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Broadband 101

To build the broadband futures our communities need, it's important to go back to basics. Explore curated resources to break down the technologies, explore key regulatory history, and get fully up to speed.

Broadband Funding

Federal and regional programs are offering billions of dollars in broadband funding to states and localities. Explore curated resources to map available funding opportunities, gauge your eligibility, and apply for funding support.

Competition

Lack of broadband competition means fewer choices and higher prices for everyone. Explore curated resources to explore alternative competitive models, propose pro-competition policies, and foster a thriving digital ecosystem.

Digital Inclusion

Bridging the digital divide and charting an equitable broadband future means ensuring everyone can get online. Explore curated resources to help define digital inclusion, plan effective solutions, and fund sustainable programs.

Indigenous Connectivity

For Tribal communities, broadband can connect people and leverage sovereignty and self-determination. Explore curated resources to measure the digital divide in Native Nations, find funding, and build strong Indigenous futures.

Public-Private Partnerships (P3s)

Public-private partnerships can be a great alternative to existing systems. Explore curated resources to assess public-private partnership models, review case studies, and invest in alternative network solutions.

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We've gathered a team of experts across the realms of broadband, digital equity, federal funding, and more to serve as an on-call help desk to government officials. No question is too basic or too technical.

Our experts can help government and community leaders answer questions like, “What grants are we eligible for?”, “What should go into a community engagement plan?”, and “What are our alternatives to incumbent ISPs?”Connect with peers across the country. The Community Conversations platform invites state, local, and nonprofit broadband leaders across the country to come together, discuss issues, and share learning.

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Connect with peers across the country. The Community Conversations platform invites state, local, and nonprofit broadband leaders across the country to come together, discuss issues, and share learning.

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Dozens of organizations and individuals have contributed the our Resource Library. Special thanks goes to everyone who shares public interest broadband resources, including the following organizations.