USDA – Energy – Other Resources – Community Connect Grants (RUS)

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: Closed
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