The Energy Assistance Program (EAP) helps pay home heating costs and furnace repairs for income-qualified households. EAP is federally funded through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Grants are:
Available for renters or homeowners
For households with income at or below 50 percent of the state median average
Based on household size, income, fuel type and energy usage
Services may include:
Payment of energy bills
Help with utility disconnections or necessary fuel deliveries.
Education on efficient and safe use of home heating energy.
Advocacy with energy suppliers and human service providers on behalf of consumers.
Repair or replacement of homeowners' malfunctioning heating systems.
How to apply for assistance:
View the EAP eligibility guidelines to see if you might be eligible.
Call 1-800-657-3710 to have your local EAP provider send you an application.
Or you can complete one of the applications below and mail it to your local EAP provider. Find your local EAP provider by selecting your county or Indian reservation below.
List of energy assistance providers by county. Click on the county name to see the contact information.
Kootasca Community Action Council
218-327-2941 or 1-800-422-0312
Grand Rapids and International Falls, MN
List of energy assistance providers by indian reservation. Click on the reservation name to see the contact information.
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