Illinois Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)

Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity

Available Energy Assistance

About This Program

Illinois Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) is available to homeowners and renters in Rock Island, IL.

Federal program providing heating and energy bill payment assistance to low-income Illinois households. Also offers emergency furnace repair/replacement for qualifying households. Administered locally through Western Illinois Economic Development.

Grant amount based on household size, income, and energy costs

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.

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

In Rock Island, IL, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Heating bill payment assistance
  • Income at or below 200% federal poverty level
  • Emergency furnace repair available
  • Applications accepted seasonally
  • Available to homeowners and renters

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(877) 411-9276

A grant-savvy contractor in Rock Island, IL can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

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Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Rock Island early keeps your application moving.

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Each program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.

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).
  • 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).
Download this checklist (PDF)

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 seasonally, typically October-May

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Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for Illinois Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) in Rock Island?

Illinois Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) is open to homeowners and renters in Rock Island, IL. It prioritizes low-income households.

How do I apply for Illinois Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) in Rock Island, IL?

Apply directly with Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity using the official program link on this page or call (877) 411-9276. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Applications accepted seasonally, typically October-May.

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