With the previous cold temperatures and the dramatic rise in some heating fuel costs, families may need help with their utility bill. The Low-income Home Energy Assistance Program (LiHEAP) through Mid-Sioux Opportunity, Inc. may be able to help. Applications will be taken through April 30, 2023. This program is funded by the Department of Health and Human Services through the Iowa Department of Human Rights/DCAA and has been established to help qualifying low-income Iowa homeowners and renters pay for a portion of their primary heating costs.
Applicants will need to furnish a copy of their most recent heating and electric bill, birthdates of all household members, original Social Security or I-94 card for each household member, and proof of all household members’ gross income for the past calendar year (Federal Income Tax Return 2021 or 2022), the past month (4 weeks) or for the past twelve (12) months.
This program is not designed to pay a household’s total energy costs. It will provide supplemental assistance based on several factors including household income, household size, and type of heating fuel. After a household is approved for assistance, a one-time payment will be made to the primary fuel vendor. Payments will be credited on a first come/first served basis as the Iowa Department of Human Rights makes funds available. All payments are subject to availability of funds. Eligibility for participation is established according to the following federal income guidelines:
MAXIMUM INCOME PER HOUSEHOLD
HOUSEHOLD SIZE ANNUAL GROSS INCOME
1 $27,180
2 $36,620
3 $46,060
4 $55,500
5 $69,940
For families with more than five members add $9,440 for each additional member.
**Please call your local outreach office to apply for LiHEAP:
Cherokee County
712-225-3322
Mon-Wed-Fri
8:00 – 4:30

Plymouth County
712-546-6603 or 712-225-3322
Tuesday & Thursday
9:00 – 4:00