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Low-Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance program (LIHEAP) is a federally funded program that provides eligible households with financial help to pay for energy costs.

What Can I Get Help With?

LIHEAP can assist with paying your energy bill and may have other services available to help with essential needs.

How to Apply

Check Eligibility

Make sure you meet the eligibility guidelines. Read more about program eligibility.

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Application Options

Connect with an Agency to help you apply for assistance.

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Who Can Participate?

  • Be an Illinois resident
  • Be a U.S. citizen or be legally admitted for permanent residence
  • Live in the household, be responsible for paying the utility bill, must be over 18 and included on the application
  • Have $3000 or less in bank accounts, investments or retirement accounts
  • Meet specific income guidelines – see income chart

For more information about requirements, contact the Contracted Agency in your area.

Income Eligibility Chart

People in
Household (#)
30 Day Income Annual Income
1 $2,510 $30,120
2 $3,407 $40,880
3 $4,303 $51,640
4 $5,200 $62,400
5 $6,097 $73,160
6 $6,993 $83,920
7 $7,890 $94,680
8 $8,427 $101,127
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