Affordable Connectivity Program
The National Urban League is proud to partner with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to introduce their new Affordable Connectivity Program. This program will ensure households can afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare and more. This benefit is one of many that the National Urban League has fought for in order to address the digital divide. To learn more about our priorities and solutions regarding digital equity, read our Lewis Latimer Plan for Digital Equity and Inclusion and the Digital Equity white paper.
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As part of Affordable connectivity Awareness week, the National Urban League has partnered with a variety of organizations to raise awareness regarding this new federal benefit. To learn more about the National Urban League's work to close the digital divide, and information on the FCC's Affordable Connectivity Program, watch the PSA below featuring Washington Bureau Executive Director and SVP of Policy and Advocacy Joi Chaney |
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Who Is Eligible for the Affordable Connectivity Program?
A household is eligible for the Affordable Connectivity Program if the household income is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, or if a member of the household meets at least one of the criteria below:
- Received a Federal Pell Grant during the current award year;
- Meets the eligibility criteria for a participating provider's existing low-income internet program;
- Participates in one of these assistance programs:
- The National School Lunch Program or the School Breakfast Program, including through the USDA Community Eligibility Provision;
- SNAP
- Medicaid
- Federal Public Housing Assistance
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- WIC
- Veterans Pension or Survivor Benefits
- or Lifeline;
Participates in one of these assistance programs and lives on Qualifying Tribal lands:
- Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance
- Tribal TANF
- Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations
- Tribal Head Start (income based)
Which Internet Service Providers Are Participating in the Affordable Connectivity Program?
Various internet providers, including those offering landline and wireless internet service, are participating in the Affordable Connectivity Program. Find internet service providers offering the benefit in your state or territory.
Service providers can find more information about how to participate here.