How to apply for Crossroads Community Action — CEAP Energy Assistance (Lavaca County) in Texas
Crossroads Community Action (formerly Community Action Committee of Victoria) — nonprofit Community Action Agency in Victoria; the TDHCA Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) subrecipient for Aransas, Calhoun, DeWitt, Goliad, Gonzales, Jackson, Lavaca, Refugio and Victoria counties (TDHCA Subrecipient Contact List, 2026-02-02)
Who it's for
Lavaca County's energy bill help (CEAP) is run by Crossroads Community Action in Victoria. It offers emergency bill payment help, support for heating and cooling costs, and energy-saving guidance, and can help more than once a year depending on funding. Household income must be at or below 150% of the federal poverty guidelines. Apply online at crossroadsca.org or in person at 4007 Halsey Street, Victoria; call 361-578-2989 (toll-free 800-695-0314) or the TDHCA CEAP line at 800-525-0657.
Crossroads Community Action is the TDHCA CEAP subrecipient for Lavaca County (TDHCA Help for Texans lookup and the TDHCA Subrecipient Contact List updated 2026-02-02, checked 2026-09-25). Funds are limited and run out during the program year, so apply early. Subrecipient assignments can change between program years — confirm with TDHCA at 800-525-0657 if unsure.
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Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Proof of all household income
- Current energy bill
- Photo identification
- Proof of Lavaca County residency
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 361-578-2989, 800-695-0314
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Crossroads Community Action — CEAP Energy Assistance (Lavaca County). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need proof of all household income, current energy bill, photo identification — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"
Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.
Renewals
up to multiple benefits per program year
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
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