Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) - Texas LIHEAP
Run by Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA), a federal agency
Texas's implementation of the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Helps eligible households pay heating and cooling bills, manage energy-related crises (shutoff notices, no power during weather emergencies), and reduce energy burden. Benefit amounts vary by household size, income, and energy costs - typical assistance ranges from $400 to $1,600 per year per household. Also provides emergency utility assistance during disconnection or weather emergencies. Households with members who are elderly, disabled, or have young children are prioritized. Administered through 39 local Community Action Agencies covering all 254 counties.
- Award
- $400–$1,600
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Run by
- Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA)
- Federal
Who it's for
- Texas resident with household income at or below 150% FPL ($23,475 single, $48,225 family of four in 2026). Automatic income eligibility for households receiving SNAP, TANF, or SSI. Priority given to households with elderly (60+), disabled, or young children (under 6) members, or those at risk of disconnection. Find your local provider at TexasUtilityHelp.com or call 2-1-1.
Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) decides who gets help.
How to apply
You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.
Apply at tdhca.texas.govOpens in a new tab. GrantLantern is not affiliated with this program.
Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) - Texas LIHEAP is one option. What else may help?
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Where this comes from
Details are based on the program's official information. Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.