The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program Information Sheet
LIHEAP Fact Sheet FINAL 6.10.25 (Click Here)
LIHEAP is a Reagan-era social safety net program that works. Due to its low overhead and high efficiency, the program sets the gold standard for Federal impact at the local level. It has successfully delivered emergency energy assistance in every state and territory for more than 40 years with bipartisan backing.
Overview & Historical Impact
• LIHEAP has delivered energy assistance for over
40 years with high efficiency, low overhead, and
bipartisan support.
• It serves as a crucial short-term lifeline for
households in crisis unable to pay energy bills or
in need of emergency support
• Funds are appropriated by Congress and
delivered to States by HHS on the basis
of a formula.
• LIHEAP is also a useful tool in Emergency
Appropriations in response to natural disasters or
other calamities.
• Grants are administered through a partnership
between the federal government, states, local
agencies, and nonprofits.
• Because many State agencies need to
disseminate funding during the winter, OMB
typically releases 90% of anticipated program
funds in the event of a September 30 short-term
Continuing Resolution.
