Stronger Together: Celebrating Digital Inclusion Week 2024
Cody Dorsey, Digital Equity Federal Program Officer
State Digital Equity Planning Grant
State Digital Equity Planning Grant
Overview
The State Digital Equity Planning Grant Program supports the creation of community-centric solutions. It provides resources to community organizations to help scale digital literacy programs. These programs give people the skills they need to effectively use the Internet. We're looking for projects that promote meaningful adoption and use of high-speed Internet service. Projects should aim to help the following groups:
- Low-income households
- Aging populations
- Incarcerated individuals
- Veterans
- People with disabilities
- People with language barriers
- Racial and ethnic minorities
- Rural inhabitants
Projects will be used to share best practices and show successful models of state-community partnerships.
Download the program info sheet (English | Español)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Digital Equity Act Programs
Digital Equity Planning Grant Program Notice of Funding Opportunity
Planning
Digital Equity Planning Grant Closeout Information
Information for eligible entities on DE Planning Closeout Requirements.
Digital Equity Plan Guidance
Guidance for States/Territories on how to structure and what to include in the Digital Equity Plan to meet the 15 requirements outlined in the NOFO.
Digital Equity Plan Template
Optional template to support each State/Territory in capturing notes and developing its Digital Equity Plan.
Digital Equity Model Plan Guidance
This resource provides guidance on the requirements for the State Digital Equity Plan and guidance on how to create a Digital Equity Plan that goes beyond compliance.
Soliciting Public Comments
A guide for States on posting Digital Equity Plans for public comment.
Digital Equity Webinar Series: Digital Equity Solutions for Tribal Nations
Tribal nations face unique challenges when seeking solutions to the digital equity gaps in their communities. This webinar will feature Tribal leaders discussing how they are using federal and other resources to create pathways to success for their residents.
If you would like to request an accommodation to participate in this webinar, please email your request to InternetForAll@ntia.gov by Thursday, October 17. A NTIA staff member will follow up with you shortly regarding your request.
Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program for Native Entities Applicant Webinar: Additional Funding & Other Certifications
This is a webinar to provide guidance to applicants for the Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program Native Entities. It will focus on application requirements for noting additional funding and other certifications.
If you would like to request an accommodation to participate in this webinar, please email your request to InternetForAll@ntia.gov by Wednesday, December 4. A NTIA staff member will follow up with you shortly regarding your request.
Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program for Native Entities Applicant Webinar: Consolidated Budget Form
This is a webinar to provide guidance to applicants for the Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program Native Entities. It will focus on the consolidated budget form.
If you would like to request an accommodation to participate in this webinar, please email your request to InternetForAll@ntia.gov by Thursday, November 14. A NTIA staff member will follow up with you shortly regarding your request.
Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program for Native Entities Applicant Webinar: Project Narrative
This is a webinar to provide guidance to applicants for the Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program Native Entities. It will focus on the elements required for the project narrative.
If you would like to request an accommodation to participate in this webinar, please email your request to InternetForAll@ntia.gov by Wednesday, November 6. A NTIA staff member will follow up with you shortly regarding your request.
Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program for Native Entities Applicant Webinar: Registration, Entity Type
This is a webinar to provide guidance to applicants for the Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program: Native Entities. It will focus on registration, consortia, and application requirements.
If you would like to request an accommodation to participate in this webinar, please email your request to InternetForAll@ntia.gov by Wednesday, October 23. A NTIA staff member will follow up with you shortly regarding your request.
Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program for Native Entities Applicant Webinar: Standard Forms
This is a webinar to provide guidance to applicants for the Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program: Native Entities. It will focus on standard forms.
If you would like to request an accommodation to participate in this webinar, please email your request to InternetForAll@ntia.gov by Wednesday, October 16. A NTIA staff member will follow up with you shortly regarding your request.
Grants 101 for Native Entities
This webinar is meant to give applicants who have little to no experience with federal grants administration an introduction to the grants lifecycle and important roles and responsibilities throughout the life cycle of the grant.
If you would like to request an accommodation to participate in this webinar, please email your request to InternetForAll@ntia.gov by Thursday, October 10. A NTIA staff member will follow up with you shortly regarding your request.
Digital Equity Native Entity Capacity Application Webinar
NTIA will discuss the next stage in the Digital Equity Act grant programs and how Native Entities (Indian Tribes, Alaska Native entities, and Native Hawaiian organizations) can reduce barriers to digital equity in their communities. Speakers will discuss the Digital Equity Native Entity Application that opens on Wednesday, September 25.
Building Digital Programming to Support Second Chances
This April, the Biden-Harris Administration recognizes Second Chance Month as an opportunity to ensure that people returning to their communities from jail or prison have a fair shot at the American Dream.