MIFA/MLGW - Share the Pennies - Weatherization- Currently Closed-

AKA:

weatherization, energy efficiency, window repair, caulking

Description:

THE Program is currently closed, but clients can enter contact information on mifa.org/sharethepennies to be notified when the program will be reopened.


WHAT IS WEATHERIZATION?
Weatherization is the practice of protecting a home from the elements and maximizing energy efficiency. Professionally trained Energy Technicians perform on-site home energy audits to identify areas of improvement for energy efficiency. Based on the home energy audit, qualified contractors will perform measures such as increasing attic insulation, repairing broken windows and sealing any air leaks (see the full list of measures below), to make the home more energy efficient.

WHAT KINDS OF PROJECTS CAN BE DONE?
Attic Insulation
Attic Stairs and Door Replacement
Broken Window Repair or Replacement
Exterior Door Repair or Replacement
Weather Stripping around Doors or Windows
Repair of Water Leaks
Repair of Gas Leaks
Exterior or Interior Wall Penetrations
Interior Floor Penetrations (homes not on a slab)
HVAC Duct Repair or Replacement
HVAC Repair or Replacement
Water Heater Repair or Replacement
Installation of Smoke Detectors
Installation of CO Detectors (gas appliances)

WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR SERVICES?
Must be 18 years or older to apply
Must be a homeowner who lives in Shelby County
Home must be listed in your name
Must live in the home to be repaired
Must be current on previous year's City and County property taxes for the home you live in
Must meet income limit guidelines (see chart below)
Must have an active MLGW utility account in your name with no diversion within the last seven years and any bad debt owed to MLGW must be paid in full
Must not have received assistance from any MLGW weatherization grant programs in the past four years

income Guidelines:
INCOME GUIDELINES:
You may be eligible if your income meets the income limit guidelines listed in the chart (based on 200% of Federal Poverty Guidelines).

Household Size

Income limit

1 $29,160

2 $39,440

3 $49,720

4 $60,000

5 $70,280

6 $80,560

7 $90,840

8 $101,120

Hours:

THE Program is currently closed, but clients can enter contact information on mifa.org/sharethepennies to be notified when the program will be reopened.

Intake Process:

THE Program is currently closed, but clients can enter contact information on mifa.org/sharethepennies to be notified when the program will be reopened.

Program Fees:

none

Eligibility:

WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR SERVICES?
Must be 18 years or older to apply
Must be a homeowner who lives in Shelby County
Home must be listed in your name
Must live in the home to be repaired
Must be current on previous year's City and County property taxes for the home you live in
Must meet income limit guidelines (see chart below)
Must have an active MLGW utility account in your name with no diversion within the last seven years and any bad debt owed to MLGW must be paid in full
Must not have received assistance from any MLGW weatherization grant programs in the past four years

income Guidelines:
INCOME GUIDELINES:
You may be eligible if your income meets the income limit guidelines listed in the chart (based on 200% of Federal Poverty Guidelines).

Household Size

Income limit

1 $29,160

2 $39,440

3 $49,720

4 $60,000

5 $70,280

6 $80,560

7 $90,840

8 $101,120

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

May 14, 2024