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Affordable Connectivity Program
The U.S. government sponsored Affordable Connectivity Program’s aim is to connect qualified people with affordable or free internet dependent upon income. Visit the program’s website to
1. Sign up. 2. Connect 3. Save.
The website assists clients with how to apply and upload qualifying documents. There’s even an option for printing and mailing the application. However, many people may need additional consultation to navigate the site with a trusted person.
Qualifying
There are a variety of avenues to qualify for this program. Summarized within this news article, are the bigger ideas. However, consult the website for more detailed information.
- Household Income defined as “a group of people who live together and share money even if they are not related to each other.” A Household Worksheet is available in English or Spanish and is available in nine additional languages.
- Verified Participation in particular Government Assistance Programs
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Medicaid
- Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Federal Public Housing
- Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit
- Free and Reduced-Price School Lunch Program
- Federal Pell Grant in current year
- Tribal Assistance Programs
- Any federal assistance programs listed
- Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance
- Head Start (must meet income qualifying standard)
- Tribal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (Tribal TANF)
- Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservation
- Lifeline Benefit
This program highlights varying ways people can access the Internet at a lower or cost-free option. Consult the website for further information.