Energy Assistance Program

The Energy Assistance Program (EAP) helps pay for home heating costs and furnace repairs for income-qualified households.

EAP is federally funded through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Apply for EAP

Grants are:

  • For renters or homeowners
  • For households with income at or below 60 percent of the state median income
  • Based on energy cost, household size, and income

Services may include:

  • Payment of energy bills
  • Help with utility disconnections or fuel deliveries.
  • Education on efficient and safe use of energy.
  • Advocacy with energy suppliers and human service providers.
  • Repair or replacement of homeowners' broken heating systems.

To apply for EAP, you can request an application or find your local EAP provider.

EAP eligibility is based on the three most recent months of income.

2023 Maximum EAP Income Guidelines

For household size 1-16, based on 50% SMI. For household size 17-20, based on FPG.

Household Size Annual Income 3 Month Max. Guidelines
1 $30,572 $7,643
2 $39,979 $9,994
3 $49,386 $12,346
4 $58,793 $14,698
5 $68,200 $17,050
6 $77,607 $19,401
7 $79,371 $19,842
8 $81,135 $20,283
9 $82,898 $20,724
10 $84,662 $21,165
11 $86,426 $21,606
12 $88,190 $22,047
13 $89,954 $22,488
14 $91,717 $22,929
15 $93,481 $23,370
16 $95,245 $23,811
17* $98,022 $24,505
18* $103,214 $25,803
19* $108,406 $27,101
20* $113,598 $28,399

* 110% of Federal Poverty Guideline is greater.