Affordable Connectivity Program ( ACP )

A Federal Communications Commission Program


Expanded Eligibility

  • Proof of income 200% or less of federal poverty guidelines
  • WIC Recipients
  • Households with students eligible to receive free/reduced school lunch during the current school year.
  • Households eligible for the Lifeline Benefit are eligible for ACP.
  • Households with a family member who has received a PELL grant in the current award year.
  • SNAP recipients (Food Stamps)
  • Medicaid recipients
  • Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
  • Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA)
  • Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit
  • Tribal Programs (LocalTel does not have services in any of these areas)

It's as easy as 1 - 2 - 3

  1. Complete the National Verifier Application
    Get your Application ID at https://acpbenefit.org/how-to-apply.
  2. Click the county that you live in to be taken to our sign-up form.
    Adams County |  Chelan County |  Douglas County |  Grant County |  Lincoln County
  3. A LocalTel customer service representative will contact you.
Important: Take note of the Application ID and the exact information entered in the National Verifier. Any variance may cause delays when LocalTel attempts to access your benefit.

Eligible households also qualify for a $10.95 tablet!

($179.99 value)

Tablet M10 FHD Plus (2nd Generation) 10.3" FHD display and dual speakers with Dolby Atmos® gives you a truly immersive experience.

*One per household, limited to stock on hand. Make, model, size and value subject to change depending on availability. Internet service must be activated before delivery. Warranty, product and technical support through manufacturer only. Taxes not included.


Notice: If you have experienced an unauthorized benefit transfer, difficulty with ACP enrollment, or other ACP issues you may use the following FCC phone numbers or complaint link.

Important:
Before you apply, it is important to understand that the ACP is a long term program that may end. Participating households will need to opt-in to continue receiving broadband services from their provider after the program ends. If a household chooses to continue receiving service after the end of the ACP Program, they will be billed the broadband provider's general monthly rate.