About H-HEAP (Hawaii Home Energy Assistance)
Helps low-income households pay electric and gas bills. Hawaii has the highest electricity costs in the nation (averaging $0.40+/kWh), making energy assistance critical. Includes Energy Crisis Intervention (ECI) for shutoff emergencies and annual Energy Credit (EC) assistance.
How to Apply in Hawaii
- Contact your local Community Action Agency or call DHS
- On Oahu: Honolulu Community Action Program (HCAP) at 808-521-4531
- On Hawaii Island: HCEOC at 808-961-2681
- On Maui: MEO at 808-249-2990
- On Kauai: Kauai Economic Opportunity at 808-245-4077
- Energy Crisis Intervention is available year-round for shutoff emergencies
Documents You May Need
- Photo ID
- Proof of income
- Recent electric/gas bills
- Social Security numbers for household members
- Proof of Hawaii residency
Contact & Official Links
Phone: 1-808-586-5734
Official website: humanservices.hawaii.gov/bessd/liheap
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H-HEAP (Hawaii Home Energy Assistance) is one of many programs you may be eligible for. Beneify screens your household against the full program list — free, private, about 3 minutes.
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How much is H-HEAP (Hawaii Home Energy Assistance) worth?
H-HEAP (Hawaii Home Energy Assistance): $200-$600/year in energy credits. Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$35 per month.
H-HEAP (Hawaii Home Energy Assistance): $200-$600/year in energy credits. Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$35 per month.
How do I apply for H-HEAP (Hawaii Home Energy Assistance) in Hawaii?
To apply: Contact your local Community Action Agency or call DHS. On Oahu: Honolulu Community Action Program (HCAP) at 808-521-4531. On Hawaii Island: HCEOC at 808-961-2681. You can also call 1-808-586-5734. Official website: https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/bessd/liheap/
To apply: Contact your local Community Action Agency or call DHS. On Oahu: Honolulu Community Action Program (HCAP) at 808-521-4531. On Hawaii Island: HCEOC at 808-961-2681. You can also call 1-808-586-5734. Official website: https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/bessd/liheap/
Who qualifies for H-HEAP (Hawaii Home Energy Assistance)?
Helps low-income households pay electric and gas bills. Hawaii has the highest electricity costs in the nation (averaging $0.40+/kWh), making energy assistance critical. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.
Helps low-income households pay electric and gas bills. Hawaii has the highest electricity costs in the nation (averaging $0.40+/kWh), making energy assistance critical. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.