United Community Action Partnership - Cosmos Office

Households are eligible based on 200% of Federal Poverty Income Guidelines or if eligible for assistance under the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) income limit of 50% of State Median Income, whichever is greater. Households receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) within the last 12 months are also eligible. Priority is given to households with:

• Elderly or disabled family members
• Children under 19 years of age
• High energy consumption

Please note that the wait time for assistance, after eligibility has been determined, varies between local WAP providers. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Income limits
• Available to both homeowners and renters
• Provides a one-time grant to the home

Weatherization service provided in Cottonwood, Jackson, Kandiyohi, Lincoln, Lyon, McLeod, Meeker, Murray, Nobles, Pipestone, Redwood, Renville and Rock counties.

Complete the online application for both Energy Assistance and Weatherization Assistance. Or download and print an application, and mail it to your local service provider:

• English Application
• Spanish Application
• Hmong Application
• Somali Application
• Vietnamese Application

Applications can also be picked up from your local service provider, or Minnesota residents can obtain an application and more information by calling (800) 657-3710 or email: [email protected] ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: How to apply

There is no fee.