2026-2027 Applications
Apply for Energy Assistance.
Apply for the 2026-2027 Energy Assistance program by completing the online application or downloading the paper application below. For help applying, call 651-322-3500, option 1.
Eligibility
2026-2027 income eligibility guidelines.
One month of income is used to determine the household’s eligibility. Households must occupy the residence to which the Energy Assistance benefits are being applied. To be eligible for the program, all households must meet the income guidelines.
| Household Size | One Month Max. Guidelines | Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $3,205 | $38,464 |
| 2 | $4,191 | $50,299 |
| 3 | $5,177 | $62,134 |
| 4 | $6,164 | $73,969 |
| 5 | $7,150 | $85,804 |
| 6 | $8,136 | $97,639 |
Be prepared to provide:
- Name, birthdate, and Social Security numbers for all household members.
- Account numbers for all household utilities.
- One month proof of all household income.
- A signed and dated application.
Please remember to sign and date your application.
How to Apply
Submit a complete application with required documentation.
Energy Assistance uses the month prior to the applicant’s signature date for income verification.
1. Complete the Application
Submit a fully completed Energy Assistance application.
2. Include Income Proof
Provide one month proof of all household income, such as pay stubs showing wages or a benefit award letter for Social Security.
3. Add Required Documents
If you receive MFIP, General Assistance, or unemployment benefits, provide documentation for the month prior to when you sign the application.
Application Processing
Applications are processed in the order they are received. It may take up to 90 days to review and process your application. During that time, contact your energy provider to schedule a reasonable payment plan.
If you are facing a disconnection or are already disconnected, please call 651-322-3500, option 1.
Additional Energy Support
Energy-Related Repair and Crisis Assistance.
Energy-Related Repair
Funds are available to help with repair or replacement of a “no heat” or malfunctioning heating system, including furnaces and boilers, for an owner-occupied home.
Any work must be authorized to CAP-appointed contractors to ensure service coverage, funding, and availability. Individuals must be eligible for Energy Assistance to receive this funding.
The Energy Assistance Program will not reimburse any households for furnace work not authorized or completed by one of our CAP-appointed mechanical contractors.
The Energy Assistance Program does not have funding for air-conditioning units. We are not authorized to work on, reimburse, or fund AC units.
Crisis Assistance
For approved applicants, Energy Crisis Assistance is available for emergency situations, such as disconnection or shutoffs, seniors age 60 and older with past-due balances, or delivery of fuel for tanks with less than 20% of fuel remaining.
For more information about Energy-Related Repair or Crisis Assistance, contact CAP Agency.
651-322-3500
Additional Resources
Helpful links and emergency assistance contacts.
County Emergency Assistance
Questions about Energy Assistance?
For application support, Energy-Related Repair, Crisis Assistance, or disconnection concerns, contact CAP Agency or visit the Get Help page for additional programs.
651-322-3500 Back to Get HelpScott Carver Dakota CAP Agency receives Minnesota Community Action Grant and Community Services Block Grant funds through the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families – Office of Economic Opportunity. Executive Director, Jeff Hansen, and Associate Executive Director, Jackie Lara, directly manage and oversee this grant contract. Rachel Landreau is the Energy Assistance Program Manager for SCD CAP, and Suzanne Misel is the Director of Housing & Emergency Services.