◢ Florida · Utility Assistance · 2025-2026 Season
Florida's energy assistance program is called Florida Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Below: the current income table, benefit amounts, apply link, and hotline.
Season
Year-round application window.
Benefit range
Home Energy Assistance benefit typically $250 to $600 per household per program year, depending on income and household size.
Income standard
60% of Florida State Median Income OR 150% of Federal Poverty Level, whichever produces the higher threshold.
◢ Income eligibility
Gross income for the calendar month before you apply. If your household is at or below the limit, you qualify.
| Household size | Max monthly gross | Max annual gross |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $2,679 | $32,148 |
| 2 people | $3,504 | $42,048 |
| 3 people | $4,329 | $51,948 |
| 4 people | $5,154 | $61,848 |
| 5 people | $5,979 | $71,748 |
| 6 people | $6,804 | $81,648 |
| 7 people | $6,959 | $83,508 |
| 8 people | $7,113 | $85,356 |
| 9 people | $7,268 | $87,216 |
| 10 people | $7,423 | $89,076 |
Source: Florida state agency. Verified 2026-08-23. Some households above these limits may still qualify for crisis benefits.
◢ How much you can get
Home Energy Assistance benefit typically $250 to $600 per household per program year, depending on income and household size. Crisis Assistance up to $1,000 for verified shutoff notice or fuel emergency (Palm Beach County example, varies by county).
◢ Beyond the regular grant
Florida LIHEAP is administered through 27 Community Action Agencies (CAAs) covering all 67 counties. Crisis payments go directly to the utility within 48 hours for a documented shutoff. Contact your CAA, not FloridaCommerce directly, to apply.
Cooling assistance is the flagship Florida LIHEAP component. Payments can cover electric bills, AC repair, or (in some counties) window unit purchase for households with medical documentation. Priority for elderly, medically vulnerable, and households with children under 6.
◢ How to apply
Florida accepts Florida Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) applications through multiple channels. Pick the one that fits your situation. Regular benefits are first-come, first-served, so apply as soon as the season opens.
Contact your county Community Action Agency directly (list at floridajobs.org)
Dial 2-1-1 for Florida statewide CAA referral
Some CAAs accept online applications through floridaliheap.com
Visit your local CAA office in person with income documentation and a current utility bill
◢ What to bring
Every Florida household filing for Florida Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) needs the same core paperwork. Gather these first so the caseworker can process the application on the first visit.
Driver's license, state ID, passport, or birth certificate for every adult in the household.
Pay stubs, Social Security award letter, SSI/SSDI statement, unemployment benefit letter, or a signed self-employment statement.
Lease, mortgage statement, or a recent utility bill in your name at your current address.
Most recent bill from your primary heating source, plus SSNs for everyone in the household.
◢ Local offices
Florida Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is processed at the county level in Florida. Emergency benefits, in-person applications, and case questions all go through your county's Department of Social Services or equivalent office.
Local office
786-469-4640
Local office
954-357-6167
Local office
407-841-8065
Local office
813-272-5220
Local office
561-355-4792
◢ If your application is denied
Denial is not the end. Federal rule requires every Florida Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) denial notice to name the specific reason and give you an appeals path. Work through this order.
Look for the specific reason (income over limit, missing document, wrong heating source on file). Most denials are documentation issues, not eligibility.
In Florida, you generally have 60 days from the notice date to request a fair hearing. Do it in writing and keep the confirmation.
If the denial was for a missing document, you can typically reapply the same day with the corrected paperwork. No 30-day wait for documentation fixes.
If shutoff is imminent while you appeal, 211 routes to Florida community action agencies, faith-based emergency funds, and utility hardship programs that fill the gap.
◢ Official resources
Bookmark these. Every eligibility rule, dollar amount, and season date on this page traces back to one of these primary sources.
FloridaCommerce: LIHEAP Program
floridajobs.org/community-development/Low-Income-Home-Energy-Assistance-Program
Florida LIHEAP FAQ (Promise portal)
floridaliheap.com/faq
LIHEAP Clearinghouse: Florida State Profile
liheapch.acf.gov/profiles/Florida.htm
MyACCESS Florida (multi-program portal)
www.myflfamilies.com/services/public-assistance/myaccess-florida
◢ Florida utility questions
Florida Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) uses 60% of Florida State Median Income OR 150% of Federal Poverty Level, whichever produces the higher threshold. Verified against FloridaCommerce 2026 LIHEAP guidance. A one-person household must earn under $2,679 per month, with limits scaling by household size. The full table is above.
Home Energy Assistance benefit typically $250 to $600 per household per program year, depending on income and household size. Crisis Assistance up to $1,000 for verified shutoff notice or fuel emergency (Palm Beach County example, varies by county).
Year-round application window. Cooling assistance runs April through September; heating assistance runs November through March. Florida uniquely emphasizes cooling because summer heat mortality outpaces winter cold mortality statewide.
Florida LIHEAP is administered through 27 Community Action Agencies (CAAs) covering all 67 counties. Crisis payments go directly to the utility within 48 hours for a documented shutoff. Contact your CAA, not FloridaCommerce directly, to apply.
Cooling assistance is the flagship Florida LIHEAP component. Payments can cover electric bills, AC repair, or (in some counties) window unit purchase for households with medical documentation. Priority for elderly, medically vulnerable, and households with children under 6.
Most states require: proof of identity (driver's license or state ID), proof of income for the last 30 days (pay stubs, benefit letters, SSI/SSDI award), a recent utility bill or lease, and Social Security numbers for everyone in the household. Bring citizenship or eligible-immigration documents if requested.
Editorial disclaimer
GrantsHubUSA is an independent editorial blog. We do not administer Florida Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) or process applications. Always confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and contact details with the Florida state agency before applying. See our full disclaimer.
