Free and Low Cost Internet Options If you are in need of internet for remote learning, please check this link for free and low cost internet options.
Here are NYC resources for various free WiFi options throughout the City, along with COVID-19-specific offers being extended by carriers to families:
Library/Alliance WiFi: https://www.nycgo.com/plan-your-trip/basic-information/internet-access-in-nyc/
LinkNYC WiFi: https://www.nycgo.com/articles/wifi-in-nyc
Carrier WiFi: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/mopd/ resources/list-of-providers-offering-free-wifi.page Altice (aka Optimum) offers a plan beginning at $14.99/month called Altice Advantage for those who: Are eligible for or participate in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP); are New York City residents and attend a New York City public school; are eligible for or receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and 65 years of age or older; or are a veteran and receive state or federal public assistance. Charter (aka Spectrum) offers a plan beginning at $14.99/month called Spectrum Internet Assist for those who meet the following criteria: One or more members of the household must be a recipient of one of the following assistance programs: o National School Lunch Program (NSLP) o Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) of the NSLP o Supplemental Security Income (for applicants age 65+ only) Verizon offers the Lifeline program, its Fios broadband Internet service, beginning at $19.99 per month for 200 Mpbs, plus taxes and equipment charges. This offer includes a year of free Disney+ and no router or rental fees for two months. Here Are The Ways You Can Qualify For Lifeline: o Based on Your Income · You can get the Lifeline discount if your income is 135% or less than the federal poverty guidelines. o Participation in a qualifying federal assistance program: · Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) · Medicaid · Supplemental Security Income (SSI) · Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA) · Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit · Tribal Programs (and live on federally-recognized Tribal lands) |