Application Dates for the 2025-2026 Season
October 1, 2025-Online applications open: Click here for the online application
November 1, 2025-All other application methods (in-person, mail, etc.) open.
Deadline: Applications are accepted until April 20, 2026, or until funds are depleted.
EAP provides a one-time annual benefit that can assist you with the high cost of home energy and can help if you are about to get disconnected. However, an EAP benefit will not cover all of your annual heating and electric costs, so you should continue to pay your bills regularly.
Thank you to our staff and volunteers who helped serve our community through this program.
For additional program information please visit CoAction’s website or call our office at 219-464-9736.
Please note, due to the high volume of calls received during this time, you may be required to leave a voicemail. Our staff is working diligently to assist everyone and will return your call in the order it is received. We appreciate your patience during this time.
Am I Eligible?
Indiana households that make 60% of the state median income (60 SMI) or less may qualify for these benefits. See below for a detailed breakdown of income qualifications. See below for a detailed breakdown of income qualifications.
EAP 2025-2026 Income Limits
Persons in Family / Household 1 month 3 months 12 months
1 $2,796 $8,389 $33,556
2 $3,656 $10,970 $43,882
3 $4,517 $13,551 $54.207
4 $5,377 $16,133 $64,533
5 $6,238 $18,714 $74,857
6 $7,098 $21,295 $85,183
7 $7,259 $21,779 $87,119
8 $7,421 $22,263 $89,055
9 $7,582 $22,747 $90,991
10 $7,743 $23,231 $92,927
What if I Have a Disconnect Notice From My Utility Company?
If you have not applied for Energy Assistance yet, apply online by visiting the EAP Connect Portal.
After you have submitted an application, you will receive an Intake Number. Contact your utility company to let them know you have applied for Energy Assistance and share your Intake Number with them.
Once you have applied for Energy Assistance, your utilities cannot be disconnected between December 1 and March 15 (Moratorium). It is important that you continue to pay on your utility bill during the moratorium. Once the moratorium ends, utility companies will begin disconnecting services on past due accounts.
If you have a disconnect notice or if you have been disconnected, you can also contact the organizations below for assistance.
Your Local Township Trustee’s Office
The Salvation Army
Local Churches