Utility Assistance


Missouri Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Energy Assistance (EA) & Energy Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP) are two components of LIHEAP

ENERGY ASSISTANCE (EA)
The EA program pays on primary bill only. In the month of October we only accept applications for the elderly (60+) and disabled. Grant amounts are determined by household size and income. This grant is awarded once a program year. Applicants may apply by mail, fax or come into the office. Customer is responsible for completing energy application and providing hard documentation needed for processing. Once an application has been submitted and determined eligible, that application is good for the entire program year (October 1st thru September 30th). A new application will be required if the customer has moved or changed vendors.

ENERGY CRISIS INTERVENTION PROGRAM (ECIP)
The application and guidelines are the same as EA. Once an application has been submitted and determined eligible, that application is good for the entire program year (October 1st thru September 30th). ECIP will pay on primary &/or secondary heating bills if they are in threat of being disconnected, disconnected or cash on delivery.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICATIONS:

Eligibility for benefits under this program is limited to households who:
Are responsible for paying home heating costs and
Are U.S. citizens, or aliens legally admitted for permanent residence and
Do not have available resources in excess of $3,000 and
Applicants must also meet specific income guidelines that vary according to household size


DOCUMENTATION NEEDED FOR PROCESSING:
  • LIHEAP application that is completed with signature & date. (All boxes must be filled in). 
  • Social Security cards for all household members. The full Social Security Number must also be written on the application for each household member. 
  • Proof of ALL income in the household for the month prior to the date application is received by our agency. (Example: If the agency receives your application in October, we need all income for September for any household member 18 years and older). 
  • Proof of primary and secondary heat source. (Example: If natural gas, propane, fuel oil or wood is used to primarily head the home, we will need a statement from the heating vendor along with your current electric bill with name, address and account number listed). If primary heat source is in a landlord's name, please list the landlord's name, mailing address and phone number on the application. 
  • Please note: Once we begin processing the LIHEAP application, more information may be may be needed an we will contact the applicant by mail. 
​APPLICATIONS:
You may come into the office and apply.

HOW TO APPLY:
Download the LIHEAP app below. 

Please complete on your computer, print and return the completed application to:
JFCAC
ATTN:  LIHEAP
PO Box 920
Hillsboro, MO 63050

CONTACT US:
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: 636-789-2686

Applications can be submitted in person, by mail or by email.

Click Below To Apply Online

Documents / Links
This project/program is funded 100% at $2,322,143 with federal funds received from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services provided by the Missouri Department of Social Services.