Call these first
Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) - LIEAPApply for energy assistance (LIHEAP). Say if you have a shutoff notice. Economic Opportunity Foundation, Inc. (EOF)Ask about emergency help with utilities, rent and other bills. Kansas DCF Kansas City 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
EvergyServes the county outside city-owned systems. Kansas Central customers (Topeka, Wichita, Lawrence and most of Kansas): 1-800-383-1183. Use the number on your bill. State winter shutoff rules apply.Help programs: Financial Help (LIEAP referral, payment options); Evergy Connect in-person help Kansas City Board of Public Utilities (BPU)City of Kansas City, KS (BPU electric territory). City utility. Help programs: Payment Assistance; payment plans; BPU cold-weather disconnect protection (forecast 32F or colder)Bill help line: 913-573-9145 Natural gas
Kansas Gas Service (ONE Gas)Serves Kansas City; 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 Water
Kansas City Board of Public Utilities (BPU)Kansas City, KS (BPU water service). City utility. State winter rules may not apply; ask about its own policy.Help programs: Payment AssistanceBill help line: 913-573-9145
Other local help
Food: Harvesters - The Community Food NetworkKansas office: 1220 Timberedge Road, Lawrence, KS 66049; toll-free 877-353-6639; KC MO main (816) 929-3000 Seniors: Wyandotte-Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging849 N 47th Street, Kansas City, KS 66112; toll-free 888-661-1444 Weatherization (lower heating and cooling costs): East Central Kansas Economic Opportunity Corp. (ECKAN) Weatherization1320 S. Ash St., Ottawa, KS 66067; toll-free (866) 242-7450 Free legal help (eviction, debt): Kansas Legal Services - Kansas City Office400 State Avenue, Suite 1015, Kansas City, KS 66101 Health care (sliding fee): Vibrant HealthSite in county: Multiple Kansas City, KS sites Health care (sliding fee): Swope HealthSite in county: Kansas City, KS sites (KDHE list)
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?
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