South Carolina Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)
- Listed: February 19, 2019 12:08 pm
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Description
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Program Description
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) provides Direct Assistance for Heating and Cooling; Emergency Crisis Assistance Program (ECAP) for Heating and Cooling; and Supplemental Funding for the Low-Income Weatherization Program (WAP). LIHEAP is a Federal emergency assistance block grant funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of South Carolina 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 | $18,210 |
2 | $24,690 |
3 | $31,170 |
4 | $37,650 |
5 | $44,130 |
6 | $50,610 |
7 | $57,090 |
8 | $63,570 |
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 apply for the low income energy assistance program, please visit the Office of Economic Opportunity page, and select your county.
Contact Information
For more information about this program, please visit the South Carolina LIHEAP Clearinghouse page.
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