ACP vs. Lifeline: Similarities, Differences, and How to Apply

Although broadband costs in the US have decreased when adjusted for inflation, many Americans still find high-speed internet service too expensive.  The Department of Commerce found that of the 24 million households without internet at home, around 4.3 million...

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The Affordable Connectivity Program End Date

Government initiatives to help low-income households are a huge benefit to those in need. One popular benefit that has helped millions of households in the US is the Affordable Connectivity Program.  While it received generous funding in 2021, the...

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How To Qualify For ACP & How to Stay Connected After It Ends 

In 2021, the Affordable Connectivity Program was established to help families stay connected, for work and study, during financial difficulties. It’s a great benefit with a lot of interest from low-income households. But who qualifies for the Affordable Connectivity...

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How Do I Get Internet With SNAP/Food Stamp Benefits?

When you’re already living paycheck to paycheck, the additional cost of Wi-Fi and an internet connection may be too much for your budget. This can cause real problems, especially because so much of daily life is completed online: School...

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How to Apply for CalFresh

Are you a low-income resident of California? If so, you may qualify for the CalFresh program. If you are accepted into the program, you will receive monthly financial aid to buy nutritious food for you and your family. With...

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How to Clean Out Your Phone

Have you asked yourself, “Why is my phone storage full?” for the fifth time in the last five days? No matter what you do, it seems your phone remains full and keeps slowing down. Fortunately, cleaning up your phone...

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Where To Find Free Internet Service

You may not be able to afford your Wi-Fi, or perhaps you need access to faster, high-speed, internet-based phone service for school or work. Asking your neighbors to piggyback onto their internet subscription may create a sore spot in...

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How To Qualify For the Affordable Connectivity Program

Rising food and rent costs are causing many Americans to fall behind on utility bills such as internet, electricity, and phone services. Luckily, the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a new government benefit program that provides internet access to...

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