LIHEAP — Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (Arizona)

About This Program

Federally funded program administered by Arizona DES that helps low-income households pay heating and cooling utility bills, prevent shutoffs, and access weatherization services. Benefits include up to $640/year for standard heating or cooling assistance and up to $500 for an additional crisis benefit for households facing an energy emergency. Income eligibility is 60% of State Median Income for heating/cooling/crisis; 200% Federal Poverty Level for weatherization component.

Apply through AZ DES portal or local Community Action Agency. For Phoenix/Maricopa, the cooling benefit period runs April 1–November 30. Crisis benefits available year-round for emergencies.

Key Details

• Up to $640/year for heating or cooling bill assistance
• Additional $500 crisis benefit for energy emergencies
• Income ≤ 60% State Median Income (heating/cooling/crisis)
• Apply online at AZ DES portal or through local Community Action Agency
• Cooling benefit period: April 1–November 30 in Maricopa County

How to Apply

Deadline: Cooling: April 1–November 30 (Maricopa County); Heating: December 1–March 31