8560 Rd 7.2 Dove Creek CO, 81324 Phone: 9706772250

Description

The Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) is a federally funded program that helps eligible Colorado households with a portion of their winter home heating costs. Applications are accepted each year from November 1st - April 30th. The benefit does not cover the full cost of heating and is offered once per season. LEAP payments are made directly to the households primary heating fuel vendor or utility. Household types may include those using fuels such as:

  • Wood
  • Coal
  • Propane
  • Heat billed on a shared meter

Services

Areas Served

Dolores County

Eligibility

Applicants must:

  • Be a permanent legal resident of the United States and Colorado, or have a household member that is a US citizen
  • Pay home heating costs to a heating provider, fuel dealer, or landlord as part of rent
  • Have a maximum household income that falls within the guidelines below

Household means people who live with you and for whom you are financially responsible.


Household Size Monthly Gross

Income for the 2025-2026 Season

60% of State Median Income

1 - $3,607

2 - $4,717

3 - $5,827

4 - $6,938

5 - $8,048

6 - $9,158

7 - $9,366

8 - $9,574

Each Additional Person $208


Application Process

Apply online. Visit the website to download a paper application and drop off at the local DHS office or mail/email to the county to process. Call to request a mailed paper application, to apply over the phone, or for more information.