This program is a short-term aid for low-income Southwest Gas customers who are facing a hardship or find themselves in a crisis. A hardship or crisis is defined as:

• Those at risk of endangering their health by not utilizing necessary appliances, such as furnaces and water heaters
• A sudden loss of income
• An unexpected expense that result in the inability to pay, such as a medical expense

Qualified customers must meet the household income requirements as noted below.

LOW-INCOME ENERGY CONSERVATION BILL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM HOUSEHOLD INCOME GUIDELINES Effective July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013
Number of People Living in Household:	Annual Income:
1	$16,755
2	$22,695
3	$28,635
4	$34,575
5	$40,515
6	$46,455
7	$52,395
8	$58,335
For each additional person in your household, add:	$5,940

The Low Income Energy Conservation Program provides free audits, conservation education and comprehensive weatherization materials that increase energy-efficiency and safety in the homes of qualified low-income customers.

The Arizona Home Energy Assistance Fund

The Home Energy Assistance Fund is a self-sustaining non-profit energy assistance program. The program is administered through Community Action Agencies statewide and provides utility assistance, job training, tax preparation and assistance with food, shelter, clothing, and financial education.

For information on the Low-Income Energy Conservation Bill Assistance Program, select your location and then call one of the agencies listed: