Federal Grant Award Summary

The Human Services Vermont Agency Of received a Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) formula grant award of $20.25 million from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Community Services (CFDA 93.568), effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027. This grant funds Vermont's delivery of energy assistance services to eligible low-income households, including financial support for home energy bills, emergency energy crisis intervention, weatherization improvements, and minor energy-related home repairs. As the state's designated LIHEAP recipient, the agency administers the program through a comprehensive Model Plan that incorporates public participation and ensures compliance with federal assurances and regulatory requirements.

The two-year award enables the agency to maintain critical energy cost assistance operations across Vermont, helping vulnerable populations—including low-income families, elderly residents, and individuals with disabilities—manage the financial burden of home energy expenses while maintaining safe and healthy living conditions. The agency's established infrastructure as Vermont's lead administrator for federal social services and human services programs positions it to efficiently deliver LIHEAP benefits through established service networks and existing partnerships with local communities and providers.