Garrett County Government, in partnership with the Ruth Enlow Libraries, continues to offer free Chromebooks to income-qualifying households in Garrett County. This program seeks to bridge the digital divide by providing families with essential tools for educational and professional success.
To date, the Garrett County Government Broadband team has distributed over 1,400 of the 1,900 available Chromebooks to eligible families. The Chromebooks are available while supplies last. Limit one Chromebook per household address in Maryland.
"We believe that access to technology is essential in today's digital world. Through this effort, we want to connect Garrett County residents with the means to enhance their educational, professional, and personal opportunities," said Cheryl DeBerry, Broadband & Energy Manager for Garrett County Government and program coordinator.
To be eligible for a free Chromebook, households must have at least one full-time resident whose income falls within the income guidelines of 200% of the Federal Poverty Level. The income qualification levels are based on household size, ranging from $30,120 for a single-person household up to $94,680 for a seven-person household. Documentation such as government-issued identification, proof of residence, and income verification is required at the distribution sites. Income can be verified by participation in various federal programs, such as Medicaid, SNAP, WIC, etc.
A simple application form is also required. Paper copies are available at the libraries or for download and print here: https://bit.ly/46DjMrM
Visit one of the Ruth Enlow Library branches during open hours to pick up the Chromebook:
Accident Library
- 106 S. North Street, Accident, MD 21520
- Open Hours: https://www.relib.net/accident
- Phone: 301-746-8792
Friendsville Library
- 315 Chestnut St, Friendsville, MD 21531
- Open Hours: https://www.relib.net/friendsville
- Phone: 301-746-5663
Grantsville Library
- 102 Parkview Drive, Grantsville, MD 21536
- Open Hours: https://www.relib.net/grantsville
- Phone: 301-895-5298
Kitzmiller Library
- 288 W. Main Street, Kitzmiller, MD 21538
- Open Hours: https://www.relib.net/kitzmiller
- Phone: 301-334-8091
Oakland Library
- 6 N 2nd St Ext, Oakland, MD 21550
- Open Hours: http://relib.net/oakland
- Phone: 301-334-3996
The Chromebook distribution program is made possible through a Connected Devices Grant from the Office of Statewide Broadband at the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development in partnership with the Ruth Enlow Libraries of Garrett County.
For more information on acceptable verification document or any questions about the program, please visit https://www.garrettcounty.org/broadband/devices or contact 301-914-1543.
