Affordable Connectivity Program
What is the ACP?
The Affordable Connectivity Program is a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) program that helps ensure households can afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare and more.
The benefit provides a discount of up to $30 per month toward internet service for eligible households. Eligible households can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers if they contribute more than $10 and less than $50 toward the purchase price.
Only one monthly service discount and one device discount is allowed per household.
Loretto Telecom is a participating internet service provider, but is not a provider of laptops, desktops, or tablets.
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:
- 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)
Visit fcc.gov/ACP for a Consumer FAQ and other program resources.
Steps to Enroll
- Visit affordableconnectivity.gov to apply online or download a printable application for submission by mail.
- Reach out to Loretto Telecom, select a plan, and inquire about the ACP discount. An approval letter must be submitted to Loretto Telecom to receive the discount.
- Enjoy internet at the speed of life!
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