Evergy will host an energy assistance event for its customers from 9:30 a.m. to noon Tuesday, March 8 at The Salvation Army, 1305 E. Limit Ave. in Sedalia.
Customers should bring their utility account numbers, proof of income and social security numbers for all members of the household.
The financial relief amounts available from the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) have recently doubled for Evergy Missouri customers. Residents can now receive over $2,200 in LIHEAP financial relief toward their electric or gas bill. The emergency assistance benefit has increased to over $630 and if a customer has experienced a recent loss or hardship, an additional $1,600 can be provided through the Emergency Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP) bringing the total amount available to more than $2,200.
Missouri customers may apply for LIHEAP year-round. For more information on how to qualify and to submit an application, customers can visit mydss.mo.gov/utility-assistance. Information on payment plans and other resources can be found at evergy.com/manage-account/billing/financial-help.
Evergy customers with an account in good standing, including those on pay arrangements, may qualify for up to a $65 bill credit on their account for up to 12 consecutive months. This financial incentive is part of the Economic Relief Pilot Program. The program is designed to help cover monthly bills and provide an easy way to help budget monthly expenses. For more information, contact the Salvation Army at 816-756-5392 or visit Evergy.com/erpp.
