MISSOURI

LIHEAP helps low-income households pay for home heating and cooling costs. It can also cover emergency energy needs, like avoiding a utility shut-off, repairing heating equipment, or buying fuel.
General Guidelines:

• Available to renters and homeowners.

• Income eligibility varies by state, usually based on household size and income (often up to 150% of the federal poverty level).

• Apply through your state’s LIHEAP office—benefits are first-come, first-served each year.

→ Missouri Department of Social Services

These programs provide rental assistance (vouchers) to help families, elders, and people with disabilities afford safe housing in the private market. HUD also offers public housing and some paths to homeownership for low-income households.
General Guidelines:

• Must apply through your local Public Housing Authority (PHA).

• Income limits vary by location but generally serve those earning 30–50% of the area median income.

→ US Department of Housing and Urban Development: Missouri

Weatherization Assistance Program provides free energy-saving upgrades to homes, such as insulation, weather-stripping, furnace repairs, and more. These improvements help reduce energy bills and make homes safer and more comfortable.
General Guidelines:

• Available to both renters and homeowners.

• Prioritizes households with elders, children, or people with disabilities.

• Income eligibility is typically at or below 200% of the federal poverty level.

• Apply through your state or local weatherization agency.

→ Missouri Department of Natural Resources