To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Kentucky and you must need financial assistance with home energy costs.
A person who participates or has family members who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as SNAP, SSI, TANF, automatically meets the eligibility requirement.
In order to qualify, you must have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:
Household Size* | Maximum Income Level (Per Year) |
---|---|
1 | $21,870 |
2 | $29,580 |
3 | $37,290 |
4 | $45,000 |
5 | $52,710 |
6 | $60,420 |
7 | $68,130 |
8 | $75,840 |
You will need to bring the following information with you when you apply:
Please note: If you are requesting assistance for natural gas or electric for the crisis component, you must bring a disconnect/past due notice (e.g. past due notice, termination notice, final notice). Applicants whose rent includes heat must bring an eviction notice from the landlord.
For more information about this program, please visit the Kentucky Department of Community Based Services.