$5.0M
per applicant
Grant
Cash award, application-based
Jun 29, 2026
Apply before this date
Cycle-based
47 days to deadline
Extensive
Detailed federal app
The Community Connect Grant Program provides financial assistance to deploy broadband service at speeds of 100 Mbps down and 20 Mbps up in rural, economically-challenged communities lacking adequate broadband infrastructure. The program supports community-oriented connectivity to stimulate economic development and enhance educational and healthcare opportunities.
Am I eligible?
Answer the questions below to get an instant self-assessment of your fit for this program. This is informational — final determinations are made by the administering agency.
1.Must be an eligible applicant as defined in the opportunity listing
2.Application must be submitted through Grants.gov by posted deadline
3.SAM.gov registration required prior to application
4.Service area must be rural and economically-challenged
5.Target areas must lack broadband service (below 10 Mbps down/1 Mbps up)
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