Here you'll find resources for putting together a successful application.
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Identify how much it will cost to meet community goals.
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Determine potential funding models for your community.
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Research federal funding programs.
Be sure to learn what federal funding opportunities allow for and what they don’t.
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Research grant opportunities in Texas.
The BDO is working to develop a competitive grant program, and having the necessary information ready will better prepare communities to develop their applications when funding becomes available!
We anticipate our grant program will go live in early 2023.
Determine eligible uses of funding in connection with last-mile broadband deployment projects. Funds are not eligible for operating costs.
Subgrantees need to provide a universally available, low-cost service plan at 100/20 Mbps or faster. Subgrantees also need to participate in the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP).
Prepare these resources before submitting an application for funding:
Note: All IIJA BEAD and ARPA CPF funding should be considered taxable income.
Although the requirements for BDO grants have not been finalized, they will resemble those of the federal programs.
BDO's first funding program will be part of the Coronavirus Capital Projects Fund (CPF).
Notice of Funding Opportunity (PDF)
Details on the Digital Equity Programs are available at the BroadBandUSA site.
Broadband Funding Sources (PDF)
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