deadline: Seasonal applications (cooling: May-Sept; heating: Nov-Mar)

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