Energy Assistance Program - EAP - White Earth Nation

3303 US Highway 59, Waubun, MN 56589

Eligibility

Homeowners and rents who are enrolled as a White Earth Nation band member, live on the reservation, and are residents of Becker, Clearwater, or Mahnomen County. Eligibility is on a sliding scale based on household size and the three most recent months of household income.

Required documents

Application/registration form proof of address proof of income statements Social Security numbers for all members of the household photo ID utility bills/account numbers

Hours

8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday

(218)473-2719

Fax

(218)473-2711

Voice

https://whiteearth.com/divisions/energy_assistance/home

[email protected]

Interpretation services

Interpreters available

Application process

Call or visit website for 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.

Service area

Becker County, MN
Clearwater County, MN
Mahnomen County, MN

Description

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: - Furnace repair or replacement may be provided for qualified applicants - Getting reconnected to heat and power after disconnections - Paying for emergency fuel deliveries of propane, heating oil, or biofuel - Preventing disconnection - Weatherization program for home energy conservation The deadline to apply for this program was May 31, 2024. Applications for the 2024-2025 heating season will be accepted starting September 2024.

Last assured

09/03/2024

What's Here

Native American Community Furnaces Electric Service Payment Assistance Weatherization Programs Gas Service Payment Assistance Heating Fuel Payment Assistance

Providing organization

White Earth Nation

White Earth Nation is one of six Chippewa Indian Bands and is a sovereign federally recognized Native American Tribe. Oversees government, administrative, business, and human services programs for White Earth tribal members in Becker, Clearwater, and Mahnomen County in north-central Minnesota.