$6.8 Million Available for Digital Connectivity Technology Grant Program
The Oregon Broadband Office has launched the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Capital Projects Fund (CPF) Digital Connectivity Technology Program, making $6.8 million available to expand access to internet-enabled devices and public Wi-Fi infrastructure across Oregon.
Funded through the U.S. Department of the Treasury as part of the ARPA CPF, the program will provide competitive grants to eligible organizations working to close the digital divide in communities throughout the state. The program supports the purchase of both internet-enabled computing devices and public Wi-Fi equipment. By investing in devices and connectivity infrastructure, the program aims to strengthen educational access, workforce readiness and telehealth capabilities statewide.
Funding details:
- Total funding available: $6.8 million
- Award amounts: $25,000 to $250,000
- Award structure: Competitive grant process
Eligible organizations include:
- Libraries;
- Schools,
- Municipalities (as defined by Oregon statute);
- Workforce training organizations;
- Nonprofit organizations;
- Community health centers; and
- Other community anchor institutions.
The application period is now open! You can find additional information, including program rules, application materials, grant timeline details, and informational and technical assistance webinar dates on the Oregon Broadband Office’s website.