Learn about broadband funding mechanisms designed to address the needs of unserved and underserved communities, and how to leverage funding for specific broadband development projects through grants, low-interest loans and other financial incentives provided by state and federal governments.
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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 late summer or early fall of 2022. By following these steps, you will have a better idea of the broadband needs in your community, which will guide you in shaping a broadband initiative.
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.
If you have additional questions, email us or call 833-3-TEXBDO toll-free.