About Lifeline
Lifeline is a federal program dedicated to making phone and internet service more affordable for low-income households. This benefit provides eligible consumers with a monthly discount of up to $9.25 for a *qualifying broadband service. Lifeline consumers must apply for Lifeline and then sign up with a participating phone or internet company, recertify annually, and keep their information up to date.
*Qualifying Federal Broadband speed is a minimum of 25/3 Mbps.
Two Steps to Get Lifeline
1. Qualify
Apply now to confirm you qualify for the Lifeline Program. You may be eligible to get Lifeline based on your income or participation in one of the following government assistance programs.
- Medicaid
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as Food Stamps
- Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA)
- Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Tribal Programs (and live on federally recognized Tribal lands)
See if you meet the income requirements by clicking here.
Steps to Apply for Lifeline
Online
Log in or Create a new account to complete the lifeline application online.
Print a Lifeline application in English or Spanish. Complete a Lifeline application and send with copies of your proof documentation to this address.
Lifeline Support Center
PO Box 1000
Horseheads, NY 14845
If you have a disability and need assistance with your Lifeline application, please contact the Lifeline Support Center at (800)234-9473.
2. Contact Boycom to Sign Up