Kentucky River Foothills offering one-time electric bill credit through LIHEAP Spring Subsidy program

Karen Atkins |

Kentucky River Foothills will begin accepting applications for the Spring Subsidy Cooling portion of its Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) on Monday, April 20. The agency encourages all potentially eligible or vulnerable households to apply as soon as possible. Applications will be accepted through May 22, 2026, or until funds are depleted.

The program is open to both homeowners and renters who are responsible for their energy bills and meet income eligibility guidelines. Households may receive a one-time electric benefit applied directly to their utility account. Prior assistance through other LIHEAP components does not impact eligibility.

The Spring Subsidy component does not require a disconnect notice, a past due bill, or an eviction notice. Benefits are issued as a credit on the electric account.
To qualify for assistance, households must:

  • Complete a LIHEAP application
  • Be responsible for home energy costs, either directly or as part of rent
  • Reside in Kentucky and apply in the county of residence

Required documentation includes:

  • Photo ID for the head of household
  • Social Security number or Permanent Resident card for each household member
  • Proof of all household income from the previous month
  • The most recent electric bill, or landlord/utility documentation verifying participation in a Pre-Pay Electric Program
  • Vendor information, including account number and name on the utility account

Income Guidelines

Household Size / Gross Monthly Income
1 — $1,995
2 — $2,705
3 — $3,415
4 — $4,125
5 — $4,835
6 — $5,545
7 — $6,255
8 — $6,965

Add $710 for each additional family member.

How to Apply
Appointments are required and can be scheduled by calling 859-544-1713 or visiting: https://foothillscap.itfrontdesk.com

For questions, contact your local Outreach Office:
• Clark County: (859) 744-3235, [email protected]
• Estill County: (606) 723-4492, [email protected]
• Madison County: (859) 623-6514, [email protected]
• Powell County: (606) 663-2659, [email protected]

Residents outside KRFDC’s service area (Clark, Estill, Madison, and Powell counties) may visit www.capky.org to find their local Community Action Agency.

LIHEAP is administered by Kentucky’s Community Action Agencies in partnership with Community Action Kentucky and the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services. The program is funded through a federal block grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.