Energy Assistance

What is LEAP?

The Colorado Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) helps people in Colorado pay for heat during the cold winter months.

How to Apply: November 1 – April 30

If you want to apply for LEAP, it's best to use the online form or call to apply by phone.

  • Online at Colorado PEAK
  • By phone: Call 1-866-HEAT-HELP (1-866-432-8435) to get a paper form.
  • In person: Go to your local county human services office. They do not process applications or give out benefits, but they can give you a paper application and accept it once you’ve filled it out.

Who Can Get Help?

You may qualify if:

  • You pay for heating in your home.
  • Your household makes less than a certain amount of money.
  • Everyone in your home is legally allowed to live in the U.S.

Heating Emergencies

If your furnace breaks or your heating system stops working during winter, LEAP may help repair or replace it. This is for people who qualify and have a heating emergency. LEAP does not help with portable heaters or temporary heating.

Check Your Application

To see if your application was approved:

  • Log in to your Colorado PEAK account
  • Or call 1-866-HEAT-HELP

Can I get help filling out my application?

Yes, several locations in Weld County offer help filling out applications.

Housing Navigation Center
870 28th Street, Greeley
2nd and 4th Wednesdays
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

St Alban's Church
311 6th Street, Windsor
Wednesdays
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Weld County Department of Human Services
Community Outreach
315 N 11th Avenue, Building A, Greeley

What to Do with a LEAP Paper Application

  1. Fill out the form completely – Make sure all questions are answered and required documents are included (like proof of income and ID).
  2. Submit the application:

By mail: 

LEAP
PO BOX 39200
Colorado Springs, CO 80949-9905

Find a Post Office near you.

In person

United Way of Weld County
870 28th Street
Greeley CO 80631

OR, Drop it off at your local county human services office.

Applications processed by Discover Goodwill of Southern & Western Colorado.

More Help with Heating and Energy Costs

Crisis Intervention Program:

If your main heat source (like a furnace or wood stove) breaks, this program can help fix or replace it. It’s available all year. The program is run by Energy Outreach Colorado.

Weatherization Program:

This program helps make homes more energy-efficient so heating bills stay lower. It’s run by the Governor’s Energy Office.

PTC Rebate:

Colorado gives money back to low-income seniors and people with disabilities to help with property tax, rent, and heating costs. You could get up to $660 for property tax and $192 for heating costs. The Colorado Department of Revenue handles this program.

Apply

Colorado PEAK

Contact

Phone: (866) 432-8435
Email: LEAPHELP@GoodwillColorado.org
Website: Colorado LEAP

Addresses

Mailing Address:
LEAP
PO BOX 39200
Colorado Springs, CO 80949-9905

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