Montgomery County continues free laptop giveaways for low-income residents through the month of August.
In a press release in July, the county explained the requirements to receive one of the 34,000 computers that will be distributed:
- Receive SNAP, Medicaid, WIC for parents and infants, Social Security, VA pension, and survivor benefit
- Free or reduced price school lunch
- Pell Grant or FAFSA for College Students
- HOC Housing Choice Vouchers
- Household income is less than $29,160 for one person, $39,440 for two people, and $10,280 for each additional person
“Although low-income families make up only 21% of households in the county, they make up a significant 60% of households without computers. It is our responsibility to ensure that everyone in our community has an equal opportunity for success in today’s digital age” County Executive Marc Elrich said in July.
To acquire the device, you must make an appointment through this link. There you must show the following:
- photo identification
- proof of address
- Proof that you are enrolled in an eligible Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) benefit program
The county added that it will give priority to children over the age of seven who have not previously received a laptop under a local program. Likewise, the legal status of the applicants will not be taken into consideration.
Press here to see where the next distribution centers will be.
If you need assistance making an appointment, please call the Marylander Online Help Hotline at 301-405-9810 or 1-866-206-8467 Monday through Friday from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm or Saturday from 10:00 :00 am to 5:00 pm The service is available in English and Spanish.
