Digital Equity Competitive Grants

June 19, 2024

The Digital Equity Competitive Grants Program is a $1.25 billion initiative administered by the NTIA. It will fund digital equity projects over five years, supporting cities, states, and nonprofit organizations entities to ensure all communities have the skills and technology to thrive in the digital economy.

Digital Equity Competitive Grant Workshop

August 19, 2024

Webinar Recording and Summary

Preparing for the Digital Equity Competitive Grants

July 30, 2024

Webinar Recording and Summary
Winning Strategies for Digital Equity Competitive Grants
Learn about the different ways cities are providing internet access to their communities:
- - Market Driven Fiber Deployment in Mesa, AZ
  - Municipally-Led Fiber Deployment in Waterloo, IA

Local Infrastructure Hub Resources

Digital Equity Application Workbook

Key External Resources

Other Resources

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