Lifeline, listed by SD 211
Up to $5.25 off phone service or $9.25 toward internet. One per household.
Official page: dakotaathome.sd.gov/search/9a4342aa-954d-568e-b367-b1e9487e9457
Free and Low Cost Phone and Internet Help in South Dakota
How to get a phone or internet discount in South Dakota with Lifeline, and where to use free phones and computers in Sioux Falls and Rapid City.
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What is Lifeline?
Lifeline is a federal benefit that lowers the cost of phone or internet service. You can get up to $5.25 off phone service or up to $9.25 toward a broadband bill. Only one discount per household. People on tribal lands may get up to $34.25.
Official page: dakotaathome.sd.gov/search/9a4342aa-954d-568e-b367-b1e9487e9457
Who qualifies for Lifeline in South Dakota?
Your household may qualify if someone gets Medicaid, SNAP, SSI or Federal Public Housing Assistance (Section 8), or if household income is at or below 135 percent of the federal poverty guidelines. Tribal programs have more ways to qualify.
Official page: dakotaathome.sd.gov/search/9a4342aa-954d-568e-b367-b1e9487e9457
How do I apply?
Contact your local phone company for an application, or call 800 234 9473 for help. The Lifeline site sends you to getinternet.gov to apply. After approval, contact a participating phone or internet company to get your benefit.
Official page: lifelinesupport.org
Where can I use a computer or phone for free?
In Rapid City, the Pejuta Day Center has a resource center with computer and phone access for job and housing applications, Monday to Friday, 9 am to 4 pm MT. In Sioux Falls, the Bishop Dudley Hospitality House daytime program has phones and computers for job and housing searches. Call 605 809 8424.
Official page: dakotaathome.sd.gov/search/896d3400-42e5-526e-9771-1c6aaa282c54
Can I get help by text?
Yes. Text your ZIP code to 898211 and SD 211 can respond with help near you. Email is help@helplinecenter.org.
Official page: helplinecenter.org/services/211-helpline
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Bunkly tip: not every phone company in South Dakota offers Lifeline. Ask before you sign up, and keep the letter that shows you qualify.
Who to call in South Dakota
Here are official places to start. Other places may also help. Each place decides who it can serve, and hours change, so call ahead when you can.
Lifeline Support Center
Call for help with a Lifeline application.
Official page: lifelinesupport.org
Pejuta Waste O'Tipi Day Center
Computer and phone access for job and housing applications at 522 Anamosa Street. Weekdays, 9 am to 4 pm MT.
Official page: dakotaathome.sd.gov/search/896d3400-42e5-526e-9771-1c6aaa282c54
Bishop Dudley Hospitality House, Daytime Program
Phones and computers for housing and job searches. Free, open to anyone.
Official page: dakotaathome.sd.gov/search/2e1a044b-5665-58c1-b861-184a0c28f877
Rapid City Public Library
610 Quincy Street. Monday to Thursday, 9 am to 7 pm. Friday to Sunday, 10 am to 6 pm.
Official page: rapidcitylibrary.org
Siouxland Libraries
Lists a Computers and More page under Technology. Check the site for branch hours.
Official page: siouxlandlib.org
SD 211, Helpline Center
Text your ZIP code to 898211, or dial 211.
Official page: helplinecenter.org/services/211-helpline
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