Connection is everything. And at Bravado, we know how important access to affordable internet service is in today’s fast-changing world. Which is why we are proud to offer the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP).
What It Is
The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC benefit program that bridges the digital divide by ensuring that qualifying households get the broadband internet service they need.
Why You Should Apply
The benefit provides a discount of up to $30 per month toward internet service for eligible households, and up to $75 per month for households on qualifying Tribal Lands.
The program is limited to one monthly service discount and one device discount per household. For more information, consult the frequently asked questions below. Or head to fcc.gov to see if you qualify and how to apply.
FAQs
Is my household eligible for the Affordable Connectivity Program?
Good question. You are eligible if your household income is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, or if a member of the household meets at least one of the criteria listed here.
How complicated is enrollment?
It’s actually a cinch!
1) Go to affordableconnectivity.gov to submit an application or print out a mail-in application.
2) Contact your preferred participating provider to select a plan and have the discount applied to your bill.
Per the FCC, eligible households must both apply for the program and contact a participating provider to select a service plan.
How am I protected by the ACP?
FCC rules protect Affordable Connectivity Program recipients by:
- Empowering consumers to choose the service plan that best meets their needs (including a plan they may already be on)
- Ensuring consumers have access to supported broadband services regardless of their credit status
- Prohibiting providers from excluding consumers with past due balances or prior debt from enrolling in the program
- Preventing consumers from being forced into more expensive or lower-quality plans in order to receive the ACP
- Ensuring that consumers are not liable for early termination fees
- Reducing the potential for bill shock or other financial harms
- Allowing ACP recipients to switch providers or broadband service offerings
Providing a dedicated FCC process for ACP complaints
Do I receive the funds directly each month?
Not exactly. According to the FCC website, the Affordable Connectivity Program provides a monthly discount on internet service of up to $30 per eligible household (or up to $75 per eligible household on Tribal Lands). The participating broadband service provider will receive the funds directly.
