The Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) is a Federally funded program that helps eligible households pay a portion of their home energy costs by providing a one-time per year benefit. The 2022 LIEAP application period is Monday, January 3, 2022, through Thursday, March 31, 2022. Applications must be received prior to 5:00 PM, March 31, 2022. Benefit levels vary according to household income, number of persons living at the address, type of dwelling, and type of heating fuel. In order to qualify, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- An adult living at the address must be personally responsible for paying the heating costs incurred at the current residence, payable either to the landlord or the fuel vendor.
- Applicants must demonstrate a recent history of payments toward purchase of the primary heating energy. The combined gross income (before deductions) of all persons living at the address may not exceed 150% of the federal poverty level according to the guidelines listed below:
2022 Income Eligibility Guidelines
| Persons Living at the Address | Maximum Gross Monthly Income |
| 1 | $1,610 |
| 2 | $2,178 |
| 3 | $2,745 |
| 4 | $3,313 |
| 5 | $3,880 |
| 6 | $4,448 |
| 7 | $5,015 |
| 8 | $5,583 |
$568 For Each Additional Person
To apply, print or complete the application online at http://www.dcf.ks.gov/services/ees/Pages/EnergyAssistance.aspx or contact your local DCF office.
By: Brenda Langdon
