*Bridging the Gap

*Due to Congressional funding issues, PCs For People can no longer accept new applications for the Affordable Connectivity Program (“Bridging the Gap”). Existing customers may renew their prepaid internet service for a limited time.

We encourage patrons to contact their Representatives and Senators to ask for support of the Affordable Connectivity Program!

U.S. Senator Richard J. Durbin

U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth

U.S. Representative Jonathan L. Jackson

Do you LOVE our mobile hot spots? Would you like to have one of your own? Check out the info below!

Do I qualify to use this program?

Individuals (must be at least 18 to apply) and families which fall into the 200% Poverty Level qualify for this program. This number is surprisingly high…Also be sure to count “your household”, which means the people in a household which financially support each other.  Do not count a roommate as your household member.  A simple way to decide who is in your household is to ask yourself “Is the person listed on my tax return?”

Step 1.

Here is a chart of the amounts you must fall below in order to apply:

Poverty guideline for PCS for People

If you meet this qualification got to step 2.

Step 2.

What do I need to begin my application?

  1. You need an email account. If you do not have an email account, staff can assist you with setting up a free account.
  2. Proof of Identity. You will be asked to upload a copy of either a Driver’s License, a state ID, a passport or a picture work ID.  Expired cards are acceptable.
  3. You will need at least one of the following documents to prove your income falls within the categories:
  • A SNAP statement (EBT card alone is not accepted)
  • Insurance card/approval letter for Medical Assistance (dated)
  • A statement of benefits from: Social Security, General Assistance, Veteran Administration, Retirement/Pension, or Unemployment Compensation
  • Proof of WIC or Head Start
  • Proof of Extended Foster Care
  • Section 8 document
  • Federal Public Housing document or Public Housing ID
  • Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program statement
  • Free or reduced lunch (National School Lunch Program)
  • State, federal, or tribal tax return (W2 forms not accepted)

If you have one of these move on to step 3.

Step 3.

You will need to create an account and place your order. It will ask for payment at the time of ordering. If you have a credit card, it will place a hold on the funds until they approve your eligibility. If you DO NOT have a credit card you may pay for your order at the library with cash or a cashier’s check.  We will place the order on your behalf and issue a receipt for payment. If for any reason you are denied the purchase then we will refund your cash to you. We will not accept partial payments, and we do not do payment plans.  The application is usually approved the same day, or early the next business day if you are applying later in the day. Once approved, the charges to your card will be placed.  The order will be shipped to you and service begins when you activate the device.

See Staff if you have any more questions! Click HERE to start your application.

Thank you and happy surfing.