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Missouri: Free government cell phones & Internet from Lifeline and ACP

Yogi Berra, perhaps the most famous Missourian of them all, once said, “It ain’t over ‘til the fat lady sings.” If you’re in need of a cell phone and just can’t afford one, don’t give up because it ain’t over ‘til you get in touch with a Lifeline supplier.

The Show Me State has a highly diversified economy, but with an unemployment rate of nearly 9.0% there are lots of people who can’t afford the cell phones that most people consider necessities. People who need jobs but have no way of contacting potential employers and no way for those same employers to call them. People whose health issues require them to stay in touch with their doctors. People who need to say in touch with their children. And people who just need a phone for unexpected emergencies that pop up in everyone’s lives.

Luckily, Missouri as a bevy of Lifeline and Affordable Connectivity Program service providers. Any of them can supply you with a free cell phone from the government.

They can each give you a free smartphone, free unlimited talk and text, and free internet. Check out each of them to find the plan that’s right for you.

Lifeline and ACP free government cell phone service providers in Missouri

Here’s a list of all the Lifeline Assistance free government cell phones in Missouri. They all offer different plans with different numbers of minutes, different refill options, and serve different geographic areas. So click through them all and find the plan that’s best for you.

  • Access Wireless
  • American Assistance
  • Assist Wireless
  • Assurance Wireless
  • Easy Wireless
  • EnTouch Wireless
  • Life Wireless
  • Q Link Wireless
  • Safelink Wireless
  • StandUp Wireless
  • Tag Mobile
  • Tempo Communications
  • Truconnect

Lifeline Discount Companies in Missouri

If you qualify for Lifeline Assistance, but you find that none of the companies offer free government cell phones where you live, you have another option. The companies below, while not offering free cell phone plans, do offer substantial Lifeline discounts off their regular mobile phone plans in Missouri:

  • T-Mobile
  • Total Call Mobile
  • U.S. Cellular

How to qualify for Lifeline Assistance free government cell phones in Wyoming

You are eligible if you receive benefits from any of these programs in Missouri:

  • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Food Stamps or SNAP)
  • Medicaid
  • Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
  • Federal Public Housing Assistance (Section 8)
  • Veterans Pension and Survivor's Benefit.
  • Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance (BIA)
  • Tribally Administered Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (Tribal TANF)
  • Tribal Head Start (only those households meeting its income qualifying standard)
  • Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR)

Another way to qualify is through your low-income levels. If your Total Household Income is at or under 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, you may qualify that with this method. Here are the income limits, calculated for you:

Income Based Eligibility for Missouri
Members in Household Annual income
1 member $18,347
2 members $24,719
3 members $31,091
4 members $37,463
5 members $43,835
6 members $50,207
7 members $56,579
8 members $62,951
For each additional member add $6,372 annually

How to qualify for an ACP free government phone and unlimited service in Missouri

It’s even easier to qualify for ACP service than it is to qualify for Lifeline service. The USAC website spells it all out:

Consumers qualify for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) through participation in Lifeline or a Lifeline-qualifying program, having an income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, through participation in ACP-qualifying programs,  such as the free and reduced-price school lunch or breakfast program (including the Community Eligibility Provision), WIC, through award of a federal Pell Grant, or through participation in a participating service provider’s existing low-income program.

Low income residents of Missouri are in for a real treat. Free smartphones, free unlimited talk, free unlimited text, and now free unlimited internet (if you choose the right plan). Enroll just as soon as you can, Show Me Staters, because the benefits are out there waiting to be had.

Latest ACP & Lifeline News for Missouri:

WTF? Assist Wireless screws up, exposes tens of thousands of customer IDs - Someone screwed up big time at Assist Wireless and exposed not just thousands, but tens of thousands of its Lifeline customers’ personal customer documents on its website.
How do Budget Wireless customers find a new free government cell phone company? - If you're one of those 800,000 abandoned Budget Wireless customers, what should you do next? How do you find another Lifeline company to replace Budget?
25 more ways to qualify for a free government cell phone - Here's a quick, state-by-state summary of additional state assistance programs in which your participation means automatic qualification for the free government cell phone program.
Companies dropping out: Trouble in the free government cell phone program? - Two of the top 20 LifeLine Assistance free government cell phone companies have now dropped out of the business. And two others have merged into a single company.

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Comments

  1. Juanita Stout says

    December 30, 2022 at 7:28 pm

    They might but in my experience they really don’t do anything but talk circles and make you want to throw you’re phone.

    Reply
  2. Cathy McCoy says

    October 2, 2022 at 9:34 am

    How can I find out who owns a phone number if I’m being harassed by someone?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      October 2, 2022 at 11:06 am

      We don’t have a clue, Cathy. That’s way out of our area of expertise. Try Google.

      Reply
    • Henry says

      October 2, 2022 at 1:25 pm

      Try whitepages.com and enter the phone number to see what comes up for it. Note that phone number spoofing is possible, so the true identity of the caller may be harder to find.

      Reply
  3. Jeremy Lee Stafford says

    March 30, 2022 at 12:48 pm

    is there anywhere to get a free phone and plan for free in kcmo? i want to visit an actual location instead of doing online order

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      March 30, 2022 at 1:09 pm

      We urge you NOT to enroll at a street event. They have been the scenes of far too much fraud and abuse.

      Reply
  4. mitchell morris says

    November 16, 2021 at 6:26 pm

    i just got out of prison,have no money

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      November 16, 2021 at 9:53 pm

      Assuming that you live up Missouri, check out all the plans on this page. Pick the one you think will fit your needs best and enroll in that plan using the contact info we provide for each service provider. Good luck, Mitchell. We hope this service can help keep you on the right path.

      Reply
  5. Vondra Simone Mctye says

    October 18, 2021 at 1:10 pm

    Where are you located I’m in Columbia. Mo

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      October 18, 2021 at 1:15 pm

      We urge our readers NOT to enroll at street events. They’ve been the scenes of far too much fraud and abuse. Do yourself a favor an enroll by phone or online.

      Reply
      • Britnie E Griego says

        December 21, 2021 at 10:04 pm

        Really needed a new phone

        Reply
        • Free Government Cell Phones says

          December 22, 2021 at 6:37 am

          Did you enroll and get one?

          Reply
  6. Tammy Matney says

    June 18, 2021 at 9:04 am

    I am a customer .i need a phone .i have no income the phone i was using belongs to someone. Else that needed it back. Therefore I do not have one at moment . please please if possible send an at&t smart phone . . thank you for your time and kindness .
    I hope you Have a good day.
    Tammy Matney

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      June 18, 2021 at 3:50 pm

      Sorry, Tammy, but we are not your service provider. You need to speak to that company directly.

      Reply
  7. anna potts says

    June 8, 2021 at 11:54 am

    I qualified for qlink service, but the sim cell that was sent was wrong. I have tried to call and all I got is put on hold. Do I receive a new phone or do I have to buy a new one since I can’t get this one to work. Please atry to help me because I am an 80 year old ladyand disabled. I rely on my cell phone when I am away from the house. thank you
    Anna Potts

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      June 8, 2021 at 1:49 pm

      It has reached the point where we are at a loss to tell our readers what to do about their problems with Q Link. The problems seems so pervasive that solutions do not seem to be within reach.

      Reply
      • Noah martin says

        September 24, 2021 at 2:18 pm

        From noah martin I’m a qlink customer and member you need to dial 611 then when prompt an support team will help u with your problem when on the phone the lady will say higher then normal wait call volume a support team will answer shortly

        Reply
  8. JENNIFER A White Esposito says

    December 1, 2020 at 8:15 am

    How to apply for service free phone

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      December 1, 2020 at 11:54 am

      That’s what this website is all about, Jennifer. Check out all the plans shown on this page, find the one that fits your needs best, then enroll using the contact info we provide for each service provider.

      Reply
  9. Charles Lamont says

    October 6, 2020 at 7:24 am

    how much does this cost the state of Missouri?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      October 6, 2020 at 5:46 pm

      Have you noticed the name of our website, Charles? FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net.

      Reply
      • James Boyle says

        January 24, 2021 at 8:22 am

        His question was about how much money the state pays for citizens to have this service — not how much he has to pay for the service. Like any government benefit, there is a cost that is paid by all of us who pay taxes. How much does this one cost?

        Reply
        • Free Government Cell Phones says

          January 24, 2021 at 8:47 am

          A few cents are tacked on to each phone bill each month. You can find out what it costs you by looking at your phone bill and looking for a line item that says “Universal Service fee” or something similar.

          Reply
  10. Sandra says

    June 16, 2020 at 8:46 pm

    I can’t find a provider for my 63957 area .. I know that other people in my area have them but I don’t know where to go to get one where to sign up

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      June 16, 2020 at 11:14 pm

      We cannot track individual companies’ service in specific zip codes, Sandra. But you can go down the list of service providers on this page, call them each (we provide their contact info) to ask if they offer service in your area.

      Reply
  11. Will B. says

    March 25, 2020 at 7:49 pm

    I used to have Safelink but customer services were horrible and the most frustrating part was the online recertification. I did the recertification online but I kept getting notification emails that I needed to do recertification again and again. Finally, I switched to Qlink two years ago. I am very happy with Qlink. I am getting 3GB data + 1000 talk mins + unlimited text per month. Highly recommend Qlink.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      March 25, 2020 at 8:00 pm

      Good to hear that you took the right course of action.

      Reply
  12. Lateaca Jefferis says

    December 2, 2019 at 10:23 am

    Since May 2017, I been trying to get a replacement phone from QLink wireless. March of 2019 I qualified for disability and finances are very limited. So I tried working with QLink again, they requested info., I sent info. asked for and they will not work with me at all….wont erase me from there records which is keeping me from getting help. I live alone in the country and I need a phone for emergency reasons!

    i have filled out application for another lifeline and 3 weeks ago
    Lateaca Jefferis
    (Address deleted)

    I am the Library today…NOW…please help.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      December 3, 2019 at 7:40 am

      If you are having this much trouble dealing with one company, we’d suggest switching to a different Lifeline company. There’s more than one way to get a free government cell phone, Lateaca.

      Reply
  13. Kim keith says

    November 5, 2019 at 12:32 pm

    I had terracom. In the morning after 2 years I tried to make a call and someone change my carrier without permission or me. No one will help. I am disabled and elderly

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      November 5, 2019 at 2:11 pm

      Have you called 6-1-1 on your free government cell phone. That will automatically connect you to your service provider’s customer service team. They should be able to help clear things up.

      Reply
  14. Latrisha Blakey says

    November 4, 2019 at 8:26 am

    I am in MO and have really good service with QlinkWireless. You only get 1000 Talk minutes and 1 GB of data, but when you use Wi-Fi it saves that data, unlimited text. Also you get bonuses and perks for Referrals etc.
    Also Safelink, is a better one.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      November 4, 2019 at 3:24 pm

      Always nice to hear from someone who is happy with their Lifeline service.

      Reply
  15. MICHAEL VON RUECKER says

    September 22, 2019 at 10:55 am

    I make to much money to get a free phone, and I am not on Medicaid … I need to apply and be denied to get help elsewhere. How, where can I apply to get a denial letter?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      September 22, 2019 at 2:34 pm

      We’re not quite sure what it is you’re looking for, Michael, but you can find all the ways to qualify at this link:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/basics/qualify

      Reply
  16. kevin says

    August 11, 2019 at 1:59 pm

    wow….i checked out safelink, q link, tru connect, & tag mobile w/ the bbb & EVERY single one of them had terrible reviews w/ their customers!!! how do we pick a good co.?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      August 11, 2019 at 2:33 pm

      Unfortunately, that’s impossible to answer, Kevin, because service varies so much by so many different factors. What’s great for the guy across the street might not be so great for you.

      Reply
      • kevin says

        August 13, 2019 at 12:52 pm

        so there is no way of telling who is best or has the best customer record in the 63668 area?

        Reply
        • kevin says

          August 13, 2019 at 12:58 pm

          so there is no way of telling who is best or has the best customer record in the 63368 area?

          Reply
          • Free Government Cell Phones says

            August 15, 2019 at 10:49 am

            Impossible as far as we know.

        • Free Government Cell Phones says

          August 15, 2019 at 10:50 am

          Not possible as far as we know.

          Reply
    • Sky Jefferis says

      August 30, 2019 at 3:24 pm

      They use to have really good service. Now you can never speak to live person, was connected over 2 yrs. and dropped phone in water they would not replace it . and continued to keep service active.records are completely false, and now my info. showing I have a contract with and has me tied up to where I cannot move forward with a different company.

      The customer service is terrible everywhere you go anymore!

      Reply
  17. Melinda says

    May 17, 2019 at 9:06 pm

    Are there any free government cell phones available in Gatewood, Missouri

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      May 18, 2019 at 5:43 am

      Speak to customer service at any of the companies listed above.

      Reply
  18. Deb Zoglmann says

    April 24, 2019 at 12:09 pm

    Are there any free government cell phone providers in the Cedar and Henry county areas of Missouri?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      April 25, 2019 at 5:57 am

      We can’t track availability for you, Deb, but all you need to do is check out each of the companies listed on this page to find the answer to your question.

      Reply
  19. kevin says

    March 31, 2019 at 3:39 pm

    i thought i qualified for a lifeline plan do to the poverty guidelines until i contacted safelink & they told me to contact the lifeline national verifier. since i do not qualify for a government program do to owning a paid for house they told me to prove my income. i have been unemployed for some time now and have been living off a meager savings account. my previous few years of income has been zero and do not have to file income taxes. they said they could not except a letter of non filing from the i.r.s. and i probably will not qualify because of no tax return, unemployment, etc. are there any other ways of proving i fall below the poverty guidelines? i asked them if i could send copies of my bank account balance & they said that was unacceptable. please give me some advice.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      March 31, 2019 at 3:54 pm

      Unfortunately, Kevin, you fall into one big, crazy gap in the Lifeline free government cell phone program. That is, there’s no way to prove your income if you have no income. The USAC says it’s aware of this problem and is working to solve it, but so far there’s nothing to report. Sorry.

      Do you participate in any of the government aid programs that would make you automatically eligible? Here’s where you can find them all:

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/basics/qualify

      Reply
  20. chris says

    February 13, 2019 at 2:49 pm

    are there any physcial locations i can apply and pick up the phones at the same time in kansas city missouri

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      February 13, 2019 at 4:22 pm

      We strongly urge our readers NOT to enroll at street events because they have been the scenes of far too much fraud and abuse.

      Reply
  21. william b sackman says

    October 1, 2018 at 9:07 am

    if my vortex free phone got stolen how do i find out who my carrier is so i can report it

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      October 3, 2018 at 12:17 pm

      Go here.

      https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/faq/i-cant-remember-which-company-provides-my-service

      Reply
    • Rj says

      February 26, 2020 at 5:01 am

      Standup wireless

      Reply
      • Free Government Cell Phones says

        February 26, 2020 at 5:21 am

        This is like Jeopardy. I’ll take “Who’s your service provider?” For $1000, Alex.

        Reply
  22. Darrell E Gross says

    September 18, 2018 at 11:43 am

    I thought I have applied for the free cell service, but have not heard anything.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      September 18, 2018 at 12:45 pm

      Contact your service provider’s customer service team, Darrell.

      Reply
  23. Tony Gardner says

    September 14, 2018 at 8:46 am

    I understand there are booths set up at certain spots around KCMO where I can get a phone the same day, with proper documentation.

    Can you tell me where these are locarted, especially in the Midtown area?

    Thank you,

    Tony Gardner

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      September 14, 2018 at 2:58 pm

      We can’t, Tony. But even if we could, we wouldn’t. There have just been far too many cases of fraud and abuse at these street events and we strongly urge you to enroll online or by phone to protect yourself.

      Reply
  24. Fred Moret says

    July 11, 2018 at 8:17 am

    Is there actually a lifeline company that furnishes you with a free phone or is it just the service? I was approved by one company who said I qualified for for free service but in essence I would have to purchase a phone from them I couldn’t go get a cell phone from elsewhere. This doesn’t seem right to me

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      July 11, 2018 at 9:24 am

      Any company that gave you that information is violating the primary rule of the Lifeline free government cell phone program. ALL new customers are supposed to receive free smartphones AND service, Fred.

      Reply
  25. David says

    June 27, 2018 at 2:26 pm

    1. Is everything here still valid as of July 1, 2018?
    2. Do you have a Fact sheet on this?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      June 27, 2018 at 2:33 pm

      Things change on a daily basis, David. We’re constantly scurrying to update info.

      Reply
  26. dawn says

    May 11, 2018 at 6:14 am

    What documentation is needed to disconnect service after death?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      May 11, 2018 at 8:51 am

      Congratulations, Dawn. We often get the same questions asked thousands of times here on FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net, but this is the first time we’ve ever been asked this question. To tell you the truth, we don’t know the answer to your question, but we can make a pretty good educated guess because we went through this when our parents passed away.

      Therefore, we assume you will be required to show a death certificate and, perhaps, some documentation showing that you have the authority to take actions on behalf of the deceased (probably a will showing that you are the executor).

      As an alternative, you can simple turn the free government cell phone off and not use it for 30 days. That is supposed to automatically cause the cancellation of the account. Lifeline customers are required to re-certify that they are eligible for a free government cell phone on an annual basis. So when that one year mark rolls around and the deceased does not re-certify, that should also trigger cancellation of the account.

      In other words, you can take an action to cancel the account or simply do nothing and it will be cancelled (theoretically).

      Reply
  27. Karen Lesmeister says

    December 14, 2017 at 2:40 pm

    Does a person have to have access to a computer or have email. I am working with an elderly person who does not have a computer our an email account?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      December 14, 2017 at 9:11 pm

      No. We provide customer service phone numbers for each of the Lifeline free government cell phone service providers listed on this page, Karen.

      Reply
  28. Christina white says

    October 30, 2017 at 9:14 am

    What location has the free phone stands in Springfield mo

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      October 30, 2017 at 2:50 pm

      We urge you NOT to enroll at a street event, Christina. There have been too many cases of fraud and abuse. You are much safer enrolling by phone or online.

      Reply
  29. Briana says

    October 9, 2017 at 6:56 pm

    Is there anyway I can use an old phone of mine and connect it to a government phone assistance? I really need a phone and cannot afford a monthly phone bill and would really like to use the phone I currently have.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      October 9, 2017 at 11:58 pm

      You may be able to, Briana, depending on the make and model of your phone and which service provider you choose. Not all cell phones are compatible with all cell networks, so you should check with your chosen free government cell phone provider’s customer service team to find out if your specific make and model is compatible with its network. Here’s an article that will tell you more. Click here

      Reply
  30. Patricia says

    September 28, 2017 at 11:48 am

    Ive applied for the phone assistance about tuesday of last week. How long does it take for approval?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      September 28, 2017 at 4:20 pm

      Most of the Lifeline companies say it takes about two weeks to receive your phone, but our readers say it often takes three or four weeks or even longer. Check the website of the company you enrolled with to see if it has a “Check Your Status” function.

      Reply
  31. Larry sanders says

    June 24, 2017 at 12:01 pm

    We’re are you guys located at im in Kansas City mo trying get free phone with my food stamps

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      June 24, 2017 at 3:22 pm

      Sigh. This question again. Don’t enroll at a street tent or booth, Larry. There have been too many cases of fraud and abuse. Enroll online or by phone instead. You won’t get a phone today, but your personal info will remain safe.

      Reply
  32. Michelle Sisco says

    June 14, 2017 at 1:33 pm

    How do i get a free phone with a po bix i dint get mail delivered ti my house the usps dosent deliver mail on my road

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      June 14, 2017 at 3:29 pm

      You need to speak to customer service at your chosen free government cell phone company. You situation isn’t really that uncommon and they should be able to help you.

      Reply
  33. Shawn says

    May 17, 2017 at 9:03 pm

    Where do I go for Wayne County missouri

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      May 18, 2017 at 3:01 am

      See answers to similar questions below, Shawn.

      Reply
  34. Rick says

    February 21, 2017 at 6:20 pm

    Im homeless. I have food stsmps i qualify by where do i go here in the gladstone missouri area

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      February 21, 2017 at 7:17 pm

      The Lifeline free government cell phone has a real gap concerning homeless people. In short, no home address, no free government cell phone. You can get around that gap if you live in a homeless shelter. Here’s an article that will tell you more: Click here

      Good luck, Rick. We wish you the best.

      Reply
  35. ananda says

    February 6, 2017 at 9:12 am

    never had a phone I would like to try one out for my self

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      February 6, 2017 at 10:30 am

      If you qualify, all you need to do is contact your chosen service provider and enroll online or by phone. Good luck, Nanda.

      Reply
  36. Tali says

    November 20, 2016 at 8:31 pm

    Can you get a phone Begin on unemployment

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      November 21, 2016 at 5:09 am

      If you qualify, you can enroll with any of the companies listed on this page, Tali.

      Reply
  37. Tara says

    November 7, 2016 at 2:21 pm

    Sage Telecom is only available in Texas and California, and the link provided isn’t the accurate link. Just fyi.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      November 7, 2016 at 3:59 pm

      Thanks for the update, Tara. We have thousands of pages on this website and it’s almost impossible to keep them all up to date and completely accurate at all times. We appreciate our readers’ input, sharp eyes, and corrections.

      Reply
  38. Marooned in Springfield says

    September 15, 2016 at 8:57 am

    Residing in Springfield, MO with my own NONProvisioned Verizon CDMA device.
    Want it connected and have my EBT card documentation ready to email to the provider.
    Don’t want that rackjack LG giveaway since my Android is nicer and I need talk, not necessarily data.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      September 15, 2016 at 4:18 pm

      Not all cell phones are compatible with all cell networks, Marooned. So check with the service providers listed on this page to see which ones — if any — will allow you to use your Android.

      Reply
  39. Matthew Blossom says

    September 1, 2016 at 11:50 am

    Homeless in KCMO. Have food stamp card. Is that all I have to take to the provider?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      September 1, 2016 at 12:15 pm

      You fall into an unfortunate gap in the Lifeline Assistance program, Matthew. It’s possible for you to get a free government cell phone, but it’s a little more complex than if you had a permanent address. Here’s an article that tells you more about it: Click here

      Reply
  40. Steve says

    August 28, 2016 at 6:34 pm

    I would like to see [Labeled/Mentioned] or possibly an separate article done – which spells out which Lifeline Companies offer additional bonus to the Honorably Discharged US Military VETERAN.

    Not necessary just for Missouri, but, site wide of all Lifeline Companies. I think if you covered this subject it’s popularly may grow between Veteran users and industry standards. So Please FGCP.
    This type of Veteran bonus – will it survive mandated FCC Dec. 2016 changes?

    Life Wireless does but, It’s hidden deep in their TOS, and then it at the
    company discretion.

    Life Wireless “Connecting Our Heroes” Program
    Life Wireless will provide 100 free additional minutes each month to qualifying Life Wireless Lifeline subscribers who are active military service members or military veterans. Minutes do not roll over and are not transferable. The additional benefit is offered at Life Wireless’ sole discretion.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      August 28, 2016 at 7:08 pm

      Interesting idea, Steve. We’ll do a little research and see if there are enough companies to warrant a full article.

      Reply
  41. Sandra Cieslewicz says

    August 17, 2016 at 7:13 am

    I am unemployed and moving to Missouri to try and start my life over.I have to support myself. I cannot afford the phone I have now anymore. Until I find a job I need assistance with a phone or what ever other help i could get.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      August 17, 2016 at 7:19 am

      You sound like exactly the person this program was designed for, Sandra. You need to check out all the companies listed in the article above. They each have slightly different twists (how many minutes, texts, data plans, etc) so check them all to find the plan that works best for you. Then contact that company using the contact info we’ve provided on each provider’s page.

      Reply
    • natasha says

      November 6, 2016 at 12:50 am

      If you receive any kind of help from the government such as disability SSI Healthcare welfare help with childcare or your children get into any of the above things you are eligible for a government phone I go through qlink Wireless all you have to do is fill out the short application take pictures of your ID your food stamp card or your Medicaid card for you or your children and it will say attached file and you simply go to your pictures and hit the picture that has the picture of your ID food stamp card or Medicaid card do it all in one picture have them items sitting side-by-side take a picture of them then hit the download file you will get approved within 24 to 72 hours then after that you will receive your phone 7 to 10 business days you get 500 talk minutes unlimited text messaging unlimited 911 & 411 the internet long distance three way calling caller ID all free as long as you make one call a month I have a cell phone but I also have a Lifeline for when I don’t have money to pay my cell phone bill or if I have to leave the house my preteen daughter has a cell phone in the house or if she goes somewhere she takes the phone with her and your text messages do not take away from your talk minutes because it’s unlimited texting I hope this helps you out

      Reply
      • Free Government Cell Phones says

        November 6, 2016 at 5:57 am

        We’re always happy to hear from a happy free government cell phone user, but you really should familiarize yourself with punctuation, Natasha. Commas and periods are your friends.

        Reply
  42. Cheryl durr says

    July 17, 2016 at 10:36 am

    Would like to no if out state can get the free government cell phone my address is 299 Greenville mo. 63944

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      July 17, 2016 at 12:39 pm

      You are only eligible for a free government cell phone from a company doing business in the state in which you live, Cheryl.

      Reply
  43. Connie says

    April 15, 2016 at 5:17 pm

    But, which offers the best deal available ?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      April 15, 2016 at 8:45 pm

      It’s up to you to determine which plan/deal is best for you. Click through all the providers listed on this page and see what they have to offer. Choose the combination of talk, text and data that fits your needs.

      Reply
  44. Glenwood Turner says

    April 8, 2016 at 9:04 am

    I have a question for anyone who knows, Would I qualify for Lifeline as I receive Social Security disability, My GROSS monthly check is over the allowed amount, BUT after the take out for my insurance I am below the allowed amount. So which one would they go by as all the providers want me to fill out a application BEFORE they give me a answer! Please Help.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      April 8, 2016 at 9:10 am

      Please clarify. Do you receive SSI or SSDI benefits? You are eligible for a free government cell phone if you receive SSI, but not if you receive SSDI.

      In answer to your question about your income, your eligibility is determined by your GROSS monthly income, not your net.

      Reply
  45. Linda J . Schreck says

    April 5, 2016 at 11:16 am

    Where can I find locations where the free cell phones are given out. Thank you.

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      April 5, 2016 at 11:26 am

      No way of telling, Linda, without calling each company. Good luck.

      Reply
    • Dana Hotz says

      June 9, 2016 at 2:36 pm

      Where can get a free cell phone in Ozark Missouri?

      Reply
      • Free Government Cell Phones says

        June 9, 2016 at 6:30 pm

        You can apply online or by phone with any of the service providers listed on this page, Dana.

        Reply
  46. Kristi says

    February 1, 2016 at 3:09 pm

    I need to know what free cell phone programs work in Stockton mo. Thank you!

    Reply
  47. Gregory Goodwin says

    January 25, 2016 at 8:05 am

    Hello. My name is Greg and I am a homeless vet in the Columbia MO area. I am without a phone that i can use when i need for employment and housing callbacks. I know there has to be someone that has allocated funds to help someone like me. Any help would be appreciated. It is so tough on the streets. I am getting help at the moment but cannot for the life of me find anyone to help with a phone. I do get EBT benefits in the amount of 194.00/mo in case you needed to know that. I have limited transportation as well.

    Sincerely,
    Gregory T. Goodwin

    Reply
  48. Mona carter says

    January 20, 2016 at 2:00 pm

    I get $148.00 a week on unemployment that’s $600.00 a month for 1 person and I don’t qualify for any kind of free phone I’am way under the guidelines for one person and I still don’t qualify for what reason I thought this programs was in place to help people like me I quess not

    Reply
  49. Robin Arnold says

    October 25, 2015 at 10:25 am

    Interest in no cost or low cost Internet .

    Reply
  50. Deana Burgess says

    October 21, 2015 at 5:26 am

    looking for a free cell for to have contact with my family

    Reply
  51. george simmons jr says

    October 8, 2015 at 2:14 pm

    I am interested in a free phone.

    Reply
  52. Steve says

    September 29, 2015 at 9:31 am

    FGCP.net , Please update your listing for Lifeline discount from T-Mobile.
    T-Mobile doesn’t list Missouri anymore on their site, as an offering
    to a Lifeline discount.
    T-Mobile only offers to 8 states now – Florida, Kentucky, Minnesota,
    Mississippi, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington, and
    Puerto Rico – (which is not a state).
    See this link

    Reply
  53. james garnsey says

    August 23, 2015 at 10:44 am

    I am real tired of dealing with ” yourtel ” and their non-english speaking India people —so need to change phone company——have a brand new Sprint phone—so what program is best for me ?

    Reply
  54. Christina Halstead says

    June 10, 2015 at 3:00 am

    I bring home maybe 300$ check every two weeks
    And have so many commitments restitution is 100$ a month my medications aren’t cheap the visits to the psychiatrist cost 50-100 alome. I need help please.

    Reply
  55. Albert Kandel says

    April 5, 2015 at 12:50 pm

    Please send me a free cell phone

    Reply
    • FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net says

      April 6, 2015 at 7:51 am

      It doesn’t work that way. You need to contact one of the phone vendors listed above.

      Reply
  56. John Lundstrom says

    January 23, 2015 at 1:34 pm

    My cell phone (Verison LG) will not accept a charge. Who do I talk to get a new one. My phone Number is (816) 663-****. Need a repair or replacement. Thanks

    My landline is (816) 437-****

    Reply
    • FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net says

      January 24, 2015 at 8:42 am

      Go here

      Reply
  57. kyristen says

    January 21, 2015 at 1:05 pm

    i have food stamps and i would like to know how to apply!!!!!

    Reply
    • FreeGovernmentCellPhones.net says

      January 22, 2015 at 4:41 pm

      Click on any of the vendors on this page to learn how!!!!!

      Reply
  58. Elaine Carpenter says

    December 21, 2014 at 3:09 pm

    I am on food stamps and would like to apply for a free government phone. Can you please help me? Thanks!

    Reply
  59. nancy newsom says

    December 5, 2014 at 12:21 pm

    We truly need a cell phone to keep in touch. We had one, but it was taking up our foods & meds. We had to turn it off.

    Reply
  60. robert worthington says

    November 7, 2014 at 9:27 am

    how can i get this because im on ssdi

    Reply
  61. Karen says

    October 24, 2014 at 7:25 am

    Who wrote this? It is full if “sentences” that are not sentences! Can you at least get a grasp of the language before you give away our country?

    Reply
    • KEN says

      December 6, 2014 at 8:27 pm

      Karen is whats wrong with the world. Not people who want to get a job who cant afford a phone.

      Reply
  62. toni says

    September 5, 2014 at 2:49 pm

    Where are the phone suppliers locations? They use to be on Cass Ave at grand.But now they are gone. Where are they now?

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      September 5, 2014 at 3:02 pm

      There are multiple companies on this page, above. Some may have retail locations and most probably won’t. We don’t have a list of brick and mortar locations, so you will need to contact the companies.

      Reply
  63. jack says

    August 15, 2014 at 2:53 pm

    how do i get a phone? i have no job and no income but i am not on assistance

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      August 15, 2014 at 10:07 pm

      As the page states, you can qualify based upon your income level.

      Reply
  64. Tamara landeiro says

    July 31, 2014 at 6:06 am

    Mi familia y yo, incluyenfo mis dos hijas pequenas recibimos ayuda por el.social service porque somos cubanos q cruzamos frontera, no tenemos ni permiso de trabajo todavia y recibimos hasta food stamp, que debo hacer, estamos en san louis Missouri, no se a donde debo ir para solicitar esta ayudade celular

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      July 31, 2014 at 7:29 am

      Roughly ranslated: “My family and I, my two small daughters incluyenfo receive aid el.social service because we Cubans q cross border, we have no work permit and yet to receive food stamp, which I do, we are in St. Louis Missouri, not to where do I go to apply this cell ayudade”

      Well, you qualify for a Lifeline phone, as being a US citizen is not a requirement. Not that we approve of such a policy.

      You don’t go to a store, you contact the websites on this page.

      Reply
  65. Anthony Wayne Johnson SR says

    July 7, 2014 at 2:02 pm

    I am a100% disable Vietnam veteran. Please e-mail me how to proceed to get a free government cell phone and free service plan.
    Respectfully,
    Anthony Johnson

    Reply
    • Free Government Cell Phones says

      July 7, 2014 at 2:57 pm

      If you are in Missouri, you are on the right page. If not, go to the States page,

      Reply
      • Tresea Bowen says

        July 21, 2021 at 8:38 am

        I have a QLink phone now & it doesn’t work right half the time. I’m disable, I just want a phone to make & receive call, texts & a camera. I do not want all them apps.I want something easy to use. I want to keep my old phone # cause I don’t want to change it cause all my Dr. & family. Please help me. Thank you, Tresea Bowen. My email ******@gmail.com.

        Reply
        • Free Government Cell Phones says

          July 21, 2021 at 10:33 am

          If you’ve been with QLink for 60 days or longer, you are free to switch to any other service provider and plan. Here’s where you can find all the plans available in your state:

          https://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states

          Reply

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