The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is designed to assist low income families meet the cost of home heating. Applications are accepted on a first come/first served basis at your local community action agency from November 1 through April 30 (October 1 for households with elderly/disabled member 16 and older, disconnects or no propane can apply for assistance now), Monday through Friday, see times listed at the local community action office below.
To apply make an appointment at the following office:
Benton County
Hawkeye Area Community Action Program – North Benton Center
202 E. 4th St.
Vinton, Iowa 52349-1803
Phone: 319-472-4761 OR Toll Free: 800-332-5289
Hours: M - F 8:00 - 11:30 and 12:30 - 4:00
Website: http://www.hacap.org/
The total household income for an applicant must be at or below 175% of the 2017 federal poverty guidelines which are listed below:
| Size of Household | Annual Gross Income * ** |
| 1 | $21,245 |
| 2 | $28,805 |
| 3 | $36,365 |
| 4 | $43,925 |
| 5 | $51,485 |
| 6 | $59,045 |
| 7 | $66,605 |
| 8 | $74,165 |
* For households with more than eight members, add $7,560 annually for each additional member.
** All income will be annualized. Income will be collected for a 30 day period – count back 30 days, including date of application.
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