LIHEAP 2025-2026 Program Year

The Sangamon County Community Resources as administrator of the Energy Assistance Program in Sangamon County is pleased to announce that funds are available to assist income-eligible households with their natural gas, propane and/or electric bills and furnace assistance for inoperable heating systems. 

The program will begin taking applications on October 1, 2025 for older adults (60 years +), individuals with a disability, families with children under the age of six years, and households that are disconnected from their utilities, have a disconnection notice or have less than 25% in their propane tank.  All other income eligible households can start applying November 1, 2025.

You can make a Liheap appointment on September 17, 2025.  To make a LiHeap Appointment on-line click here.

All other income eligible households can start applying November 1, 2025.

The program year will run from October 1, 2025 – August 15, 2026, or until funds are exhausted.

The LIHEAP program is designed to help customers who qualify based on income and the number of people in the home for a one-time payment per program year that is paid directly to their utility/energy vendors. 

Payment is made directly to the utility. 

To submit an application, you MUST submit ALL documentation required:

1. Proof of gross income from all household members for the prior 30-day period beginning with the date of application.
2. For all customers new to LIHEAP, and/or for new household members of previous customers, proof of Social Security numbers (SSN) for all household members.  Individuals without a SSN or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) can still apply and SCCR will advise accordingly.
3. A copy of current heat and electric bills issued within the last 30 days.
4. Cash assistance is available for renters who can provide a copy of their lease/rental agreement showing their heating costs are included in the rent.   
5. Other documents may be needed based on your household situation.  If you have questions regarding this, please call our office.

Please call Sangamon County Community Resources at 217-535-3120 for schedules, and for information on what documents are needed to apply.