Alaska Heating Assistance Program (HAP) — LIHEAP & Alaska Affordable Heating Program
HAP covers home heating costs for low-income households through LIHEAP (income up to 150% of federal poverty guidelines) or the Alaska Affordable Heating Program (150-225%). Applications open September 1 each year; regular Heating Assistance runs October 1-April 30, and Crisis Assistance (for households out of fuel or facing disconnection/eviction) runs September 1-June 30. 2026-2027 monthly income limits: 1 person $3,739, 2 people $5,071, 3 people $6,401, 4 people $7,733, 5 people $9,065, 6 people $10,395 (+$1,331 per extra person). Submit the application by mail, fax (888-269-6520), or email (hss.dpa.offices@alaska.gov); there is no in-person DPA office in Kotzebue, so mail/fax/email or the Virtual Contact Center (1-800-478-7778) is the practical route.
Who it’s for
Alaska households at/below program income limits with $200+/year in heating costs
This is what the program lists. Only the provider can say whether you qualify.
What to bring isn’t listed. Check with the provider before you start.
Provider information
View official informationCall Alaska Division of Public Assistance800-478-7778Questions to ask
Who can get this, and what should I bring?
Which application or form fits my situation?
Opening a PDF does not submit it. Ask the provider how to return the completed form and confirm receipt.
After you contact them
Ask the provider how to confirm receipt and when to follow up. A response time is not listed here.