[Last updated: 2/20/2026]
What You'll Find Here
The LIHEAP statute allows Indian tribes and tribal organizations that wish to assist low-income households in meeting the costs of home energy to apply for a LIHEAP block grant. As of FY 2026, 149 tribes and tribal organizations in 25 states received LIHEAP funds allowing them to directly operate LIHEAP programs. Check the links below for more information about program administration, delivery, and leveraging. The tribal manual provides specific LIHEAP information and requirements with examples of tribal practices.
Funding
This section provides narrative descriptions and visual summaries of LIHEAP funding for tribes and tribal organizations.
Administration
This section describes the statutory and regulatory framework for LIHEAP administration and highlights tribal and tribal organization administrative practices and tools.
Delivery
This section explains how LIHEAP services are delivered by tribes and tribal organizations, including tables detailing variation across key program areas such as eligibility, benefits, and program components.
Leveraging
This section highlights how tribes and tribal organizations supplement LIHEAP funds with non-federal resources and other supporting programs.
LIHEAP Grantee Resource Guide
This section provides a resource guide that serves as a practical primer on LIHEAP administration and documents common tribal program practices.
