LIHEAP
2022-2023 Iowa Home Energy Assistance Program
The 2022-2023 Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) has been established to help qualifying low-income Iowa homeowners and renters pay for a portion of their primary heating costs for the winter heating season.
The assistance is based on household income, household size, type of fuel, and type of housing.
If you are not sure where to apply, Dial 2-1-1, or visit https://humanrights.iowa.gov/dcaa/where-apply to contact your local community action agency, or write to:
LIHEAP
Iowa Department of Human Rights
Capitol Complex
Des Moines, IA 50319
Income Maximums:
Household Size 1: Annual Gross Income $27,180
Household Size 2: Annual Gross Income $36,620
Household Size 3: Annual Gross Income $46,060
Household Size 4: Annual Gross Income $55,500
Household Size 5: Annual Gross Income $64,940
Household Size 6: Annual Gross Income $74,380
Household Size 7: Annual Gross Income $83,820
Household Size 8: Annual Gross Income $93,260
For households with more than eight members, add $9,440 for each additional member.
When to Apply:
Elderly (60 & over) and/or disabled:
October 1, 2022 to April 30, 2023
All other households:
November 1, 2022 to April 30, 2023
WHAT TO TAKE:
- Proof of Income (for all household members age 18, and over)-Depending upon your household income type, income documentation from the past 30 days, the last 12 months, or last calendar year, whichever is easier or more beneficial for you.
- Proof of Social Security Numbers for all household members (documentation required)
- Most recent heat bill
- Most recent electric bill
WAGE EARNERS:
Please bring copies of your check stubs for the 30-day period preceding the date of application, or a copy of your most recent federal income tax return.
FIXED INCOME:
This income may include: Social Security Benefits, Supplemental Security Income, Veteran’s Assistance, Unemployment Insurance, and pensions. Please bring copies of your check stubs from the previous 30 days.
SELF-EMPLOYED/FARMERS:
Please bring a copy of your most recent federal income tax return.
If you receive alimony or child support, it will also need to be verified. Additional income not listed here may be required.
