For Immediate Release                                                                                                

Kentucky’s LIHEAP Crisis Program: Applications Open January 7 – March 15, 2025

Community Action Agencies Offering Heating Assistance Across All 120 Counties

FRANKFORT, Ky. (January 6, 2025): Kentucky’s Community Action Agencies (CAK) are set to begin accepting applications for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Crisis component from January 7 until March 15, 2025, on a first-come, first-serve basis.

This program assists eligible households facing a home heating emergency, such as imminent loss of heat, low fuel supply, or eviction due to unpaid utility bills. Households must meet eligibility requirements, including income eligibility of up to and including 150% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Prior LIHEAP assistance does not impact a household’s eligibility.

Crisis benefits will cover the minimum needed to alleviate the crisis not to exceed the Community Action Agency’s local cost for a deliverable supply of the household’s primary heating fuel or $400 for gas or electric. Households can reapply each time they experience a crisis until they reach their maximum benefit. Benefits are paid directly to the fuel vendor.

Kentucky’s Community Action Network collectively operates outreach offices in all 120 Kentucky counties. To apply, contact your local Community Action Agency office or call 800-456-3452. Visit www.capky.org/network to find the nearest office.

All applicants will be required to supply the following documentation at the time of application:

• Proof of Social Security Number or Permanent Residence card (Green Card) for each member of the household.

• Proof of all household’s (all members) income from the preceding month.

• Most current electric bill, statement from your landlord if electric is included in your rent, statement from utility company if you participate in a Pre-Pay Electric Program.

• The account number and name on the account for main heating fuel sources and electric bill.

For the Crisis component, applicants requiring assistance for natural gas or electric must bring a disconnect/past due notice. If your rent includes heat, bring a copy of your lease and eviction notice. Pre-Pay Electric Program participants must show they have 10 days or less of pre-paid electric service.

Community Action Kentucky administers LIHEAP in partnership with the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services who receive the funding as a pass-through block grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For more information about LIHEAP, including contact information for all local Community Action agencies, please visit the
Community Action Kentucky website at www.CAPKY.org.

About Community Action Kentucky

Community Action Kentucky is the statewide association representing and assisting the 23 Community Action agencies across Kentucky
that work to empower individuals and families to attain greater economic stability and long-term success. With a presence in all 120
Kentucky counties, Community Action agencies provide life-changing resources and programs to support a wide array of service areas,
including food security, transportation, home energy, early childhood education, senior support, emergency services, housing assistance,
workforce development, youth enrichment and more. As a statewide voice for local agencies, Community Action Kentucky works to
address policy issues that impact low-income individuals and cultivates broad-reaching partnerships that improve the lives of thousands of
Kentuckians, making it possible for them to achieve their goals. For more information about Community Action Kentucky,
visit www.CAPKY.org

As a non-profit agency, Central Kentucky Community Action, Inc. is required to inform the local community of the Area Board of Director’s Meeting which is open to the public. The meeting will be on Monday, January 15, 2025 at 3:00 PM EST. For more information, call the Central Office at 270-692-2136.

As a non-profit agency, Central Kentucky Community Action, Inc. is required to inform the local community of the Area Board of Director’s Meeting which is open to the public. The meeting will be on Monday, January 3, 2025 at 11:30 AM EST. For more information, call the Central Office at 270-692-2136.

As a non-profit agency, Central Kentucky Community Action, Inc. is required to inform the local community of the Area Board of Director’s Meeting which is open to the public. The meeting will be on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 9:00 AM EST. For more information, call the Central Office at 270-692-2136.

As a non-profit agency, Central Kentucky Community Action, Inc. is required to inform the local community of the Area Board of Director’s Meeting which is open to the public. The meeting will be on Monday, December 2, 2024 at 2:00 PM EST. For more information, call the Central Office at 270-692-2136.

For Immediate Release                                                                                                

Prepare for Fall – LIHEAP Subsidy Enrollment November 5th through December 20, 2024

 Kentucky’s Community Action Agencies Will Be Assisting Eligible Households in All 120 Counties

 FRANKFORT, Ky. (October 29, 2024):  Starting November 5, Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program

(LIHEAP) Fall Subsidy enrollment is available through Kentucky’s Community Action Network for eligible Kentucky households. Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis through December 20, 2024, or until designated funds have been expended.

Individuals should apply through their local Community Action Agency office. To locate your local office, please call 800-456-3452 or visit www.capky.org/network. Please be aware that some offices may be closed on November 5th for the General Election.

LIHEAP Fall Subsidy provides households with a one-time benefit depending on housing category, fuel type used for heating, and income level. Benefit can be applied towards home heating cost for electric, natural gas, propane, coal, wood, or fuel oil.

Benefits are paid directly to the household’s energy vendor. Prior LIHEAP assistance does not impact a household’s eligibility. Households must meet eligibility requirements, including income eligibility of up to and including 150% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Community Action Kentucky administers LIHEAP in partnership with the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family

Services who receive the funding as a pass-through block grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For more information about LIHEAP, including contact information for all local Community Action agencies, please visit the Community Action Kentucky website at www.CAPKY.org.

About Community Action Kentucky

Community Action Kentucky is the statewide association representing and assisting the 23 Community Action agencies across Kentucky that work to empower individuals and families to attain greater economic stability and long-term success. With a presence in all 120 Kentucky counties, Community Action agencies provide lifechanging resources and programs to support a wide array of service areas, including food security, transportation, home energy, early childhood education, senior support, emergency services, housing assistance, workforce development, youth enrichment and more. As a statewide voice for local agencies, Community Action Kentucky works to address policy issues that impact low-income individuals and cultivates broad-reaching partnerships that improve the lives of thousands of Kentuckians, making it possible for them to achieve their goals. For more information about Community Action Kentucky, visit www.CAPKY.org.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
Hal B. Goode
Executive Director
Central Kentucky Community Action Council
270-692-2136
hal.goode@ckcac.org

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Announces Bryan Conover as New Executive Director

Lebanon, Ky — October 17^th, 2024 —Central Kentucky Community Action Council (CKCAC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Bryan Conover as its new Executive Director, effective January 2025. Conover brings a wealth of experience in community service and leadership, making him a perfect fit for this vital role in our organization and the community we serve.

Bryan Conover comes to this position with over 15 years of professional experience in education, fiscal, and non-profit management. Conover currently serves as CKCAC’s Head Start and Early Head Start Director, where he helps children and families in our community access high-quality early childhood education and wraparound support.

“We are excited to have Bryan as the new Executive Director,” stated Andrew Adkins, Chairman of the CKCAC Board of Directors. “His passion for serving our communities and proven track record of successful leadership will undoubtedly drive our mission forward and enhance the lives of those we serve in central Kentucky.”

As Executive Director, Conover will lead CKCAC and its 13 programs in its ongoing efforts to address the challenges facing low-income individuals and families of central Kentucky. He aims to expand existing programs, develop new initiatives, and strengthen partnerships with local organizations, government agencies, and the community at large.

“I am honored to be named as Central Kentucky Community Action Council’s new Executive Director,” Conover said. “I want to thank Mr. Goode and the CKCAC Board of Directors for entrusting this position to me. I believe in the power of community collaboration and am eager to work alongside our dedicated CKCAC staff, volunteers, and partners to create meaningful change in our community. CKCAC stands ready to work with any and all to combat poverty in central Kentucky. ”

Central Kentucky Community Action Council is dedicated to improving the lives of those in our region through programs focused on early childhood education, economic development, nutrition, health and wellness, and housing supports. With Conover’s leadership, CKCAC is poised to continue making a significant impact in our community. He is committed to CKCAC’s mission of empowering individuals and families of central Kentucky to achieve self-sufficiency.

Conover holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from Transylvania University and a master’s degree in college student personnel from Bowling Green State University (OH). He lives in Elizabethtown with his wife, Marian, and daughter, Rosemary. “I want to thank my family for their never-ending support and love. Also, a big thank you to my parents for all they have done for me and for helping lead me on this journey,” Conover said.

For more information about Bryan Conover and the Central Kentucky Community Action Council, please visit www.CKCAC.org or contact Hal B. Goode at 270-692-2136.

UPDATE-DATE CHANGE

As a non-profit agency, Central Kentucky Community Action, Inc. is required to inform the local community of the Area Board of Director’s Meeting which is open to the public. The meeting will be on Wednesday, October 17, 2024 at 10:00 AM EST. For more information, call the Central Office at 270-692-2136.

LIHEAP Fall Subsidy 2024 Starts November 5 – December 20, 2024

Breckinridge Co CSBG                                   270-756-6813

Grayson Co CSBG                                            270-259-3500

Hardin Co CSBG                                               502-764-2221

LaRue Co CSBG                                                270-358-3937

Marion Co CSBG                                              270-692-6411

Meade Co CSBG                                                270-422-2545

Nelson Co CSBG                                               502-348-9596

Washington Co CSBG                                    859-336-7766

What you need to bring when you apply:

Proof of Social Security Number of Permanent Residence card (Green Card) for each member of the household

Proof of household’s members income from the prior month.

Current heating bill, or statement from your landlord if they are included in your rent, or statement from utility company if you participate in Pre-Pay.

The account number and name on the account for main heating fuel sources and electric bill.

Both phases of LIHEAP are federally funded programs.  Operations of both phases are contingent upon Federal appropriation.

This project is funded in part under a contract with the Cabinet for Health & Family Services with funds from CSBG Act of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

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Central Kentucky Community Action Council’s Congregate Meals Program

Positions Open:

Congregate Meals Coordinator-Full-Time 30 hours per week