Hawaii Department of Human Services / Honolulu Community Action Program (HCAP)
Hawaii Home Energy Assistance Program (H-HEAP / LIHEAP) is available in Honolulu, HI.
Hawaii's H-HEAP (formerly LIHEAP) provides a one-time payment toward electric or gas utility bills for income-qualified households. Two types of assistance are available: Energy Credit (EC) for households not in crisis, and Energy Crisis Intervention (ECI) when service has been or will be disconnected. On Oahu, the program is administered through the Honolulu Community Action Program (HCAP).
EC applications are only accepted June 1-30 each year, a narrow window. ECI is available year-round when a disconnect notice has been issued. Benefits applied directly to utility account.
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Documents you will likely need
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: EC: apply June 1-30 annually; ECI: year-round subject to monthly limits
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Email us about this programHawaii Home Energy Assistance Program (H-HEAP / LIHEAP) is available in Honolulu, HI. It serves seniors.
Apply directly with Hawaii Department of Human Services / Honolulu Community Action Program (HCAP) using the official program link on this page or call 808-847-2581. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: EC: apply June 1-30 annually; ECI: year-round subject to monthly limits.
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