Ohio Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Administered by Ohio Dept of Development · energyhelp.ohio.gov

Ohio HEAP assists with heating bills and provides emergency assistance for utility disconnections. Winter Crisis Program provides additional emergency help during heating season.

Eligibility requirements

✓OH resident
✓Income below 175% poverty level
✓Responsible for heating costs

Insider tip

Ohio Winter Crisis Program (November-March) provides emergency help for households facing disconnection with even slightly higher income limits than regular HEAP. Apply at Community Action Agency.

How to apply

Apply directly on the official website. GrantLantern does not process applications — we link you directly to the source.

Apply at energyhelp.ohio.gov →

Opens the official source. GrantLantern is not affiliated with this program.

Program details sourced from official government and agency websites. Eligibility is determined by the administering agency — not GrantLantern. Verify current requirements at the official source before applying.

Related programs in Energy & Home

Up to $3,200/year in tax credits

IRA Home Efficiency Tax Credits (25C/25D)

30% federal tax credits for insulation, windows, heat pumps, and solar panels.

View details →

Average $5,000 in free home improvements

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

Free insulation, air sealing, HVAC repair, and energy-efficient upgrades for low-income households.

View details →

Grants up to 50% of project cost

USDA REAP — Rural Energy for America

Grants and loan guarantees for agricultural producers and rural small businesses to install renewable energ…

View details →

Average $400–$1,000 per household

LIHEAP — Home Energy Assistance

Helps low-income households pay heating and cooling bills, prevents utility shutoffs, and funds energy cris…

View details →