Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) in North Carolina
If you live in North Carolina, your household may qualify for free monthly broadband services and a one-time discount on an internet-capable device from TruConnect. Learn about the Affordable Connectivity Program in North Carolina, its benefits, and how to qualify.
What is the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)?
The Affordable Connectivity Program, or ACP, is a federally-funded program that supports low-income households by providing a financial discount on broadband services and a one-time discount on an internet-capable device. The ACP benefit recognizes that broadband services and internet-capable devices are necessary for access to work, healthcare, education, and emergency services.
How to Get Free Phone Service in North Carolina
If you’re a resident of North Carolina, and you qualify for the ACP benefit, you may be eligible for a free device or discounted smartphone with TruConnect.
How does the ACP benefit work in North Carolina?
It’s simple to apply for the ACP in North Carolina. You or a member of your household can qualify based on income or government program participation. If your household is eligible, you can apply online with TruConnect. You may need to submit documentation to prove program participation or income. ACP provides a discount of up to $30 per month for broadband services.
Additionally, the program provides a one-time device discount of up to $100 for a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet purchased through TruConnect. The one-time discount requires a co-payment of more than $10 and less than $50.
ACP Qualifications in North Carolina
You may be eligible for the ACP benefit based on qualifying program participation or household income.
Qualifying Programs
If you or a member of your household participates in one of the following government assistance programs, you're eligible for the ACP benefit:
- Lifeline
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), fomerly known as Food Stamps
- Medicaid
- Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Federal Housing Assistance, including:
- Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program (Section 8 Vouchers)
- Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA)/Section 202/ Section 811
- Public Housing
- Affordable Housing Programs for American Indians, Alaska Natives or Native Hawaiians
- Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit
- Free and Reduced-Price School Lunch Program or School Breakfast Program, including at U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Community Eligibility Provision schools
- Received a Federal Pell Grant in the current award year
- 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)
Household Income
If your household income is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, you are eligible for the ACP. The income eligibility chart for ACP qualifications can be found below:
| Size | 48 States, D.C., and Territories | Alaska | Hawaii |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $29,160 | $36,420 | $33,540 |
| 2 | $39,440 | $49,280 | $45,360 |
| 3 |
$49,720 |
$62,140 | $57,180 |
| 4 |
$60,000 |
$75,000 | $69,000 |
| 5 | $70,280 | $87,860 | $80,820 |
| 6 | $80,560 | $100,720 | $92,640 |
| 7 | $90,840 | $113,580 | $104,460 |
| 8 | $101,120 | $126,440 | $116,280 |
| For each additional person, add: | $10,280 | $12,860 | $11,820 |
State Health Insurance in North Carolina
Medicaid is offered in North Carolina to qualified customers. You may be eligible for Medicaid in North Carolina if you’re:
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Over the age of 65
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Disabled or blind
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Under the age of 21
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Pregnant
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Earning a low income
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Needing long-term care
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Receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or State/County Special Assistance for the Aged or Disabled
The easiest way to determine eligibility is to apply. Visit NC Medicaid to learn how to apply for Medicaid in North Carolina. If you’re eligible for Medicaid, you may be eligible for a free internet-enabled device and free monthly service through the ACP benefit.
How to Connect with TruConnect in North Carolina
TruConnect has a FREE plan if you qualify for the ACP benefit. Our stand-alone free ACP service plan includes unlimited data with at least 8 GB of 4G LTE data with Wi-Fi hotspot capabilities, and a SIM card. You may also qualify for a discounted or free LTE-enabled hotspot device or Google Play Certified LTE Android™ smartphone.
We also offer MyTruConnect, the easiest, most convenient and secure way to manage your account. Check your usage, update account info, get updates on new features, connect to our Wi-Fi networks across the country, earn credits for more products, learn about giveaways, and more. You can download the MyTruConnect app now to start managing your account!
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Affordable Connectivity Program Application in North Carolina
Apply for the ACP benefit in North Carolina online now! TruConnect can help you with the application process.
Affordable Connectivity Program FAQs in North Carolina
Yes. The ACP is a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) benefits program that is managed by the Universal Service Administration Company. The ACP is a new, long-term program with approximately 14 billion in funding.
ACP replaced the Emergency Broadband Benefit program (EBB) in December 2021. Both programs support providing a discount on broadband service. The ACP includes a one-time connected device discount.
No, the ACP is a long-term benefit program but is not permanent.
The ACP began accepting enrollments on December 31, 2021. There was a 60-day transition period for participants in the EBB who continued to receive their current benefits through March 1, 2022, before fully moving over to the ACP.