Free Laptop with Section 8 / Federal Public Housing Assistance
If your household receives Section 8 or another form of Federal Public Housing Assistance, you're automatically positioned for Lifeline eligibility and several nonprofit device programs — and you may live in a ConnectHomeUSA-designated community with extra local support.
Key Fact
Federal Public Housing Assistance is explicitly listed as a qualifying Lifeline benefit, and is accepted by PCs for People and other major refurbishers.
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How Section 8 / Federal Public Housing Assistance Connects to Free Laptop Programs
- Lifeline accepts Federal Public Housing Assistance as an automatic qualifying benefit
- PCs for People accepts Section 8/HUD Housing as proof of eligibility
- ConnectHomeUSA, a HUD initiative, provides device and internet assistance in specifically designated communities
What You'll Need
- A current housing assistance award letter or voucher documentation
- Government-issued photo ID
- Proof of current address
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ConnectHomeUSA?
ConnectHomeUSA is a HUD initiative that provides device and internet assistance specifically in HUD-designated communities. Availability depends entirely on whether your local housing authority participates — check with your local HUD office.