Struggling to make ends meet can be stressful, and we’re here to help. You may be eligible for assistance with rent, mortgage, utilities, or minor home repairs through grants and other funding programs.
Each program has its own requirements. If you do not qualify for one, you might qualify for another. Eligibility is based on household income.
Funding is limited and prioritized based on need. To see if you qualify, apply through the following links:
Please note: Application portals are only available for submission during business hours, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. (excluding county-recognized holidays).
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps eligible low-income households with heating and cooling bills. You may receive an annual energy benefit or crisis assistance if you’re facing an energy emergency.
Please be advised that the Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly Program (EHEAP) is now administered through the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Eligible seniors experiencing an energy crisis should apply using the Florida LIHEAP application..
Apply online today: Florida LIHEAP Application
Please note: When assistance is limited. Households with adults 60 or older, people with disabilities, or children may be prioritized.
Please be advised State of Florida offices will be closed Thursday, July 2, Friday, July 3rd and Monday, July 6th. The LIHEAP Application will be unavailable.
Need Help Paying for Housing or Utilities?
You may qualify for help with past-due bills, such as rent or mortgage payments, move-in costs, water or utility bills, or home repairs. To get started, please complete the Charlotte County Family Stability Application. After you apply, a member of the Human Services team will review your information and contact you by phone or email to continue the process. Be sure your contact details are correct. If you have received an eviction or foreclosure notice and the application limit has been reached, please contact us—we are here to help guide you.
At this time, we are not accepting new applications for assistance. Please check back periodically for updates on application availability. For additional assistance and community resources, please review the Frontline Provider List available in English and Spanish under the Publications section. Due to limited funding, staffing capacity, and the high number of applications received, wait times may be longer than usual. We appreciate your patience and understanding. If your need is urgent and you would like to explore other assistance options while you wait, please review our Frontline Provider List for additional community resources.
If you live in Charlotte County and were affected by Hurricanes Ian, Helene or Milton, you may be eligible for financial or home repair assistance. Please visit www.coadfl.org to apply and review the household eligibility criteria before submitting your application.
If you have questions or need help completing an application, call us at 941.833.6500, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (excluding county-recognized holidays).
No money, cash, or checks will be requested or accepted from applicants or clients for services of any kind. If an employee asks for money, report this to a Manager or the Director of the Human Services Department.