Michigan Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services

Closed Energy Assistance

About This Program

Federal energy assistance program helping low-income Michigan households with heating costs. Provides direct payment to energy providers for eligible households at or below 150% federal poverty level.

Average annual LIHEAP benefit for eligible households

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

In East Lansing, MI, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Up to $850 annually for heating costs
  • Income at or below 150% federal poverty level
  • Direct payment to utility provider
  • Apply October through May
  • Administered by Capital Area Community Services

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(517) 394-2222

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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.
  • 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.
  • 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: Applications accepted October through May

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