West Virginia Heating Assistance Program (WVHAP)

WV Department of Health & Human Resources

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Availability: Available
Listed amount: Up to $800 per season

About This Program

The Grant Map catalogs West Virginia Heating Assistance Program (WVHAP) in its Princeton, WV research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.

Federal LIHEAP program administered by West Virginia to assist low-income households with heating bills during winter months. Priority for households with elderly, disabled, or children under 6.

Grant amount based on income, household size, and energy costs

Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

Assistance up to $800 per heating season
Income at or below 150% federal poverty level
Priority for elderly, disabled, young children
Applications accepted October-March
Helps pay heating bills

How to Apply

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Documents you will likely need

Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
A recent utility bill for the home (energy and weatherization programs use it to confirm service and usage).
Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).

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Program phone: (304) 558-8860

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Deadline: Applications accepted October-March annually

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Frequently asked questions

What amount is listed for West Virginia Heating Assistance Program (WVHAP) in Princeton, WV?

The Grant Map record states: Up to $800 per season. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.

What audience tags are recorded for West Virginia Heating Assistance Program (WVHAP) in Princeton?

The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters. It also carries a low-income tag. It carries a senior-related tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.

How do I apply for West Virginia Heating Assistance Program (WVHAP) in Princeton, WV?

Confirm the application route directly with WV Department of Health & Human Resources; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (304) 558-8860. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Applications accepted October-March annually.

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