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SC Lifeline and Link-Up Programs

What are Lifeline and Link-Up?

Lifeline and Link-Up are federal programs offering telephone discounts to low-income consumers in all U.S. states and territories. The LIFELINE assistance program provides a monthly credit of $13.50 on a monthly residential landline telephone bill. LINK-UP provides a 50 percent reduction of the installation and service charges (up to $30) to qualifying residential customers.

Who Qualifies?

These programs are to qualifying consumers in every state, territory and commonwealth. Eligibility varies by state. You may qualify for LIFELINE and LINK-UP if you receive one of the following:

  • Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF)
  • Food Stamps
  • Medicaid

How Do I Sign Up:

To apply for Lifeline and/or Link-Up, contact one of our local Hargray offices or the Office of Regulatory Staff, 1441 Main St., St. 300, Columbia, SC 29201, 803-737-5234 (Columbia, SC) or 1-866-788-6565 (Toll-Free) or www.regulatorystaff.sc.gov

Download the South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff APPLICATION/VERIFICATION FOR LIFELINE AND LINK-UP ASSISTANCE [PDF]