LIHEAP Winter Crisis Assistance: Help for Heating Emergencies Through March 27

Winter can bring more than cold temperatures—it can also bring serious financial strain for households struggling with heating costs. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Winter Crisis is currently open to help eligible households facing heating emergencies.

What the LIHEAP Winter Crisis Program Covers

This program assists households experiencing:

• Imminent loss of heat

• Low fuel supply

• Eviction due to unpaid utility bills

Enrollment is open through March 27, 2026, and applications are accepted on a first‑come, first‑served basis.

Benefits are paid directly to the energy vendor and may cover:

• Electric

• Natural gas

• Propane

• Coal

• Wood

• Fuel oil

Who Can Apply and Where

Eligible households must meet income guidelines of 150% of the Federal Poverty Level.

Residents in the Bluegrass region can apply through their local Community Action Agency, including:

• Community Action Council (Fayette, Bourbon, Harrison, Nicholas counties)

• Bluegrass Community Action Partnership (Anderson, Boyle, Franklin, Garrard, Jessamine, Lincoln, Mercer, Scott, Woodford counties)

• Kentucky River Foothills Development Council (Clark, Estill, Madison, Powell counties)

If you or someone you know is struggling to stay warm this winter, we encourage reaching out as soon as possible. Programs like LIHEAP exist to help families remain safe and secure during the coldest months of the year.