California Teleconnect Fund (CTF)

The CTF program provides a 25% off voice services and a 50% discount for broadband on select communications services to schools, libraries, hospitals and other non-profit organizations.

The program was established by Decision 96-10-066 on October 25, 1996. In this decision, the California Public Utilities Commission reaffirmed its commitment to universal service, and created the CTF program in accordance with state and federal directives. The program is funded through a surcharge on all customers that purchase intrastate telecommunications services.

Eligible types of nonprofits:

• CTF Application Form for Schools
• CTF Application Form for Libraries
• CTF Application Form for Government Hospitals and Clinics
• CTF Application Form for Community Colleges
• CTF Application Form for Community-Based Organizations (and Healthcare CBO and 2-1-1 Providers)
  • Select the service(s) provided to the community.
  • 2-1-1 Service Provider
  • Job Placement / Training
  • Computer Technology Program
  • Educational Instruction
  • Healthcare

More info here: www.cpuc.ca.gov/ctf/

Apply here: www.cpuc.ca.gov/uploaded…

Onced approved, if you have Comcast, you’ll want to send an email to [email protected]…. Please make sure to include your account number, CTF approval number, and a PDF copy of your CTF approval letter.