Program can help qualifying Evergy customers pay their bills
Topeka, KS – November 18, 2024 – Starting today, Evergy Kansas customers who need financial assistance keeping their heat on this winter can apply for the 2025 Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP).
Kansans can apply Monday, November 18 through March 31, 2025.
Evergy is one of five utilities partnering with the Kansas Department for Children and Families to help eligible Kansans receive assistance. LIEAP, administered through DCF, is a federally funded program that helps eligible households pay a portion of their home energy costs by providing a one-time per-year benefit. Customers may use it to restore or maintain electricity, natural gas, propane, and other home heating fuels.
Kansans can submit their LIEAP application online through the DCF website at www.dcf.ks.gov and click “Apply for Services.” Applicants can also attend an in-person Kansas LIEAP application event. A full list of events is located on the DCF website.
Evergy will host the following events during the LIEAP application period:
EVENT DETAILS
- December 5: Evergy Connect 9am – 2pm; 111 Ellis St., Wichita
- December 6: Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library, 10am – 5pm; 1515 SW 10th Ave, Topeka
- January 22: Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library, 10am – 5pm; 1515 SW 10th Ave, Topeka
DCF will also be at Evergy’s Wichita Connect location 10 am – 4pm to assist with applications the following days:
- December 11
- January 8
- February 4
- March 5
Evergy Kansas customers should bring with them:
- Copies of proof of income for all permanent adult household members
- Copies of current utility bills
To qualify, households must have an adult at the address who is responsible for the heating costs of the home. The combined gross income for all persons living at the address may not exceed 150% of the federal poverty level. Click here for 2025 Income Eligibility Guidelines and additional information.
