Heating bill help (LIHEAP)

Got a shutoff notice? Call a provider below today and ask for crisis help (ECIP): up to $1,500 toward the bill when service is about to be cut off. Otherwise, the regular program pays a one-time amount on your SDG&E bill, $313 to $492 for one person in San Diego County.

Campesinos Unidos, Inc. (CUI) 760-344-4500 · MAAC 619-434-3829

• Bill help (HEAP): a one-time payment toward the utility bill. In San Diego County: $492, $411, $362 or $313 for one person (the lower the income, the more), plus $19 for each additional person up to six.
• Crisis help (ECIP): for a 24 to 48 hour disconnect notice or a dangerous energy situation at home; up to $1,500 or the amount of the bill, whichever is less.
• Weatherization: free energy-efficiency and safety upgrades that lower the bill and make the home healthier, plus tips on using less.

2026 LIHEAP state plan; +$19 for each additional person up to six.

Anyone in the household on CalFresh or CalWORKs qualifies whatever the income. Otherwise, monthly household income up to:

60% of the state median income, 2026 state plan. Funding is limited, and providers give priority to the most vulnerable households, so qualifying doesn't guarantee a payment. Apply early in the season.

1. Call Campesinos Unidos or MAAC, or find your provider on the State's services map (choose Energy Bill Assistance and Weatherization).
2. Have ready: proof of income for everyone in the home, your SDG&E bill, and ID.
3. Ask about weatherization in the same call.

Stack it: CARE or FERA for up to 35% off every month, the debt forgiveness plan if you're behind, CalFresh (which also qualifies you here), and warming the room you're in for less. Every option: lower your SDG&E bill.

Or do it with PJ: he gathers the income papers and the bill, books the appointment, and sits in on the call. Plans start as low as $25. Text PJ · make a fix plan.

Sources: California Department of Community Services and Development, LIHEAP · 2026 LIHEAP State Plan (San Diego County providers and benefit amounts). Checked October 6, 2026.

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