Energy Assistance Program - EAP - Semcac Community Action Agency - Kasson
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 In addition to the Energy Assistance Program, households may also apply for other energy programs, including: - Conservation improvement programs - Energy audits to evaluate energy usage - Inspection and improvement of homes to address energy efficiency - Weatherization program
Categories
Last assured
09/05/2025
Physical Address
105 South Mantorville Avenue, Kasson, MN 55944
Hours
8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
Fax
(507)864-2597
Application process
Call for application. Households may apply for Energy Assistance once per program year. Applications for the heating season are typically accepted beginning in September and ending at the end of May the following year. The start date may vary as to when applications begin to be accepted. Call or visit website to determine exact dates applications are being accepted. 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.
Required documents
Application/registration form; proof of address; proof of household income; Social Security card/number; utility bills/account numbers
Eligibility
Homeowners and renters who are residents of Dodge, Fillmore, Freeborn, Houston, Mower, Winona, and Steele counties. Eligibility is on a sliding scale based on household size and the three most recent months of household income.
Service area
Dodge County, MN
Fillmore County, MN
Freeborn County, MN
Houston County, MN
Mower County, MN
Steele County, MN
Winona County, MN
Agency info
Semcac Community Action Agency - Kasson
Provides emergency assistance to people in crisis; addresses the causes of poverty through programs that fight unemployment, inadequate housing, poor nutrition, and lack of educational opportunities