MobileX, a customizable mobile carrier, announced it will cover the cost of its wireless service for customers who have lost access to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. The offer includes unlimited talk and text plus up to 2GB of data per month, provided at no charge for as long as SNAP benefits remain suspended, according to a press release.
“As one of the few independent wireless carriers left, we believe in doing right by people, not just profits. If someone loses their SNAP benefits, we’ll cover a wireless plan for as long as their SNAP benefits are suspended,” said Peter Adderton, founder and CEO of MobileX. “Connectivity isn’t a luxury, it’s how families reach employers, schools and loved ones. We’re stepping up to make sure no one loses that lifeline because of government gridlock.”
MobileX’s customizable service allows customers to download the MobileX app, customize a plan via the Build Your Own tab, and pay only for the data they need on one of the fastest 5G networks in America. Activation requires no store visit or representative interaction, with everyday options starting as low as $3.48 a month. New customers can activate through the MobileX iOS or Android apps, mymobilex.com, Walmart.com, or at more than 3,700 Walmart stores. Customers can keep their current number by porting it into MobileX.
To receive the free service, new and existing customers must create a support ticket via the MobileX app or call customer care at 833-422-1053 to verify SNAP participation. The offer does not include the $14.88 or $24.88 Unlimited plans for new customers; existing customers on MobileX plans will have their current plan covered while SNAP benefits are disrupted. The offer is subject to terms and conditions, including a fair use policy, detailed on mymobilex.com.
This initiative highlights the critical role of wireless connectivity for families relying on government assistance, especially during periods of benefit disruption. As millions face the suspension of SNAP benefits, MobileX’s move underscores the importance of private sector support in bridging gaps left by government gridlock.
