Contact
Virginia
(218) 735-6839
1-844-568-0149
Duluth
(218) 623-3011
(800) 662-5711 ext. 3011
Fax: 612-465-5869
eap.document@aeoa.org
AEOA Attn: EAP
702 3rd Avenue South
Virginia, MN 55792
Energy Assistance for a Brighter Future
AEOA provides financial grants to be used towards energy costs for residential heating bills. Additional funding is available for crisis situations and energy-related repairs, and resources on energy-saving practices are also provided.
Energy Assistance Program (EAP) Facts
- Renters and homeowners are eligible
- Assets such as the home are not considered in determining eligibility
- Grants range from $200 to $1,400, based on household size, income, & fuel cost
Income Guidelines
These are the income guidelines for the FFY27 program year, which is October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
Contact us if:
- You move.
- You get an energy shut-off notice or your service is disconnected.
- Your tank is less than 20% and your fuel company requires payment to deliver fuel.
- Someone in your household is 60 or older and you need help paying your energy bills.
- Your furnace/heating system is not working and you own your home. We may be able to help repair or replace your furnace/heating system. Contact us before calling a furnace repair company
- Your utilities are disconnected – There may be financial assistance available to help.
The deadline to apply for Energy Assistance for the winter of 2025-2026 was May 31, 2026.
This program year start date is 10/1/26.
AEOA receives Minnesota Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) funds from the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Mark Page, Executive Director, Dave Johnson, Director of Housing Services, and Jean Pelletier, Energy Assistance Program Manager, directly oversee and manage this grant contract and funds. To reach them, please call: 1-800-662-5711