Government Program · Federal Communications Commission (FCC), distributed via state/local agencies
Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF)
You won't apply to the ECF directly as an individual — instead, this is the funding mechanism behind programs you'll recognize, like Boston Public Library's Chromebook lending or LA County's device distribution.
Active — Accessed via Local Institutions
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What It Provides
- Funding for device purchases (laptops, Chromebooks, tablets)
- Funding for Wi-Fi hotspots and connectivity
- Distributed through libraries, schools, and local government agencies
Eligibility Requirements
Individuals access ECF-funded resources through their local library, school, or municipal program — not through a direct federal application.
How to Apply
- Contact your local public library or school district
- Ask specifically about Chromebook, laptop, or hotspot lending programs
- Follow that institution's own borrowing or distribution process
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I actually use ECF funding?
You don't apply to the fund directly — it flows to institutions like public libraries and school districts, who then run their own lending programs. Check our Library Laptop Lending Programs page for specific examples in major cities.