Join the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development for a webinar on the recently announced application window for the Community Connect Program. Applicants will have an opportunity to learn about the program's requirements and application process.
The Community Connect Program helps state and local governments, federally-recognized Tribes, nonprofits, and for-profit corporations extend broadband service in rural, economically-challenged communities where access does not currently exist. The application window for fiscal year 2021 is currently open and will close on December 23, 2020.
You have two opportunities to participate:
Thursday, October 8, 2020
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Register today
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
8:00 – 9:30 a.m. Pacific Time
Register today
Rural Development staff will provide an overview of the Funding Opportunity Announcement, major eligibility and regulatory requirements, the application process, and provide guidance on how to submit a successful grant application. Participants will also have an opportunity to ask questions.
To learn more about the Community Connect Program, visit www.rd.usda.gov/community-connect. Questions related to USDA Telecommunications Programs in Oregon and Washington State may be directed to John Holman, Telecommunications General Field Representative, (503) 310-7692.
Those with project proposals outside of Oregon and Washington should contact USDA Rural Development in the corresponding state.