Program Name: Community Connect Grants (RUS)  
Organization: United States Department of Agriculture – Rural Development  
Address: 2118 W. Part Court, Suite A, Champaign, IL 61821  
Phone: 217-403-6200  
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Website: https://go.usa.gov/xzWYZ  
Briefly Describe the Purpose of the Program  
Provides broadband service in rural, economically-challenged communities where internet service does not yet exist. Funds can also cover costs to provide broadband service to critical community facilities for 2 years.  
Year Program Established:
Eligibility Requirements or Restrictions

Open to: Government organizations, federally recognized Tribes, nonprofits, cooperatives, private corporations, for-profit entities

Rural areas with low-speed or no broadband services
Application Deadline: Rolling bases
Application Guidelines:
Funding Cap Per Application or Fiscal Year Program Funding:
How Must Funds Be Used:
Funds can also cover costs to provide broadband service to critical community facilities for 2 years