Where to apply:
| Northwest Montana Human Resources 214 Main St. Kalipsell 758-5433 or 1-800-344-5979 |
or | Northwest Montana Human Resources 202 East 6th St. Libby 293-2712 |
How it works:
Montana Law requires electric utility members to contribute to Universal Systems Benefits Programs promoting conservation, renewable resources and low-income energy assistance.
A portion of home heating costs as well as some emergency needs may be met through LIEAP. This fund will be applied to the members' primary heat source vendor (electric, gas, wood, propane, etc.) This funding is for the winter heating months of October 1st thru April 30th. Usage prior to October 1st is the responsibility of the member.
To be eligible, co-op members must meet federal low-income guidelines based on the total annual income and the number of persons in the home: $14,700 for one person, $19,800 for two persons, $24,800 for three persons, and $30,000 for four persons. For each additional person, the guidelines allow another $4,890 in income.
How funded:
Federal Government (this is not welfare).
Payment calculated:
It is based on the previous 12 months gross income from household members. Also, based on type of fuel used and size, type, and location of the home. May take approximately 6-8 weeks.
Where to apply:
Northwest Montana Human Resources
214 Main Street, Kalispell, Mt.
758-5433 or 1-800-344-5979
How it works:
The heating bill account is credited the amount that is awarded. Energy Share can only be applied after LIEAP money has been used up or the applicant has been denied LIEAP.
How funded:
Mostly private and corporate donations, some state funding.
How awarded:
A local Committee reviews each application and makes the final decisions on awarding the money. The committee meets once a week. To contribute to Energy Share of Montana please click here for a printable envelope.
Where to apply:
Help Net
752-8181
This is a Christian Program
How it works:
Can be used one time a year, per family, or household. These funds can also be used for car repair, food items, rent/shelter, etc.
How to apply:
Must be verified by Northwest Montana Human Resources to qualify for LIEAP benefits.
Where to apply:
Northwest Montana Human Resources (see above for addresses).
How it works:
This program was approved by the Board of Trustees on October 1, 2006. To be eligible for this program, residential members must be qualified as low-income according to the guidelines set by LIEAP (150% of poverty).
Eligible members will receive a credit equal to half the basic charge on their bill each month for twelve months. In most cases this would be a credit of $8.00 per month.
All recipients of this program must reapply each year.
Updated: Tuesday, November 07, 2006