WE HAVE FUNDING FOR LIHEAP!
Application packets are available for pick-up on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 AM to 4:00 PM at: 360 E Marietta St, Decatur, IL
ATTENTION HOMEOWNERS: NEED FURNACE ASSISTANCE?
The Energy Services Program (LIHEAP) Emergency Furnace Program provides furnace assistance for homeowners from October 1, 2025 through August 15, 2026.
To qualify, you must be eligible for LIHEAP and have an existing, non-working furnace. Assistance is available for systems including:
• Natural Gas
• Boilers
• Electric
• Steam
For more information, please contact:
(217) 428-0155 ext. 1024
LIHEAP OVERVIEW
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps eligible low-income households pay for home energy services, primarily heating during the winter months.
Energy costs can place severe and ongoing stress on a family’s budget. In some cases, households are forced to make difficult decisions about which bills to pay and which basic needs to go without.
Illinois residents with a household income that does not exceed 60% of the State Median Income (SMI), based on 30-day household income, are eligible. Annual eligibility levels are determined by the Illinois Department of Commerce and are subject to available funding.
Program Purpose
LIHEAP provides direct financial assistance, energy counseling, outreach, and education to help offset the rising cost of home energy. The program also serves as a gateway to other essential social services.
Although low-income households may not use more energy than the average household, they often pay a much higher percentage of their income toward energy bills—sometimes as much as 33%, compared to 5% for the average household.
2025 Income Guidelines for the 2026 Program Year
Family Size 60% SMI 30 Day Income 60% SMI Annual Income
1 $3,332 $39,979
2 $4,357 $52,281
3 $5,382 $64,582
4 $6,407 $76,884
5 $7,432 $89,185
6 $8,457 $101,486
7 $8,649 $103,793
8 $8,842 $106,099
9 $9,034 $108,406
10 $9,226 $110,712
11 $9,418 $113,019
12 $9,611 $115,326
13 $10,206 $122,475
14 $10,894 $130,725
15 $11,581 $138,975
16 $12,269 $147,225
17 $12,956 $155,475
18 $13,644 $163,725
For families with more than 18 persons, add $688 for each additional person.
ITEMS CLIENTS MUST BRING
To complete your application, please bring the following printed documents:
- Social Security Cards for the entire household
- Current Power Bill
- Income documentation for all household members covering the past 30 days, including sources such as SSI, SSA, wages, TANF, pensions, or any other income received
- Current rent receipt or proof of homeownership
- If you have ZERO income:
- Proof of application for DHS programs such as Cash (AABD/TANF/Government Assistance), Medical Assistance, or SNAP Benefit Award letter/Card
PLEASE NOTE:
All items must be printed and ready at your appointment. We need those items physically. We cannot accept an image on your cell phone, or email. In the event that you need to print something out, come before your scheduled appointment and you can use our computer lab. Thank you and have a great day!
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