Lifeline and Link-Up are programs sponsored by the Federal Communication Commission. The programs are designed to subsidize the communication cost, wireless or landline phone, for individuals in need (mostly people below a certain household income). People living in Tribal Lands are also eligible for the program.
I find the program very neat, especially for those who have lost everything from hurricane Katrina and Rita (Who are eligible)! Visit the site for more details about the program.
