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Energy Assistance
Welcome to Energy Assistance! Our mission is to help households of all ages and incomes manage their heating and electric costs during the colder months. If you’re struggling to keep up with energy bills, the EAP can provide crucial support to ensure you stay safe and warm.
The Energy Assistance Application Request form for mailed requests is not available at this time, but you can apply for Energy Assistance Online starting September 1.
You can also request an application by calling our office (507-376-4195) or by emailing us at eap@smoc.us – please include your full name and mailing address in the email.
Click here: Eap Application SMOC 2027
Printable applications in Español (Spanish), Hmoob (Hmong), Soomaali (Somali), Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese) will be available later in September 2026.
Important Facts about the EAP
Anyone can apply, regardless of age, income type, or fuel source.
It’s best to apply before you face a past-due bill or run out of fuel.
size, income, and energy costs.
If part of your rent is subsidized and you have an electric vendor, you may still qualify.
You can include your children as household members.
All your information will be kept confidential.
Awards range from $200 to $1,400, based on household. See the chart on the right.
Income Guidelines for 2026-2027 (October 1, 2026 - September 30, 2027)
| Household Size | Monthly Income |
|---|---|
| 1 | $3,205 |
| 2 | $4,191 |
| 3 | $5,177 |
| 4 | $6,164 |
| 5 | $7,150 |
| 6 | $8,136 |
Eligibility is based on your household’s income from the previous month.
Frequently Asked Questions
Energy Assistance is a program that helps eligible households pay heating and electric bills and provides support for furnace repairs.
Energy Assistance helps relieve the financial strain of high energy bills, ensuring you can stay safe and warm all season.
Homeowners and renters who meet income guidelines.
You can receive help once each heating season, with applications accepted from October 1 through May 31.
- Phone: Call us at 507-376-4195 or 800-658-2444.
- Online: Download an application from the link below.
For more information about the
Energy Assistance Program, please contact:
Shirley Perez, Energy Assistance
Program Coordinator
or
Darci Goedtke, Executive Director
507-376-4195
Email: eap@smoc.us
After Hours/weekends/holidays: 507-360-7622
