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Alabama Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Alabama

What is Alabama Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)?

The Low-Income High Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) assists low-income Alabama residents with the high cost of home energy. Funding is provided from the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) block grant through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Administration

Alabama Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is administered by Alabama.

Program Requirements

Qualification Requirements Last Updated on 2025-03-01

To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Alabama and you must need financial assistance with home energy costs.

A person who participates or has family members who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as SNAP, SSI, TANF, automatically meets the eligibility requirement.

In order to qualify, you must have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:

Annual Household Income Limits (before taxes)
Household Size* Maximum Income Level (Per Year)
1 $22,590
2 $30,660
3 $38,730
4 $46,800
5 $54,870
6 $62,940
7 $71,010
8 $79,080

*For households with more than eight people, add $8,070 per additional person. Always check with the appropriate managing agency to ensure the most accurate guidelines.

Application Details

What is the application process for Alabama Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)?

To apply, contact a Community Action Agency in your area using the Community Action Association of Alabama's Agency Finder.

Contact Info

334-242-4909

How to Apply

Community Action Agency Locator

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