The Low Income Energy Assistance Program provides families with a one-time vendor payment to help pay their heating bills. LIEAP runs from December 1st through March 31st each year.
Priority in eligibility is given to households containing a person aged 60 and older or disabled persons receiving services through the Division of Aging and Adult Services. Applications for this group start on December 1st and will continue until March 31st or until funds are exhausted.
NOTE: Individuals in this priority group may receive an automated payment to their vendor if they currently receive Food and Nutrition Services and received LIEAP during the 2024-2025 season. These households will be notified of eligibility by the state via mail.
Applications for all other households will be taken January 1st through March 31st or until all funds are exhausted.
Where Do I Apply?
•To apply in person: Lincoln County Department of Social Services located at 1136 East Main Street, Lincolnton, N. C. 28092. Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (except holidays).
•To apply by telephone: Lincoln County Department of Social Services at (704)732-0738. Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (except holidays).
•To apply online: Visit the website epass.nc.gov
•Visit outreach locations across the county.