Low Income
Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP): Program Ended — What to Do Now
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) was a major U.S. broadband discount benefit, but it ended on June 1, 2024. This guide explains what ACP offered, key end dates, how to avoid enrollment scams, and the best current alternatives (like Lifeline).
Alabama LIHEAP Energy Assistance: How Low Income Households Can Get 200 to 1,000 Dollars for Power Bills
Keeping the lights on should not be a luxury, and choosing between groceries and air conditioning is not a “budgeting problem” — it is a crisis.
Arkansas Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Helps low-income Arkansas households pay heating and cooling bills through seasonal grants, crisis aid, and weatherization support.
Austin Energy Customer Assistance Program (CAP)
Provides monthly utility bill discounts, fee waivers, and energy efficiency upgrades for income-eligible Austin residents.
California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) Discount
Reduces electric and natural gas bills for eligible households served by investor-owned utilities in California.
California CalWORKs
California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) provides cash aid and services to eligible families with children.
California LifeLine Telephone Service Program
Statewide discount on home and mobile phone service for eligible low-income households in California.
Child Care and Development Fund Subsidy
Helps low- and moderate-income families pay for child care so parents can work, train, or attend school.
Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) | Internal Revenue Service
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a refundable federal tax credit for low- and moderate-income workers and families.
Free and Reduced-Price School Meals
Provides nutritious breakfasts and lunches at low or no cost for eligible K-12 students through the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs.