The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps low-income households pay some energy costs associated with heating their home. LIHEAP is administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS). Check the below table to see if you and your family qualify. The LIHEAP season closed on April 18, 2025.
Your household may be eligible for a discount on your energy bill and/or additional benefits, including debt forgiveness. Select the option to share your information with the DHS when you apply for LIHEAP to take advantage of more personalized support. Learn how your information is shared.
2024-2025 FEDERAL INCOME GUIDELINES: LIHEAP
| 1 |
$1,883 |
$22,596 |
| 2 |
$2,555 |
$30,660 |
| 3 |
$3,228 |
$38,730 |
| 4 |
$3,900 |
$46,800 |
| 5 |
$4,573 |
$54,870 |
| 6 |
$5,245 |
$62,940 |
| Each additional |
$673 |
$8,076 |
Please note, if you have received an increase in benefits due to the cost-of-living adjustment, you may still be qualified for LIHEAP funding. Please refer to
LIHEAP (pa.gov) for additional information and County Assistance Office locations.
CASH GRANTS
You do not need to have an unpaid balance to qualify. LIHEAP grants can be applied to a past balance in order to establish service at a new address. The amount allowed to post against prior bills is limited to 50% to ensure a portion of the LIHEAP cash grant goes toward future energy needs.
TO APPLY FOR A CASH GRANT, YOU’LL NEED THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:
- Name and date of birth for all household members
- Proof of income for all household members
- Social Security Numbers for all household members
- A copy of your most recent utility bill (both electric and gas if appropriate)
HOW TO APPLY:
- Apply using COMPASS, the online tool for Pennsylvanians to apply for health and human service programs.
- Visit one of the local county assistance offices listed below to file an application.
- Call the LIHEAP Client Helpline at 1-866-857-7095, Monday through Friday. Individuals with hearing impairments may call the TDD number at 1-800-451-5866.
- Updated application process for the 2024-2025 season: LIHEAP applicants now have the option to share certain application information directly with public utilities. This can help you access utility assistance programs more easily. Your household may be eligible for a discount on your energy bill and/or additional benefits, including debt forgiveness. Learn more about how your information is shared.