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E-rate (Schools and Libraries Universal Service Support Program) is sponsored by Federal Communications Commission (FCC) / Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC). The E-rate program helps schools and libraries obtain affordable broadband.
Funding can be requested for category one services (telecommunications, telecommunications services, and Internet access) and category two services (internal connections, basic maintenance of internal connections, and managed internal broadband services) that deliver Internet access within schools and libraries. Discounts range from 20 to 90 percent based on poverty levels and urban/rural location.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants include public or private schools (K-12), libraries, and groups of schools and libraries (e.g., consortia, districts, systems). Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
E-rate (Schools and Libraries Universal Service Support Program) is funded by Federal Communications Commission (FCC) / Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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