Welcome to TechEMPOWER.org! Here's a quick guide to finding the free resources and programs you need.
Step 1: See what you qualify for (2 minutes)
The fastest place to start is the 2-minute benefits check on the homepage. Answer a few quick questions and it shows the programs you likely qualify for, screened against dozens of verified benefits. It's anonymous — your answers never leave your device — and works in English and Spanish.
Step 2: Browse the Guides
Then dig into our Guides on the homepage. These are in-depth, step-by-step pages on topics like:
- 📱 Getting a free cell phone and service
- 🌐 Finding free or low-cost internet
- 🥕 Stretching your EBT benefits
- 🚗 Electric vehicle incentives
- And more!
Step 3: Search the Resources
Scroll down to the Resources section on the homepage. Here you can:
- Sort by category — like "Car," "Food," "Health," or "Tech"
- Sort by eligibility — like "Senior," "Low-income," or "Everyone"
- Search for any keyword to find exactly what you need
Step 4: Get support
Need help from a real person? We've got you covered:
Chat support: Join our Discord chat room for free peer support! 🎉
Phone support: Call 211 from any phone to connect with a real person who can help you find local resources. (Provided by 211connectingpoint.org)
Step 5: Share your ideas!
Know about a resource we're missing? We'd love to hear from you! Use the form on the homepage to submit your ideas.
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Cómo utilizar TechEMPOWER.org
Empieza con la verificación de beneficios de 2 minutos en la página principal (anónima; en inglés y español). Luego, lee las guías y desplázate hacia abajo hasta la sección de Recursos donde puedes ordenar la tabla por tema o elegibilidad, o buscar palabras clave. Para obtener soporte, únete al chat de Discord o llama al 211 para soporte telefónico.
Related guides
- Free Cell Service and Smartphone — our most popular guide
- Free Internet — find internet options in Nevada County
- My favorite places to spend EBT — stretch your food benefits