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Find similar grantsState Broadband Expansion Grant Program is sponsored by Public Service Commission of Wisconsin. This program aims to expand high-speed internet to unserved areas of Wisconsin by funding reliable, long-lasting broadband infrastructure. It is open to communities, co-ops, nonprofits, or private providers.
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State Broadband Expansion Grants Skip Navigation Links PSC > State Broadband Expansion Grants State Broadband Expansion Grants The purpose of the Broadband Expansion Grant (BBEG) Program is to encourage the deployment of advanced telecommunications capability in unserved areas of the state.
This state program was established in 2014 and follows statutory requirements set forth in Successful applicants will demonstrate a clear and achievable plan to improve broadband communications services in one or more unserved areas in the state.
Who is Eligible to Apply Application Materials and Resources Resources for Grant Recipients Who is Eligible to Apply Eligible applicants include an organization, a telecommunications utility, or a political subdivision of the State (city, village, town, or county) that has established a legal partnership or joint venture arrangement with an otherwise qualified organization or telecommunications utility; and as such meets the eligibility requirements set forth in Wis.
Stat. § 196. 504(1) .
Additional Grant Details Currently accepting applications Closes: July 27, 2026 at 1:30 p. m. CST No, but matching funds of 25% or greater is a priority factor.
Questions related to application process PSCStateBroadbandOffice@wisconsin. gov Grant applicants and recipients are required to use the PSC Grants System to apply for a grant, and for FY23 and later grants, submit reimbursement requests. The Grants System User’s Guide provides general user information.
For more detailed instructions on using the grant system for a grant, see the grant specific webpage. PSC Grants System Login Grants System User's Guide G etting St arted in the PSC Grants System Application Materials and Resources Grant Round Announcement 2026 State Broadband Expansion Grant Program Application Instructions (Scoring/Merit Criteria and Budget Categories Included) (Updated 6. 2.
2026) 2026 State Broadband Expansion Grant Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Map of Presumptively Eligible Locations List of Eligible BSLs with Details – Dec 31, 2025 data (PSC REF #593132) (Updated 6. 2. 2026) Summary of Locations Eligible for the 2026 State Broadband Expansion Grant Program State Broadband Expansion Grant 2026 Webinar – Scheduled for June 8, 2026 at 11:00 a.
m. – 12:00 p. m.
CST. This webinar will cover the FY2026 State Broadband Expansion Grant application information and processes.
Webinar Registration l Webinar Recording l Webinar Slides DRAFT 2026 Grant Agreement – Bond Funded DRAFT 2026 Grant Agreement – Cash Funded Resources for Current State Broadband Grant Recipients Projects & Reimbursements in the Grants System Grant System Webinar Recording Grant System Webinar Slides Affirmative Action Documentation for Broadband Grants Affirmative Action Webinar Slides Affirmative Action Webinar Recording Affirmative Action Directions for Grantees and Grantee Subcontractors (State) FY23 Grant Reimbursement Webinar FY23 Webinar Recording FY22 Grant Reimbursement Webinar FY2026 Reporting Instructions Reference Sheet – [Coming Soon] Interim Project Status Report Form Final Project Status Report Form Post Project Status Report Form Final Program Review Reference Request Form Project Award UID (Unique Identifier) Lookup Table Post-Award FAQs – [Coming Soon] Confidentiality Requirements – Overview and Instructions Reference Sheet – [Coming Soon] Affiliate or Subsidiary Disclosure and Certification Form FY23 Budget Categories Reference Sheet FY22 Budget Categories Reference Sheet FY2026 Budget Categories Reference Sheet Questions about Current State Grants PSCStateBroadbandOffice@Wisconsin.
gov Awarded Broadband Grants 2018: Round 2 1 Amended awards bring total to $124,633,271. 00. 2 Amended awards bring total to $28,092,795.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Communities, co-ops, nonprofits, or private providers who wish to expand broadband in unserved or underserved areas of Wisconsin. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $60,000,000 (total for round). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was July 27, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
State Broadband Expansion Grant Program is funded by Public Service Commission of Wisconsin. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Wisconsin. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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