Energy Assistance Program - EAP - Semcac Community Action Agency - Freeborn County
204 West Clark Street, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Eligibility
Homeowners and renters who are residents of Freeborn County. Eligibility is based on household size and the three most recent months of household income.
Required documents
Application/registration form
proof of address
proof of household income
Social Security card/number
utility bills/account numbers
Hours
8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
(800)944-3281
Voice·
Intake Energy Assistance Program
Email[email protected]
Application process
Call or visit website 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.
Service area
Freeborn County, MN
Other Information
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
Last Assured
01/05/2026
Providing organization
Semcac Community Action Agency - Freeborn County
A community action agency providing resources for food security, nutrition, housing/shelter, senior programs, transportation, Head Start programs, Energy Assistance, and more