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January 5, 2026

Starting January 6, LIHEAP Crisis Assistance Available at Kentucky’s Community Action Agencies


Eligible Households Facing Heating Emergencies Can Apply for Assistance in all 120 Counties. FRANKFORT, Ky. (January 5, 2026): Beginning January 6 through March 27, 2026, Kentucky's Community Action Agencies will accept applications for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Crisis component. LIHEAP Winter Crisis is available in all 120 counties, ensuring access to heating assistance for households in need across the Commonwealth. Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis, or until funds are depleted. This program assists eligible households facing a home...
October 30, 2025

LIHEAP Fall Subsidy: One-Time Heating Assistance in Kentucky’s 120 Counties


Kentucky Households Enroll at Their Local Community Action Agency November 3–December 12, 2025 FRANKFORT, Ky. (October 30, 2025): Starting November 3, Kentucky households can apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Fall Subsidy through their local Community Action Agency. Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis until December 12, 2025. LIHEAP Fall Subsidy provides eligible households with a one-time benefit to assist with home heating costs. The benefit amount depends on housing category, fuel type used for heating, and income level. It...
October 27, 2025

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR ANNUAL AUDIT SERVICES AND 990 TAX RETURN PREPARATION


Community Action Kentucky, Inc. (CAK) is requesting proposals for the completion of a single audit and 990 tax return preparation. The scope of the audit is from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026.  This RFP includes options for four additional years.  Proposals should be received by 5:00 p.m. EST, November 15, 2025 to be considered. The full RFP can be viewed here: 2025-2026 CAK Audit RFP Proposals should be sent to: Attn: Audit 2025Community Action Kentucky, Inc. 101 Burch CourtFrankfort, KY 40601 Emailed submissions...
August 18, 2025

Community Action Kentucky Announces Board Leadership Transition


FRANKFORT, Ky. (August 18, 2025): Community Action Kentucky's August Board Meeting signified the beginning of Brandon Harley’s leadership as Chair of the Board of Directors. Harley, Executive Director of Audubon Area Community Services (AACS), officially began his two-year term during the meeting held on Friday, August 15, 2025. Harley brings more than a decade of leadership experience in both the public and nonprofit sectors to his role as Chair. Having served nearly 10 years at AACS, Harley has been instrumental in advancing programs that empower individuals...
July 24, 2025

Kentucky’s LIHEAP Summer Subsidy: Applications Open July 28- September 12, 2025


Cooling Assistance Available Through Community Action Agencies in All 120 Counties FRANKFORT, Ky. (July 24, 2025): Kentucky households responsible for their electric costs may qualify for cooling assistance through the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy. Applications will be accepted at Kentucky’s Community Action Agencies from July 28 through September 12, 2025, on a first-come, first-serve basis. The program provides households with a one-time electric benefit, determined by the household’s housing category and income level. Households must meet eligibility requirements, including income eligibility of...