Utility Assistance

Indiana Energy Assistance Program Guide 2025 to 2026 How to Get Up to 1000 Toward Your Heating and Electric Bills

If you live in Indiana and your winter plans mostly involve worrying about the next utility bill, the Energy Assistance Program (EAP) is absolutely worth your time. This is not a loan.

Amount: Winter benefit $150-$1,000 depending on fuel; crisis aid for shutoffs and furnace repair Deadline: Program year begins Oct 2; winter benefits close May 20 or until funds exhausted Location: Indiana

Kentucky Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program

Offers subsidy and crisis benefits to help Kentucky households afford heating and cooling, along with referrals to weatherization and community supports.

Type: Benefit Amount: Subsidy benefit $50-$250 per month during season; crisis aid up to $600 per event Deadline: Subsidy program runs Nov–Mar; crisis intake Nov–Mar and spring cooling; applications accepted until funds exhausted Location: Kentucky

Los Angeles Utility Assistance Programs 2025 Guide: How to Cut Your LADWP Bill by 30 Percent or More

If you live in Los Angeles and your utility bill makes you wince every month, you are exactly who the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power had in mind when it built its low income and Lifeline discounts.

Amount: Up to $39 monthly electric discount, 25-30% water/sewer reduction, free efficient appliances, and debt relief options Deadline: Apply anytime; renew every 2 years or when requested Location: California and Los Angeles

Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC)

Provides regular and crisis bill payment help, weatherization referrals, and energy education for qualifying Louisiana households.

Amount: $100–$1,800 per year through regular and crisis awards based on income, energy burden, and parish policies Deadline: Parishes accept applications on rotating schedules; crisis assistance year-round while funds last Location: Louisiana

Montana Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Pays part of home heating bills, delivers emergency fuel, and funds furnace repairs for eligible Montana households.

Type: Benefit Amount: $200–$2,500 per season depending on fuel type, consumption, and income; emergency grants available Deadline: Apply October 1–April 30 for regular benefits; crisis help offered year-round Location: Montana

NC DHHS: Low Income Energy Assistance

Provides annual heating bill credits and crisis assistance to eligible North Carolina households, with referrals to weatherization and utility protections.

Amount: One-time heating payment $300-$500; crisis aid for disconnections and fuel delivery Deadline: Priority enrollment opens Dec 1 for seniors/disabled; general applications accepted Jan 1–Mar 31 Location: North Carolina

Nevada Energy Assistance Program (EAP)

Provides annual credits and crisis help to offset electric, gas, and propane costs for low-income Nevada households.

Type: Benefit Amount: $180–$1,800 per year depending on income, household energy burden, and utility costs Deadline: Applications accepted July 1–June 30 each program year; apply early for full benefits Location: Nevada

Ohio Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Provides heating and cooling bill assistance, crisis grants, and weatherization referrals for Ohio households facing high energy costs.

Type: Benefit Amount: Winter heating benefit $100-$900; crisis or PIPP Plus assistance as needed Deadline: Subsidy season Nov 1–Mar 31; crisis year-round while funds last Location: Ohio

Oklahoma Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program

Provides winter heating, summer cooling, and crisis aid to help Oklahoma households manage utility costs and avoid disconnections.

Type: Benefit Amount: Seasonal benefit $75-$750; crisis aid covers arrears, deposits, and emergency fuel Deadline: Winter applications open Dec; summer cooling May; Energy Crisis Assistance available year-round while funds last Location: Oklahoma

Oregon Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Provides bill payment support, crisis assistance, and weatherization referrals for income-eligible Oregon households.

Type: Benefit Amount: $250–$1,200 per season; additional crisis deliveries or repairs available up to program limits Deadline: Applications accepted November–June or until funds are depleted; crisis aid available year-round Location: Oregon