Utility Assistance in Kankakee County
Get HELP with your energy costs from Kankakee County Community Services Inc. Through LIHEAP we are able to assist income-eligible households to pay for utilities, like heat, gas, electricity, and furnace repair assistance.
Applications are being taken on a first come first serve basis through August 15, 2025, or until funds are exhausted. Schedule an appointment at 815-933-7883.
LIHEAP is Open for the ‘24-’25 Program Year.
Applications are being taken on a first come first serve basis through August 15, 2025, or until funds are exhausted.
Am I Eligible?
LIHEAP is designed to help customers during the winter when utility bills are much higher than normal because of the expense to heat their home. As the administrator of the energy assistance program, we are assisting all income eligible households with their gas or propane and electric bill. The 30-day gross income guidelines are as follows:
| Family Size | 30 Day Income | Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2,510 | $30,120 |
| 2 | $3,407 | $40,880 |
| 3 | $4,303 | $51,640 |
| 4 | $5,200 | $62,400 |
| 5 | $6,097 | $73,160 |
| 6 | $6,993 | $83,920 |
| 7 | $7,890 | $94,680 |
What Do I Need?
We encourage you to come to our office to complete the application with our intake staff. If you have any special circumstances that require an exception, please contact us at 815-933-7883 option “1” during normal business hours.
