Need help paying your utilities?

Apply to see if you qualify for LIHEAP

If you meet eligibility requirements you may qualify for federal assistance through LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program). For more information, residents living in Chattanooga can call the Office of Family Empowerment, 423-643-6434—leave a message and they will return your call within 24 hours.

You can also find the LIHEAP application on-line and email it to LIHEAP@chattanooga.gov.

Check other resources available through United Way 2-1-1

If you or someone you know needs help, call 2-1-1 from any phone. 

• Speak with a Community Resource Specialist by dialing 2-1-1, 423-265-8000, or toll free at 1-866-921-3035
• Text your zip code to 898-211 to start a text chat
• Email 211staff@uwchatt.org

This free, local service is available Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm. For more information, please visit www.unitedwaycha.org.