About the Affordable Connectivity Program with Free Tablets Wireless

What is the Affordable Connectivity Program?

The Affordable Connectivity Program is a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) initiative designed to help households access the broadband services necessary for work, education, healthcare, and other essential activities. This program aims to bridge the digital divide by connecting qualified households to enhanced job prospects, healthcare resources, online learning environments, and other critical services.

When did the Affordable Connectivity Program begin?

The Affordable Connectivity Program started on January 1, 2022, supported by $14 billion in federal funding.

This substantial investment underscores the government’s commitment to expanding internet accessibility across the country, ensuring that more households, especially those in underserved areas, can stay connected in an increasingly digital world.

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Qualifying for the Affordable Connectivity Program…

To qualify for the Affordable Connectivity Program, a household must either have an income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines or meet one of the following conditions:

  • Affordable Housing Initiatives for American Indians, Alaska Natives, or Native Hawaiians
  • A household member has received a Federal Pell Grant during the current award year.
  • The household qualifies under a participating provider’s low-income internet program.
  • The household is part of any of the following programs:
    • SNAP
    • Medicaid
    • Federal Housing Assistance, such as:
      • Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program (Section 8 Vouchers)
      • Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA)/Section 202/ Section 811
      • Public Housing
  • Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
  • WIC
  • Veterans Pension or Survivor Benefits
  • Free and Reduced-Price School Lunch Program or School Breakfast Program, including schools participating in the USDA Community Eligibility Provision
  • Lifeline program;

For households on qualifying Tribal lands, eligibility can also be met through:

  • Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance
  • Tribal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (Tribal TANF)
  • Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations
  • Income-based Tribal Head Start
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Meet Our Team

Meet our dedicated team members who are passionately working to bridge the digital divide
and ensure access to technology through government-supported programs.

Michael Thompson
Michael Thompson
Chief Executive Officer

Michael holds an MBA from MIT and brings over 15 years of leadership in tech initiatives. He is committed to leveraging his expertise to expand access to educational and economic opportunities.

Dr. Emily Carter
Dr. Emily Carter
Director of Outreach Initiatives

A Harvard graduate with a Ph.D. in Public Policy, Dr. Carter has over a decade of experience in digital inclusion. She is dedicated to ensuring equitable access to technology for all communities.

James Clark
James Clark
Program Manager for ACP

With an MBA from Stanford, James specializes in technology access programs. His goal is to bridge the digital divide through strategic partnerships and innovative outreach efforts.