The number that is most important to Ohio’s economy and future is probably 18, the number of electoral votes the state has. For the third election in a row, the state of Ohio will play an important role in determining the occupant of the White House for the next 4 years. Therefore, we should expect there will be a lot of focus on the past economy and pledges for improvements in the future. The state itself has been lowering its unemployment rate steadily over the past year, and while it still has a way to go before it reaches its pre-recession levels, the state is making good progress.

Good news for Ohio residents! The Reachout Wireless program is in your state and is already bringing free cell phones, free minutes and good service to people just like you. If you qualify, you will be eligible to receive a free cell phone and monthly minutes without ever having to pay a fee or make a deposit.

How to Qualify for Reachout Wireless in the State of Ohio

You can qualify for Reachout Wireless service in Ohio under government program-based eligibility criteria as long as no one else in your household currently has a Lifeline phone; and you use your home mailing address on the application.

Government Program-Based Eligibility Guidelines

If you are a participant in one or more of the following government assistance programs, you probably qualify for Reachout Wireless phone service in Ohio:

  • Food Stamps/ Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
  • National School Lunch Program
  • Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
  • Public Housing Assistance/Section 8
  • Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP, LIHEAP, EHEAP)
  • Temporary Assistance for Needy Families/Ohio Works First (TANF)
  • General Assistance
  • Medical Assistance under Chapter 5111 of the Ohio Revised code (Medicaid)
  • SSDI – Blind and Disabled
  • Supplemental Security Income (SSI) under Title XVI of the Social Security Act

If you qualify under program based-eligibility, you may print out the Reachout Wireless application for Ohio by clicking on the link below. If you believe you qualify under income guidelines (maximum household income of 135-150% of the US Federal Poverty guidelines), please visit the Reachout Wireless website and apply online to see if an income provision is available in your state.

 

Click here to download a Reachout Wireless application for Ohio

Other free government cell phone providers in the state of Ohio (click the links below to see details about other providers in your state):

 Assurance Wireless        Safelink Wireless