Energy Assistance Program (EAP)
Funding Amount
$200 - $1,400
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Annual
- Tracked since
- April 2026
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Geography
- Based on energy cost, household size, and income
Other requirements
- Households with income at or below 50% of state median income
- Available to renters and homeowners
- Income: At or below 50% of state median income
- Household Status: Renters or homeowners
Overview
The Energy Assistance Program is a federally-funded grant program that helps low-income households pay utility bills. Grants are paid directly to energy providers/utility companies on behalf of eligible households.
Geographic Scope: Minnesota (available through Lake Country Power for its service territory)
Eligibility:
- Households with income at or below 50% of state median income
- Available to renters and homeowners
- Based on energy cost, household size, and income
How It Works:
- Grants are paid directly to the energy provider (utility company) for the bill
- Applicant does not receive funds directly
- Designed to help with heating season bills
Season: 2025-2026 heating season applications currently available
Application: Online application available
How to Apply
Application Process
- Access Application: Online application is available; applicant can apply directly
- Provide Information:
- Household income information
- Household size
- Current energy bills
- Rental or homeowner status
- Submit Application: Complete and submit online
- Verification: Income verification based on eligibility at or below 50% of state median income
- Grant Dispersal: If approved, grant is paid directly to Lake Country Power (or applicable utility) on behalf of the household
Eligibility Criteria
- Income: At or below 50% of state median income
- Household Status: Renters or homeowners
- Consideration Factors:
- Energy costs
- Household size
- Household income
Award Process
- Grants are paid directly to utility company, not applicant
- Funds applied directly to energy bill
- Range: $200 - $1,400 per household
Heating Season
- Current applications available for 2025-2026 heating season
What Lake Country Power actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2025
- Grants in 2025
- 1
- Total given
- $8,500
- Median grant
- $8,500
- By dollars: Minnesota 100%. Top recipient cities: Duluth, MN.
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