The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a federally-funded program designed to assist low income families meet the cost of home heating.
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
NEED HELP WITH YOUR HEATING BILL?
What is LIHEAP?
The LIHEAP program, is designed to aid qualifying low-income Iowa households (homeowners and renters) in the payment of a portion of their residential heating costs for the winter heating season, to encourage regular utility payments, to promote energy awareness and to encourage reduction of energy usage through energy efficiency, LIHEAP customer education, and weatherization.
When can I apply?
Households with a member 60 years of age or older, those who are disabled, and those in crisis can begin applying October 1st – April 30 of each year.
All other applications are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis November 1 – April 30 of each year.
What do I need to have ready before I apply?
- Proof of Income (for all household members age 18 and over) Depending upon your household income
type, income documentation from the past 30 days, the last 12 months, or last calendar year, whichever
is easier or more beneficial for you. - Proof of Social Security Numbers for all household members (documentation required)
- Most recent heat bill
- Most recent electric bill
SELF-EMPLOYED/FARMERS:
Please provide a copy of your most recent federal income tax return.
WAGE EARNERS:
Please provide copies of your check stubs for the 30-day period preceding the date of application, or a copy of your most recent federal income tax return.
FIXED INCOME:
This income may include Social Security Benefits, Supplemental Security Income, Veteran’s Assistance and pensions. Please provide copies of your check stubs from the previous 30 days.
Additional countable income and/or income verification not listed above may be required for eligibility determination
