Lifeline is a federal program that helps lower the monthly cost of your phone or Internet service.
What is Available?
Subscribers may be eligible to receive up to $9.25 off their phone or internet service if they qualify and live in an area where the program is offered. The discount is available for Tier 1 internet service with speeds up to 50 mbps. Only 1 monthly service discount is allowed per household.
Receive Your Benefit
Step 1: Check if You Qualify
See if your household fits into any eligible categories.
Step 2: Apply for Lifeline
Are you already enrolled in Lifeline? You don’t need to apply again – visit the Lifeline program website to learn more
Step 3: Find a Company Near You or Complete the Lifeline Consent Form
Use this search tool to find a company that offers Lifeline discounts. SCI REMC/SCI Fiber is a provider for Lifeline. Once you are enrolled in the program, please fill out the Lifeline Consent Form.
Lifeline Eligible Features & Pricing
Tier 1
Up to 50 Mbps
- Plus $8 Managed WiFi Fee
Tier 2
Up to 100 Mbps
- Plus $8 Managed WiFi Fee
Tier 3
Up to 500 Mbps
- Plus $8 Managed WiFi Fee
Tier 4
Up to 1,000 Mbps
- Plus $8 Managed WiFi Fee
Tier 1: $45.75 for up to 50 Mbps and phone $30 per month
*Data rates are up to the advertised speed. Prices do not include required Managed WiFi fee of $8.
Who Qualifies?
Your household qualifies if the household income is at or below 135% for the Federal Poverty Guidelines or any member of the household participates in a government-assistance program, such as:
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance
Program (SNAP)
Medicaid
Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA)
Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)