LIHEAP Energy Assistance — Byrd Barr Place (Seattle)

About This Program

Byrd Barr Place administers the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for Seattle residents, providing heating bill assistance of $250–$1,250 per year, with crisis assistance up to $13,000 for emergencies such as furnace failure. Gross household income must be at or below 150% of the federal poverty level (approx. $48,000 for a family of four). Also administers the State Home Energy Assistance Program (SHEAP) for additional aid.

Typical LIHEAP benefit is $800–$1,250 for heating; crisis assistance for heating equipment failure can reach $13,000.

Key Details

• Heating assistance $250–$1,250; crisis assistance up to $13,000
• Gross income at or below 150% federal poverty level
• Apply online or at 722 18th Ave, Seattle; open Mon–Fri 9am–5pm
• Applications accepted through July 2026 while funds last
• Email energyassistance@byrdbarr.place or call 206-812-4940

How to Apply

Deadline: Applications accepted through July 2026 (until funds exhausted)