Free Wi-Fi Tablets Now Available for Low-Income Rural Residents
A new program is helping connect low-income rural residents to the internet. The Community Action Partnership of Northeast Missouri (CAPNEMO) launched an Affordable Connectivity Program that provides free Wi-Fi tablets to qualifying households.

The goal is to increase access to vital online resources. According to CAPNEMO's Lauren Platz, many rural areas lack reliable internet. This makes it hard for residents to access healthcare, jobs, education and more.
Find all available programs for free tablets here: Getting Free Tablets From Government Programs 2023 & 2024
Tablets Come With 5 Years of Free Wi-Fi
Qualifying households receive an Android tablet with five years of free Wi-Fi. This allows people to access the internet even if they can't afford high-speed broadband at home.
The tablets provide camera and social media access too. Platz said this gives opportunities to families who normally couldn't afford them. The tablets open up online learning, research, communication and other resources.
Broad Eligibility Requirements
The requirements to receive a free government tablet or a free wireless Unity tablet are broad. Anyone participating in certain federal assistance programs qualifies. This includes SNAP, Medicaid, WIC and others. Households currently receiving Lifeline subsidies are also eligible.
In addition, qualification is based on income limits. Children or dependents enrolled in free school lunch programs can also make the household eligible.
Tablets Aim to Boost Access to Services
Platz highlighted how the tablets can improve access to healthcare, jobs, schooling and mental health services.
Students can use them if they miss school or need to do research.
Unemployed residents can search and apply for jobs. And rural residents can access telehealth appointments.
The tablets also help community organizations in outlying areas. So the program assists families and non-profits beyond CAPNEMO's five-county service area.
One Tablet Per Household
While there's no age limit, only adults can apply. And there's a limit of one tablet per household. Interested households can apply for the Affordable Connectivity Program online.These free tablets represent a valuable way to keep Missouri's rural residents connected.
Available Programs | Contact | Eligibility | Status |
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Pcs For People | 2492 Doswell Ave., St. Paul, MN 55108 651-354-2552 | low-income individuals and families | Apply Now |
Freechild | PO Box 1455 Estacada, OR 97023 USA +1 (360) 489-9680 | Children ages 6-18 from low-income families. | Apply Now |
ConnectED in Ohio, USA | Apply Now | ||
Freegeek | 1731 SE 10th Avenue Portland, OR 97214 | low-income individuals and families | Apply Now |
Airtalk Wireless | +1 (855) 924-7825 | You may qualify for FREE phone service if you receive assistance from Medicaid/Medi-Cal, SNAP/CalFresh or other government programs, or if you are considered low income. | Apply Now |
Maxsip Connects | 1(866) 629-7471 P.O Box 351 Valley Stream, NY 11582 | - If the household income is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines - Any member of your household can make your household eligible | Apply Now |
Cintex Wireless | +1 (855) 655-3097 | Check here: https://apply.cintexwireless.com/apply | Apply Now |
Qlink Wireless | Call: 1-855-754-6543 Fax: 1-855-837-5465 support@qlinkwireless.com | You are unemployed or participate in government benefit programs | Apply Now |
Assurance Wireless | Assurance Wireless P.O. Box 5040 Charleston, IL 61920-9907 | Check here: https://www.assurancewireless.com/lifeline-services/how-qualify | Apply Now |
Free Tablets and Phones at MCRC | 16255 NE 87th St, Ste 140, Redmond. 253-220-6999 253-449-7634 | EBT SSI Veterans Pension State Paid Medical or PELL grants | Apply Now |
Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) | ACP Support Center PO Box 9100 Wilkes-Barre, PA 18773 | - Tax returns, paystubs, benefit letters showing household income under 200% of the Poverty Guidelines. - Current letters showing participation in SNAP, Medicaid, Housing Assistance, etc. - Current government ID with DOB/last 4 SSN digits Current utility bills, paystubs, etc. - Current ID or utility bills showing name and address - Complete the ACP Household Worksheet | Apply Now |
Lifeline Program for Low-Income Consumers | Lifelinetips@fcc.gov, 1-855-455-8477 | Income at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines | Apply Now |
EveryoneOn | enroll1@everyoneon.org, 877-789-9889 | Income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines based on household size | Apply Now |
Human-I-T | 888-391-7249 | Accepts EBT, free school lunches, SSI, SSDI and other government assistance as proof of low-income status | Apply Now |
Community Action Partnership of Northeast Missouri (CAPNEMO) | helpingpeople@capnemo.org, (660) 665-9855 | The requirements to receive a free tablet are broad. Households currently receiving Lifeline subsidies are also eligible. | Apply Now |
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