Minnesota Energy Assistance Program (EAP)
Minnesota Department of Commerce / Tri-County Action Program
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Minnesota Energy Assistance Program (EAP) in its Alexandria, MN research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Federally funded program that helps income-qualified households in Alexandria pay winter heating bills. Benefit amount is based on income, household size, fuel type, and heating costs.
Average benefit $500–$1,200 depending on household size and income level
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
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Key Details
- Up to $1,600 for winter heating bills
- Income-qualified households in Alexandria
- Apply October 1 – May 31 each year
- Administered by Tri-County Action Program
- Covers gas, electric, propane, wood, oil
How to Apply
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Track this programProgram phone: (320) 251-1612
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Your application paperwork
Minnesota's Energy Assistance Program helps income-qualified homeowners and renters pay home heating costs and covers repair or replacement of a homeowner's broken heating system. One application also qualifies you for the free Weatherization Assistance Program. It is delivered by local service providers, so you apply through the provider that serves your area.
Steps to apply
- Confirm your household income is within the limit for your household size.
- Complete the Minnesota energy programs application online, or download it and mail it to your local service provider.
- Find your local service provider or request an application by calling 800-657-3710.
- If eligible, receive heating bill help (and furnace repair or replacement if needed); your application also feeds the free Weatherization Assistance Program.
Documents you will likely need
- Proof of household income for the last three months for everyone in the home.
- A recent heating and electric bill.
- Proof you live at the address.
- Social Security numbers for household members, as the application requires.
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: October 1 – May 31 annually
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Minnesota Energy Assistance Program (EAP) in Alexandria, MN?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $1,600 annual heating assistance. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Minnesota Energy Assistance Program (EAP) in Alexandria?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters. It also carries a low-income tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Minnesota Energy Assistance Program (EAP) in Alexandria, MN?
Confirm the application route directly with Minnesota Department of Commerce / Tri-County Action Program; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (320) 251-1612. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: October 1 - May 31 annually.
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