Call these first
Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) - LIEAPApply for energy assistance (LIHEAP). Say if you have a shutoff notice. Mid-Kansas Community Action Program, Inc. (Mid-CAP)Ask about emergency help with utilities, rent and other bills. Kansas DCF Hutchinson Service CenterApply for SNAP, Medicaid and cash help. What's open right now
Kansas energy assistance (LIEAP): 2026–27 dates haven't been announced yet; DCF says the start depends on federal funding. Last season ran January 20 to March 31, 2026. Call 1-888-369-4777 or check Kansas DCF. The Kansas Cold Weather Rule runs November 1 to March 31 for utilities the KCC regulates.
Offices usually ask for photo ID, your latest bill or shutoff notice, and proof of household income. Call first and ask what to bring.
Your utility companies
Check the company name on your bill. Many counties have more than one.
Electric
Ark Valley Electric CooperativeServes part of the county. Electric co-op. Help programs: Cold Weather Rule EvergyServes part of the county. Kansas City area (Kansas Metro) customers: 1-888-471-5275. Use the number on your bill. State winter shutoff rules apply.Help programs: Financial Help (LIEAP referral, payment options); Evergy Connect in-person help Midwest EnergyServes part of the county. Electric co-op. Help programs: Midwest Customers Care; Financial Assistance (LIEAP referral)Bill help line: 816-756-5392 Ninnescah Electric CooperativeServes part of the county. Electric co-op. Sedgwick County Electric CooperativeServes part of the county. Electric co-op. Help programs: Payment Options Southern Pioneer Electric CompanyServes part of the county. State winter shutoff rules apply.Help programs: Cold Weather Rule; H.U.G.S. (community giving, not confirmed as bill help) City of Haven (municipal electric)City of Haven only (town). City-owned utility: call your city hall (the number is on your bill). City utility.
Natural gas
Kansas Gas Service (ONE Gas)Serves Hutchinson; other towns may use a different company. State winter shutoff rules apply.Help programs: Share The Warmth (via The Salvation Army); LIEAP; payment arrangementsBill help line: 816-756-5392 Black Hills Energy (Kansas gas)Serves Hutchinson; other towns may use a different company. State winter shutoff rules apply.Help programs: Black Hills Cares; LIHEAP/LIEAP; payment arrangements; budget billing
Other local help
Food: Kansas Food Bank1919 E. Douglas, Wichita, KS 67211 Seniors: South Central Kansas Area Agency on Aging304 South Summit, P.O. Box 1122, Arkansas City, KS 67005; toll-free 800-362-0264 Weatherization (lower heating and cooling costs): South Central Kansas Economic Development District (SCKEDD) Weatherization1861 N Rock Rd, Ste 310, Wichita, KS 67206 Free legal help (eviction, debt): Kansas Legal Services - Hutchinson Office206 W. 1st St., Hutchinson, KS 67501 Health care (sliding fee): PrairieStar Health CenterSite in county: Hutchinson site
Checked October 25, 2026. Sources: each agency's own website, state community action list. Programs change, so confirm with the agency.
Got a shutoff notice?
Call your utility today, before the shutoff date. Ask for a payment plan and any winter or medical protections, and apply for energy help at the same time.
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