$7K
per applicant
Grant
Cash award, application-based
Rolling
No fixed cutoff
Rolling
Or check for open cycles
Extensive
Detailed federal app
Provides funding to improve the energy efficiency of low-income households through insulation, air sealing, HVAC upgrades, and health and safety measures, reducing energy costs and improving comfort.
Do I qualify?
Answer the questions below to get an instant self-assessment of your fit for this program. This is informational — final determinations are made by the administering agency.
1.Household income must be at or below 200% of federal poverty level
2.Funds flow through states to local weatherization agencies for direct installation
3.Average investment: ~$6,500 per home, saving ~$372/year in energy costs
4.Priority: elderly residents (60+), people with disabilities, families with young children
5.Services include energy audits, insulation, air sealing, and HVAC system repair/replacement
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