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Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program

DOC NIST ERA, Department of Commerce

Deadline
November 17, 2026in 28 days
Award size
Not stated
Matching funds
Not required
Fit for small groups
Better for larger organizations

In plain language

This grant helps pay for projects that improve access to broadband internet on Tribal lands or support remote learning, telework, and telehealth. It is meant to help Tribal Governments, Tribal Colleges, and other Tribal organizations.

The money can pay for

  • Improving broadband access on Tribal lands
  • Supporting remote learning programs
  • Supporting telework programs
  • Supporting telehealth programs

Who can apply

Tribal Governments, Tribal Colleges or Universities, the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, Tribal organizations, and Alaska Native Corporations can apply.

Is it a fit for a small group?

Better for larger organizations. This grant is mainly for Tribal Governments, colleges, and organizations, not for small community nonprofits like food pantries or arts groups.

Before you apply

  • Federal applicants need an active registration at SAM.gov and a Grants.gov account. Registration can take several weeks, so start early.

This summary was written by GrantGather with AI, based on the official listing. It can contain mistakes. Check the official listing on Grants.gov before you apply.

From the official listing

NTIA is soliciting applications for funds remaining under the Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program (TBCP), authorized by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, Division N, Title IX, Section 905(c), Public Law 116-260, 134 Stat. 1182 (Dec. 27, 2020) (Act), as amended by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Division F, Title II, Section 60201, Public Law 117-58, 135 Stat. 429 (Nov. 15, 2021) (IIJA) (codified at 47 U.S.C. §1705). TBCP provides funding for grants to Eligible Entities to expand access to and adoption of: (i) broadband service on Tribal Land; or (ii) programs that promote remote learning, telework, or telehealth resources. Applicants should visit BroadbandUSA to download the TBCP-specific application forms in addition to those standard forms available for download on grants.gov. Native Entities Grant Program | BroadbandUSA

Opportunity number
2026-NTIA-TBCP
Posted
June 17, 2026
Eligible applicants
Others (see eligibility details)
Eligibility details
The following entities are eligible to receive grants under the TBCP: 1. a Tribal Government; 2. a Tribal College or University; 3. the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands on behalf of the Native Hawaiian Community, including Native Hawaiian Education Programs; 4. a Tribal organization; 5. or an Alaska Native Corporation. See Section III of this NOFO for additional information concerning the eligibility requirements for this program.
Assistance listing
11.029 Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program
Agency contact
Misty L Roosa Grantor
darren.olson@nist.gov
301-975-3007
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Nonprofits are eligible here through the “Others” category. Read the eligibility details carefully.