DC Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

DC Dept. of Energy & Environment (DOEE)

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$200-$1,800 per year
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About This Program

The Grant Map catalogs DC Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) in its Washington, DC research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.

LIHEAP provides one-time annual energy bill assistance of $200-$1,800 to income-eligible DC households, based on household size, income, heating source, and dwelling type. A separate emergency benefit covers up to $500 for households facing disconnection or with heating oil below 5% capacity. Income limits for FY26 range from $61,841 (1 person) to $156,982 (6 persons).

Estimated at the median of the published range ($200-$1,800), roughly $1,000 for a typical qualifying household.

The cited general URL responded on 2026-09-17; it does not confirm this program or amount.

Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • One-time annual benefit of $200-$1,800
  • Emergency crisis benefit up to $500 for disconnection
  • Income limit: ~$61,841 (1 person) / $118,926 (4 persons) FY26
  • Apply online at DC ECOS portal or call 311
  • Applications open December 1 each fiscal year

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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.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • 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: (202) 737-4404

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Deadline: Applications open December 1 each year; apply promptly as funds are limited

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Frequently asked questions

What amount is listed for DC Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) in Washington, DC?

The Grant Map record states: $200-$1,800 per year. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.

What audience tags are recorded for DC Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) in Washington?

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 DC Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) in Washington, DC?

Confirm the application route directly with DC Dept. of Energy & Environment (DOEE); use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (202) 737-4404. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Applications open December 1 each year; apply promptly as funds are limited.

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