LIHEAP-2026 Federal Grant Award Summary

The Kansas Department for Children and Families received a $73.04 million formula grant award from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of Community Services, under the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP, CFDA 93.568). The award, effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027, provides federally funded assistance to eligible low-income households throughout Kansas to reduce the financial burden of home energy costs. LIHEAP funding supports multiple service categories including direct utility bill payment assistance, emergency energy crisis intervention, weatherization improvements, and minor energy-related home repairs designed to maintain safe and healthy living conditions for vulnerable populations.

As the state administering agency, the Kansas Department for Children and Families is responsible for developing and submitting an annual LIHEAP Model Plan demonstrating compliance with federal assurances and public participation requirements, managing fund allocation and service delivery to eligible households, and maintaining audit compliance under the Single Audit Act. The formula-based allocation methodology distributes funds according to congressional appropriation, with the recipient required to conduct public hearings and demonstrate meaningful public participation in the development of energy assistance policies and fund distribution strategies throughout the two-year performance period.