Lower your energy bill with State & Federal assistance programs
We help Ameren customers in Illinois access funding from programs like LIHEAP — a federally funded program that provides eligible households with financial help to pay for energy costs.
Free to check. Funds are limited — apply early in the season.
Programs We Help You Access
Combine multiple programs to maximize your savings on heating, cooling, and electricity.
LIHEAP
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program — federal funding that helps pay heating and cooling bills.
Learn more →PIPP
Illinois Percentage of Income Payment Plan caps your monthly energy bill to a share of your income.
Learn more →Weatherization (IHWAP)
Free home upgrades — insulation, sealing, furnace repair — that permanently reduce your bill.
Learn more →Real Illinois Residents. Real Relief.
Families across the state are getting the help they qualify for.
"We were stretching every dollar in retirement. The assistance covered most of last winter's heating bill."
— Margaret & Tom, Springfield, IL
"I had no idea I qualified. Within weeks my bill was manageable — and my apartment was warm."
— Aaliyah, Peoria, IL
Do You Qualify?
Eligibility is based on household size and income. Most programs serve households at or below 200% of the federal poverty line.
- ✓Illinois resident receiving electric service
- ✓Household income within program limits
- ✓Responsible for home energy costs
- ✓U.S. citizen or qualifying non-citizen
Start Your Free Eligibility Check
Takes about 2 minutes. No SSN required to check.