Deadline to Apply For Energy Assistance Is March 31
With energy bills on the rise, Mecklenburg County wants residents to know that help is available and easy to access. Residents have until Tuesday, March 31 to apply for the Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP).
LIEAP is one of several Mecklenburg County programs that help households with their immediate energy needs so they do not need to choose between heating their homes and other basic needs. An applicant does not need to be behind on energy bills to receive a one-time payment in the amount of $300, $400, or $500 based on their primary heating source.
Households must meet the following criteria:
- At least one eligible U.S. citizen or legal resident
- Be responsible for the heating cost
- Income at or below 150% (60 years of age or older) or 130% (under 60) of the Federal Poverty Limit
In addition to the application, applicants must provide:
- Identification, such as a driver's license, State ID card, or passport
- Utility bill
- Social Security number\Proof of income
There are several ways to apply:
- Online with North Carolina ePASS
- Mail the completed application to 301 Billingsley Road, Charlotte, NC 28211
- Email the completed application to [email protected]
- Drop off a completed application or walk-in to apply in person at:
- Valerie C. Woodard Center, Entrance A, 3205 Freedom Drive, Charlotte NC 28208
- Ella B. Scarborough Center, 430 Stitt Road, Charlotte, NC 28213
- Call 704-336-3000 to complete a telephone application.
If approved, a one-time payment will be made directly to the applicant's utility company. Payments may take four to six weeks to take effect.
Since applications opened on Dec. 1, 2025, more than 4,500 applications have been approved for funding.
For more information, visit MeckNC.gov/Energy.