LIHEAP, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (Arizona)
Arizona Department of Economic Security
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs LIHEAP, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (Arizona) in its Tucson, AZ research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Arizona's LIHEAP program provides energy bill assistance to low-income households by making payments directly to utility companies (including TEP, Southwest Gas). Both heating and cooling assistance are available. Crisis assistance is also available for emergency shutoffs. Note: federal LIHEAP funding faced cuts in 2025; check current status with AZ DES.
Payment made directly to utility; benefit amounts vary by household size, income, utility costs, and available funding.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Tucson, AZ, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- Tucson Housing Repair Program (THRP) Up to $25,000 ($15,000 grant + up to $10,000 deferred loan)
- Tucson Annual Residential Rehabilitation (TARR) Program Up to $12,500 ($7,500 grant + up to $5,000 deferred loan at 2% simple interest)
- City of Tucson CDBG Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Up to $75,000 for substantial rehabilitation
- Pima County Home Repair Assistance Program Varies; deferred loan or grant based on income and project
Key Details
- Income at or below 150% FPL (~$47,400/year family of 4)
- Payment made directly to utility (TEP, Southwest Gas, etc.)
- Both heating and cooling assistance available
- Crisis assistance for emergency shutoff situations
- AZ DES: 855-432-7587 or des.az.gov/liheap
How to Apply
Automated source check blocked. The cited site blocked or rate-limited our automated check on . The page may still work in your browser; opening it does not verify the program, amount, eligibility, or availability.
Track this programProgram phone: 855-HEA-PLUS (855-432-7587)
Some programs require contractor estimates, licenses, or inspections. A cited link may be general, so confirm the current rules with the administrator before hiring; a directory match does not guarantee contractor eligibility or funding.
You may need a contractor or estimate
Some programs for this project type ask for a license, inspection, or written estimate. Confirm the rule before contacting a contractor in Tucson.
Get matched with a contractorEach administrator sets its contractor rules. Confirm exact requirements directly; the cited URL may be a general agency page.
Your application paperwork
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.
- 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).
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: Rolling, contact AZ DES for current open enrollment periods
Questions about this program?
Email us at no charge. Messages are reviewed manually, but a response time is not guaranteed.
Email us about this programReport a problem with this listing
Frequently asked questions
What audience tags are recorded for LIHEAP, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (Arizona) in Tucson?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters. 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 LIHEAP, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (Arizona) in Tucson, AZ?
Confirm the application route directly with Arizona Department of Economic Security; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 855-HEA-PLUS (855-432-7587). Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
Need a Contractor for This Project?
Browse local listings or request an introduction. The Grant Map does not guarantee licensing, program experience, work quality, or funding.
More ways to save on this project
Rebates and discounts that may reduce project cost. Confirm eligibility and coordination rules before including one in your budget.
Find More Programs in Tucson, AZ
This is one of several kinds of assistance that may be available. Review other programs separately and confirm whether their administrators allow coordination for the same work.
See All Programs