Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) provides assistance to applicants with their utility bills, including Gas, Propane, and Electric. CAPK provides utility assistance to more than 8,000 households on an annual basis. An applicant can only receive this benefit once in a 12-month period. To qualify, the applicant must reside in Kern County, have a total household income at or below 150 percent of the federal poverty income guidelines, and have a utility bill with at least 22 days of service. Appointments can be made by calling 2-1-1 or (661) 336-5203.

*Applications are available for download here:
Mail or Drop-off location- 300 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Email – heapoffice@capk.org
Fax – (661) 336-5263

Propane assistance application must have propane estimate to fill propane tank from propane company submitted with the application.

An applicant must provide copies of the following documentation: Documentation must be current and dated within Six weeks of the application date.

1. Current proof of household income:

  • Government aided statement – TANF/Cal-Fresh Passport to Services, Social Security, Unemployment, Veterans, Disability, and Educational.
  • Earned income – all paystubs received in the last 30 days
  • Unearned income – Child support, Spousal support, Adoption/Foster Care assistance
  • Self Employed – must have current income tax information
  • Pension/Retirement statement
  • Certification of income and expenses (43B) – for other or no income.

2. Utility Bill:

  • (Gas, Electric, Propane only) Provide all pages of your utility bill and
  • Any notices received in the last 30 days. If you have separate gas and electric companies, you must provide both utility bills.
  • BILL MUST HAVE AT LEAST 22 BILLING DAYS.

3. Rental Agreement or Mortgage:

Rental agreement, including proof of Low Income Housing (H.A.C.K), Section 8, or Mortgage payment statement.

 

4. Proof of Identification Required: (for applicant only)

Valid Social Security Card with no restrictions; State I.D; Driver’s License.

*IMPORTANT: Additional documents not listed here, may be required. Incomplete applications will not be processed and may be denied upon receipt. Your HEAP application is not a commitment that your bill will be paid. Therefore, you must continue to pay the amount owed on your bill. If eligible, a credit will be sent directly to the utility vendor within 90 days.

5. Client Education Form:

Click here to download this and other forms.
*IMPORTANT: Incomplete applications will not be processed and may be denied upon receipt. If you have a 48-hour notice or your utilities are disconnected and your bill exceeds the amount you qualify for, the difference must be paid and a receipt provided prior to your application being processed. Your HEAP application is not a commitment that your bill will be paid. Therefore, you must continue to pay the amount owed on your bill. If eligible, a credit will be sent directly to the utility vendor within 90 days.
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