What is Lifeline?
Lifeline is a federal program run by the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) under the direction of the Federal Communications Commisision (FCC) that provides a discount on monthly phone or internet service up to $9.25 for those that are eligible. It can be used for phone or internet depending on the company, but not both.
How do you know if you're eligible?
Your household may be eligible for Lifeline based on a few factors. One factor is if your income is at or below 135% of the federal poverty level (amount varies based on number of people in your household.) Maxiumum eligible incomes according to size of household can be found here.
The following federal assistance programs may also qualify you for Lifeline:
How do you apply for Lifeline?
You can apply for Lifeline via their National Verifier website.
You can also apply by filling out this form and mailing it to:
Lifeline Support Center
P.O. Box 7081
London, KY 40742
Click here for the same form in Spanish.
You may also find out which companies in your area are partnered with Lifeline through this link and contact them directly using the accompanying website or phone number.
The closest providers to Freeport are pictured below:
