Are You Eligible?

Though we wish we could provide low-cost technology to everyone, we focus our efforts on internet solutions and computer access for individuals who need it most.

To qualify, clients must generally meet the 80% Area Median Income (AMI) guideline or participate in a qualifying assistance program. You can look up these income guidelines here: HUD Income Guidelines

Before completing your order, PCs for People requires photo identification and income documentation to ensure that customers meet our eligibility criteria.

To place an order, you'll need:

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Documentation of current enrollment in an income-based government assistance program OR documentation of current household income (80% of area median income)

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Photo identification

Please note, we do not require proof of citizenship. 

Accepted Proof of Eligibility

You may provide documentation showing participation in programs such as:

Qualifying Income-Based Assistance Programs

Your documentation must include your full name and be dated within the last 12 months and/or show current coverage or proof of benefits at the date of submission. 

Handwritten documents cannot be accepted.

  • SNAP / EBT
  • WIC
  • Medicaid / Medical Assistance / Medicare 
  • SSI or Social Security Disability (SSD)
  • Social Security benefits
  • TANF or other cash assistance
  • LIHEAP
  • Head Start
  • Free or Reduced-Price School Lunch
  • Section 8 or qualifying HUD assistance
  • Low-income housing assistance
  • Federal Pell Grant or qualifying financial aid
  • Unemployment benefits
  • Child Care Assistance
  • Qualifying utility assistance programs
  • Other government or income-based assistance programs

Documentation Requirements

You may provide documentation showing participation in programs such as:

Documents Should:

  • Include your full name
  • Include a date
  • Show current eligibility or receipt of qualifying assistance
  • Generally be from the past 12 months

 

Handwritten documentation is not accepted.

Some types of documentation may require additional review.

Once you have your documentation ready, there are two ways to send it in:

Special Circumstances

If you do not have traditional income documentation, you may still qualify through certain circumstances, including:

 

Additional documentation or an attestation may be required.

 

Not Accepted as Proof of Eligibility

The following generally do not establish eligibility on their own:

  • FAFSA applications
  • Birth certificates
  • Pending applications
  • Estimates or documents showing you may qualify
  • Handwritten eligibility statements
  • Housing estimates
  • Documents without the required name or date

 

Not sure what documentation to provide? Contact us and we’ll help you determine what may work for your situation.

Acceptable Forms of Photo Identification

ID must include a photo, expiration date and your first and last name.

Valid Driver's License or State ID Card

Passport

Formal ID Card (Veteran or Student)

Company or Work-Issued Identification

Any documentation of eligibility is subject to approval by PCs for People staff. Additional documents may be required to unquestioningly prove income or enrollment in a government assistance program. Handwritten documents cannot be accepted.

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Upload online when placing an order

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Reach out by email

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Questions?
Call us — we’re happy to help.

Have any questions?

Visit our support center to learn more about eligibility requirements and submission process.