Who can apply
Applicants must meet Florida residency, household financial and status rules and be responsible for home energy costs. The local provider checks the current rules and available funding.
What help is available
Assistance is paid to the utility on the household’s behalf. It is energy assistance: Florida’s program does not pay water, sewer or telephone bills.
Documents to prepare
- Your most recent home-energy bill.
- Any final termination or disconnection notice.
- Current income records for household members.
- Applicant identification and the household identity or status records requested by the provider.
How to get started
Locate the county provider
Check local intake
Some county providers offer an online application. If none is listed, contact the agency directly for its process and appointment availability.
Explain urgent circumstances
Give the provider the shutoff date and notice. Ask the utility separately about an arrangement while the application is being considered.
After applying
Ask the provider whether assistance was approved and sent to the utility. An application alone does not confirm payment or stop a shutoff.
Website screenshots
These images show the pages captured in August 2026. Website screens and rules may have changed.
Common questions
Can LIHEAP pay a water bill?
Florida’s LIHEAP page excludes water, sewer and telephone costs. Ask 211 about other assistance.
Does FloridaCommerce decide my application directly?
Local county providers process applications and assistance.
What if the county has no online form?
Call the provider listed for your county to ask how to apply.
Sources and review
Checked October 1, 2026 using Florida LIHEAP overview, County provider directory. USA Assistance background guide. Program staff determine eligibility and available assistance.
Historical screenshots: source reference.