Florida Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
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Program Description
Florida’s Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program provides grants to local governments and non-profit agencies to assist eligible low-income Florida households in meeting the costs of home heating and cooling. The majority of the funds are used for utility payment assistance.
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program can assist customers pay their home energy expenses. The program has three categories of assistance: home energy assistance, crisis assistance, and weather related or supply shortage energy crisis assistance. Each category has unique requirements.
Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Florida and you must need financial assistance for home energy costs.
In order to qualify, you must have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:
| Household Size* | Maximum Income Level (Per Year) |
|---|---|
| 1 | $18,090 |
| 2 | $24,360 |
| 3 | $30,630 |
| 4 | $36,900 |
| 5 | $43,170 |
| 6 | $49,440 |
| 7 | $55,710 |
| 8 | $61,980 |
A person who participates or has family members who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) or certain needs-tested Veterans benefits may be automatically eligible.
Application Process
To get an application and to find out how and where to apply for help, contact your local LIHEAP provider.
Look for the county in which you live- the agency’s name, address and telephone number will be located below the name of the county. Call that agency and they will help you with the application process.
Contact Information
For more information, please visit the LIHEAP homepage.
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