Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

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Available Energy Assistance

About This Program

Federal energy assistance for low-income households to help pay heating bills. Available through local community action agencies in King County. Helps prevent utility shutoffs and ensures safe heating during winter.

Average heating assistance grant during winter season

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

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

Key Details

  • Up to $1,000 for heating costs
  • Income at or below 150% federal poverty level
  • Seasonal program (Oct–Apr typically)
  • Apply through local community action agency
  • Helps prevent utility shutoffs

How to Apply

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(800) 290-3857

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Your application paperwork

Indiana runs LIHEAP as the Energy Assistance Program (EAP), a once-a-year benefit paid directly to your utility company to help with winter heating and electric costs. You apply online through the EAP Connect portal or in person with a Local Service Provider, and there is no single statewide paper form you download and mail in yourself.

Steps to apply

  1. Confirm your household income is at or below 60 percent of the Indiana state median income (the program publishes a monthly and 3-month income table by household size).
  2. Open the official IHCDA Energy Assistance Program page at in.gov to confirm the current application window (the season runs roughly October through April and reopens in fall 2026).
  3. Create an account and complete the application in the EAP Connect online portal at https://ihcda.rhsconnect.com, or contact your county Local Service Provider to apply in person or request a paper application.
  4. Upload or submit your proof of income, current utility bills or account statements, and a lease or tenant verification statement if utilities are included in your rent.
  5. Submit the application; your Local Service Provider reviews it, determines eligibility, and pays any approved benefit directly to your utility company.
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Documents you will likely need

  • Proof of income for the most recent period for all household members
  • Current utility bills or account statements (heating and electric)
  • Lease or Tenant Verification Statement if utilities are included in your rent
  • Photo identification and Social Security numbers for household members (as requested by your Local Service Provider)
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: Seasonal; typically October–April

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