Digital Equity Competitive Grant Program

Aims to fund initiatives that ensure communities have the access and skills to fully participate in the digital world, regardless of their background or circumstances. Part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

Program Details

National Telecommunications and Information Administration is a funding organization that offers the Digital Equity Competitive Grant Program grant program to support infrastructure. This funding opportunity is available nationally and is administered by National Telecommunications and Information Administration through Wyoming State Library. Organizations seeking funding for infrastructure should review the details below and confirm their eligibility before preparing an application.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants include government agencies and municipalities, tribal governments and Native American organizations, nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions. Organizations that meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply and to review the full program guidelines before submission. Because eligibility rules and funding priorities can change between cycles, applicants should always confirm the current requirements with National Telecommunications and Information Administration or on Wyoming State Library before investing time in an application.

Funding and Timeline

Funding available: $5M – $12M. Applications are due by September 23, 2024. Applicants should allow sufficient time to gather required documentation, including organizational information, project descriptions, budgets, and supporting materials as specified in the program guidelines. Submitting a complete application well ahead of the deadline reduces the risk of disqualification on technical or administrative grounds.

Program Focus

This grant supports infrastructure. This grant is associated with NAICS industry classifications: 237, 517. Organizations operating in these sectors are encouraged to review eligibility. Funded projects are expected to demonstrate measurable outcomes aligned with the program's stated objectives. Grant recipients may be required to submit progress reports and final evaluations as a condition of the award, and to retain records for audit and compliance purposes.

How to Apply

Eligible organizations can apply through Wyoming State Library. Create a free organization profile on GrantRegister to see whether this grant matches your organization's NAICS code, entity type, location, and focus area, and to receive a weekly digest of every open grant you qualify for.

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Eligibility

• Programs related to infrastructure
• Programs related to telecommunications

Award details

Award range: $5M – $12M. Applications close on September 23, 2024.

Categories

Infrastructure