Alabama LIHEAP, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program

ADECA, Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs

Available Energy Assistance

About This Program

Alabama LIHEAP, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program is available to homeowners and renters in Birmingham, AL.

Alabama's LIHEAP program provides cash assistance to low-income households to offset heating and cooling energy costs, administered by ADECA through local community action agencies. Standard heating benefits range from $280-$580 and cooling benefits from $320-$520, with crisis benefits up to $1,100 for winter emergencies. Benefits are paid directly to the utility or fuel vendor.

Heating benefit: $280-$580; Cooling: $320-$520; Winter Crisis: up to $1,100.

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

In Birmingham, AL, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Income must not exceed 150% of Federal Poverty Level
  • Heating assistance October through April; cooling May through September
  • Benefits paid directly to utility or fuel vendor
  • Separate Winter and Summer Crisis programs for emergencies
  • Apply through local community action agency or call 2-1-1

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

334-242-5100

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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).
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Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Heating: Oct 1, Apr 30; Cooling: May 1, Sep 30

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Alabama LIHEAP, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program provide in Birmingham, AL?

Up to $1,100 (Winter Crisis); $580 heating / $520 cooling standard.

Who qualifies for Alabama LIHEAP, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program in Birmingham?

Alabama LIHEAP, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program is open to homeowners and renters in Birmingham, AL. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for Alabama LIHEAP, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program in Birmingham, AL?

Apply directly with ADECA, Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs using the official program link on this page or call 334-242-5100. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Heating: Oct 1, Apr 30; Cooling: May 1, Sep 30.

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