Why Is The Government Giving Away Free Smartphones and Cell Service in Maryland?
The Affordable Connectivity Program is a government benefit program that helps ensure that households in Maryland and throughout the US can afford the broadband they need for school, work, healthcare and more. If you qualify, your household will receive:
- Free Smartphone
- Free Unlimited Talk
- Free Unlimited Texting
- Free Hotspot Service
- Free High-speed Data
Who Is Eligible For The Affordable Connectivity Program?
You may qualify if a member of your household participates in one of the following assistance programs:
- Medicaid / Medi-Cal
- Women, Infants, and Children Program (WIC)
- SNAP / CalFresh / Food Stamps
- Federal Public Housing Assistance or Section 8
- Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
- Veteran and Survivors Pension Benefit
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Multiple Tribal Assistance Programs
- National School Lunch Program
- Federal Pell Grant
You may also qualify based on your household income if it meets or exceeds the Federal Poverty Guidelines level in Maryland.
Is There A Free Government Phone Stand Near Me In Maryland?
If you landed on this website because you were searching for free government phone stands in Maryland or free cell phone stands near me, you are probably in urgent need of a cellular phone. While we won't be able to point you in the direction of a free government phone tent in Maryland (they tend to come and go on short notice), if you can wait a few days for a new phone to be delivered to you, then we recommend going through the quick and easy enrollment process and getting your phone that way.
How Do I Claim My Free Smartphone?
To start the process, enter your email and zipcode in the form below and clicking "Start". On the next page you will be asked to provide some basic details to determine elibility.
