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Did you know that billions of dollars in federal funds and grants are available to help you fast track your technology projects?
With so many opportunities, you want to be sure you get the most funding with the least amount of effort.
RUCKUS and The Grants Office Fuel Digital Equity
If you’re working to expand digital access, improve connectivity, and create more equitable experiences across your community or campus, you’re not alone. But big goals often come with big budget challenges.
That’s why RUCKUS and The Grants Office have teamed up to support state, local government, and education leaders with real tools, real funding insights, and expert guidance to move projects forward.
Stimulus Funds: Available Funding Opportunities
All information is subject to change. Check back often for updates.
CRRSA
Consolidated Appropriations Act (CRRSA)
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the US Federal Government passed the $900B Consolidated Appropriations Act (CRRSA) Stimulus Bill in December 2020, providing over $140B in emergency funding to public sector, transportation, and healthcare agencies. Eligible uses of these funds include addressing digital equity/ digital divide, enabling hybrid/ remote work environments, and upgrading facility networks and infrastructure in order to meet new post-pandemic requirements.
ARPA
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
As the COVID-19 pandemic continued into 2021, the US Federal Government passed another monumental wave of emergency funding via the $1.9T American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). In addition to providing primary and higher education institutions, healthcare, and transportation agencies over $267B in new stimulus funding, another $350B was allocated to State and Local Government via the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds. The Federal Government has issued broad guidance for how State and Local Governments can use this aid for a variety of technology needs, including:
- Covering expenses, such as data and technology infrastructure improvements, to improve the design and execution of public health programs, as well as the administration and effectiveness of economic relief programs.
- Covering expenses related to delivering government services, including cybersecurity modernization.
- Paying for cybersecurity tools to protect water and sewer infrastructure.
- Includes $30.5 billion in federal funding to support the nation’s public transportation systems as they continue to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic
IIJA
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA)
On November 15, 2021 President Biden signed into law the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), H.R.3684. This legislation represents a$1.2 trillion investment in addressing the nation’s aging infrastructure needs, especially over the next 5 years in the areas of broadband, water, energy, and IT systems. This money is not tied to a global emergency therefore the funding and subsequent funding programs will be rolled out gradually through 2022 and 2023.
BEADP
Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program (BEADP)
The BEAD Program is a $42.5 billion grant program designed to bridge the digital divide in rural areas and in states that consistently rank below others in broadband access. This is a brand new grant program developed out of the IIJA, which passed on November 15, 2021. Eligible uses for BEADP funds include:
- Unserved service projects (80% of locations in the proposal area lack access to reliable 25Mbps/3Mbps)
- Underserved service projects (80% of locations in the proposal area lack access to reliable 100Mbps/20Mbps service)
- Community anchor institutions (“CAIs”), such as schools, libraries, and hospitals, lacking access to 1Gbps service
- Data collection and broadband mapping
- Installing internet and Wi-Fi infrastructure or providing reduced-cost broadband within a multifamily residential building and
- Affordability, including for internet-capable devices
Expert Resources
E-Rate Program
Discover how the E-Rate program can help fund your school’s tech—see if you qualify and what’s covered.
Grants Support Program
Learn how CommScope/RUCKUS provides public sector agencies, educational institutions, and hospitals with grants information, customized funder research, and consultation to develop project ideas, access project funding, and further expand existing technology initiatives.
Additional resources
6 Steps for a Successful E-Rate Season
Our six steps to a successful E-Rate season help you make the most of your technology funding. RUCKUS is E-Rate approved and with you every step of the way.
RUCKUS Cloudpath Enrollment System for Primary Education
Cloud service that streamlines secure network access, from BYOD onboarding to intuitive self-service IT workflows. Learn how RUCKUS Cloudpath Enrollment System is a great fit for primary education settings.
E-Rate for Digital Learning
Our E-Rate eligible products empower schools with reliable, high-performance networks that streamline digital learning. See how RUCKUS can help optimize your school's networks to enhance online learning for all students.
The City of San José
What started as an expanded plan for free downtown Wi-Fi grew into an impressive network that effortlessly connects device signals throughout the city's airport, convention center, and school districts. Imagine how RUCKUS Networks' ability to strategize and innovate could help your school provide better access and better education.
6 Steps for a Successful E-Rate Season
Our six steps to a successful E-Rate season help you make the most of your technology funding. RUCKUS is E-Rate approved and with you every step of the way.
RUCKUS Cloudpath Enrollment System for Primary Education
Cloud service that streamlines secure network access, from BYOD onboarding to intuitive self-service IT workflows. Learn how RUCKUS Cloudpath Enrollment System is a great fit for primary education settings.
E-Rate for Digital Learning
Our E-Rate eligible products empower schools with reliable, high-performance networks that streamline digital learning. See how RUCKUS can help optimize your school's networks to enhance online learning for all students.
The City of San José
What started as an expanded plan for free downtown Wi-Fi grew into an impressive network that effortlessly connects device signals throughout the city's airport, convention center, and school districts. Imagine how RUCKUS Networks' ability to strategize and innovate could help your school provide better access and better education.