The Rural Broadband Access Loan and Loan Guarantee Program (Broadband Program) furnishes loans and loan guarantees to provide funds for the costs of construction, improvement, or acquisition of facilities and equipment needed to provide service at the broadband lending speed in eligible rural areas.
Funding Agency or Organization: USDA-RD
Funding Website: https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/rural-broadband-access-loan-and-loan-guarantee
Local Match Requirement: N/A
Award Amount: No maximum
Deadline: Varies
Competitive: Non-competitive
Eligible Applicant: Municipal, Non-profit, Business
Project Categories: Broadband and Telecommunications, Infrastructure and Housing, Economic Development