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ENERGY ASSISTANCE
The Energy Assistance Program helps income qualified residents living inside the City Limits of Tacoma with their heating and energy costs. The program will also provide education on energy conservation and refer you to our Weatherization Assistance Program so they can help you make your home safe, healthier, comfortable and more energy efficient.
*Note: MDC has reached the limits for the shelter assistance benefit for this program year ending in Sep. 2024. Funding for the primary energy assistance benefit for applicants is still available (see below for definition of urgent).
If you are seeking Rental Assistance, please go to:
Eviction prevention | Pierce County, WA – Official Website (piercecountywa.gov).
Let’s see if your energy account is in our service area
PLEASE ENTER YOUR ADDRESS ON YOUR ENERGY BILL BELOW TO GET STARTED
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Basic LIHEAP Eligibility
You must meet the income guidelines below to qualify for assistance through MDC.
| Household Size | 150% FPL Annual | 150% FPL Monthly |
| 1 | $21,876 | $1,823 |
| 2 | $29,580 | $2,465 |
| 3 | $37,269 | $3,108 |
| 4 | $45,000 | $3,750 |
| 5 | $52,716 | $4,393 |
| 6 | $60,420 | $5,035 |
Bill Discount and HELP Guidelines
| Household Size | Monthly Gross Household Income Limit* |
| 1 | $5,017 |
| 2 | $5,733 |
| 3 | $6,450 |
| 4 | $7,167 |
| 5 | $7,742 |
| 6 | $8,317 |
| 7 | $8,888 |
| 8 | $9,463 |
Getting Started
Documents you will need to upload:
✓ Picture ID for all household members (Ages 18+)
✓ Social Security cards for all household members of all ages.
✓ Proof of income for the last month (including paystubs, unemployment, fixed income or other documents that indicate your gross income)
✓ Last month’s utility bill or account number
These funds are only available for a limited time.
Enter your address above to get started.
The Energy Assistance program is supported with funding from Washington’s Climate Commitment Act. The CCA supports Washington’s climate action efforts by putting cap-and-invest dollars to work reducing climate pollution, creating jobs, and improving public health. Information about the CCA is available at www.climate.wa.gov.
