Tennessee Department of Human Services / ETHRA
Federally funded program providing energy bill payment assistance to low-income households. Administered locally by East Tennessee Human Resource Agency (ETHRA) for Blount County residents. Priority for elderly, disabled, and households with young children. Benefits paid directly to utility companies.
Average assistance based on household size, income, and energy burden
Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
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Deadline: Seasonal application periods; contact ETHRA
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