Behind on your energy bills? LIHEAP may be able to help.

​Get to Know LIHEAP​​

​​LIHEAP stands for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance ​Program.​

It may be able to help you pay yo​​​ur energy bill. ​​​​

LIHEAP is a federally funded program that helps low-income households pay for heating or cooling in their homes. 

Many Californians struggling with higher energy costs and making ends meet may qualify. 

​​LIHEAP can offer a one-time payment to help you:​​​

• ​Pay your heating or cooling bills, even if you use wood, propane, or oil.​

• In an emergency or energy crisis, such as a utility disconnection.​​
  

In addition to help with paying ​​your energy bill, LIHEAP can also provide in-home weatherization services for:

​​​Federal Funding Status

California continues to receive federal funding for Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) energy bill and weatherization assistance. Under the current federal budget, California has received $215,756,159 in LIHEAP funding for 2025, equal to about 90 percent of what was provided to California in 2024 under the annual federal LIHEAP appropriation. 

Federal funding for LIHEAP is limited, and local LIHEAP service providers prioritize benefits and services for particularly vulnerable households. As a result, some households eligible for LIHEAP may not qualify for a benefit in order to prioritize assistance for households with the greatest need.

To learn more about the availability of LIHEAP services in your area, please contact your local service provider by visiting Find Services in Your Area and selecting the Energy Bill Assistance and Weatherization Provider in your City or County.

Updated as of March 6,​ 2025​