Affordable Connectivity Program

Affordable Connectivity Program

The FCC has announced that the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) funding is expected to run out. The last day to enroll for ACP will be on February 7, 2024. The final ACP credit is expected to be on April 2024 bills. Customers currently participating in the ACP should watch their mail for communication from Golden West regarding the end of this program.

Golden West is keeping people connected by participating in the FCC's Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). Eligible households on qualifying tribal lands can save up to $75 per month on internet access. For those not on tribal lands, ACP provides up to $30 per month toward internet service. 

ACP makes it easier for eligible households to connect for work, school, and health care. With monthly internet packages starting at $59.95, ACP-approved customers can get FREE or heavily reduced home internet service!

Two steps to enroll

1. Go to getinternet.gov to submit an application or print out a mail-in application; 

and

2. Contact Golden West or another preferred participating provider to select an eligible plan and have the discount applied to your bill. 

Maximize the discount

Get an additional discount of up to $34.25 on internet service or up to $9.25 off phone service - through the federal Tribal Lifeline program. Apply and qualify for Lifeline first, and automatically get the ACP subsidy, as well. Visit lifelinesupport.org.

Get the discount faster

Apply for ACP and/or Lifeline online for the quickest path to determining eligibility. 

For more information, call 1-877-384-2575 or visit getinternet.gov


 

Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) & Lifeline Consent Transfer-In Form

Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) & Lifeline - National Lifeline Accountability Database (NLAD) Consent Form

Additional Information Available Online 

More information on ACP can be found the FCC’s website at getinternet.gov 

ACP consumers have a right to file a complaint related to a service provider’s ACP processes with the FCC by calling the FCC contact center at 1-888-225-5322, or online here.