State Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program (2024)
ID: 353292Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Telecommunications and Information Admini (DOC-NTIA)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/353292
Timeline
    Description

    The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) is offering the State Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program (2024), aimed at promoting digital equity across the United States through approximately $1.44 billion in funding. This program is designed for states, U.S. territories, and Native entities to implement actionable Digital Equity Plans that address barriers faced by underrepresented populations, including individuals with disabilities, veterans, and low-income households. The grants will support projects that ensure affordable broadband access, digital literacy, and technical support, reflecting a commitment to enhancing socio-economic, educational, and health outcomes for all Americans. Interested applicants must submit their comprehensive applications by May 28, 2024, for states and Puerto Rico, and by July 31, 2024, for U.S. territories, with additional deadlines for Native entities set for September 25, 2024, and February 7, 2025. For further inquiries, applicants can contact Angela Thi Bennett at digitalequity@ntia.gov or (202) 482-2048.

    Point(s) of Contact
    digitalequity@ntia.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    NTIA-SDECGP-2024.pdf
    The State Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program, initiated by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), aims to promote digital equality across the U.S. through a funding opportunity of approximately $840 million allocated over fiscal years 2022 to 2024. The program targets states, U.S. territories, and Native entities to enact actionable Digital Equity Plans that address barriers faced by underrepresented populations, including individuals with disabilities, veterans, and low-income households. Eligible states and territories must submit comprehensive applications detailing their Digital Equity Plans by designated deadlines specific to each group. The grants support projects ensuring affordable broadband access, digital literacy, and technical support, with funds allocated based on a statutory formula accounting for population and broadband access disparities. The Capacity Grant Program seeks to empower communities by rectifying systemic digital divides, thereby enhancing socio-economic, educational, and health outcomes. This initiative reflects a commitment to ensuring all Americans can fully participate in the digital economy, fostering equitable access to essential services and resources. Overall, it is a crucial step toward achieving digital inclusivity as part of broader federal infrastructure efforts.
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