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Energy Assistance Program - EAP - Minnesota Valley Action Council

110 6th Street, Gaylord, MN 55334

Eligibility
Homeowners and renters who are residents of Blue Earth, Brown, Faribault, Le Sueur, Martin, Nicollet, Sibley, Waseca, and Watonwan counties. Eligibility is on a sliding scale based on household size and the three most recent months of household income.
Required documents
Application/registration form copy of recent electric, gas, fuel bill, or receipt proof of household income Social Security card/number utility bills/account numbers
Hours
Vary by location
Interpretation services
Interpreters available
Application process
  • Call, email, visit website, or walk in for an application. Households may apply for Energy Assistance once per program year (October 15 - May 31). Applications are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis and are generally processed within 30-60 days, depending on program funding, and information provided.
  • Applications can be mailed to 706 North Victory Drive Mankato, MN 56001
Service area
Blue Earth County, MN Brown County, MN Faribault County, MN Le Sueur County, MN Martin County, MN Nicollet County, MN Sibley County, MN Waseca County, MN Watonwan County, MN

Other Information

Application Process

  • Walk In

Program Fees

  • No Fee
The Energy Assistance Program helps pay heat and electricity costs. Payments for energy bills are sent directly to the household's energy company or fuel provider for propane, fuel oil, or wood. Financial assistance varies depending on household income and fuel costs. The Energy Assistance Program provides additional grants for eligible households who need help with:
  • Getting reconnected to heat and power after disconnections
  • Paying for emergency fuel deliveries of propane, heating oil, or biofuel
  • Preventing disconnection
The deadline to apply for this program was May 31, 2024. Applications for the 2024-2025 heating season will be accepted starting September 2024. Other services may include Weatherization Program and help with heating system emergencies. The program allows the agency to repair or in some cases replace heating units when they are determined to be unsafe such as a cracked heat exchanger or other issues. The Weatherization Program is a one-time grant to assist with weatherization-related repairs. The program helps reduce fuel and electric costs for low-income renters and homeowners.
Last Assured
10/17/2024
Providing organization
Minnesota Valley Action Council

A private, non-profit Community Action Agency helping those in need secure affordable housing, obtain viable transportation, employment and training, as well as creating educational opportunities for children in southern Minnesota.