Project Title:
Broadband Use and Adoption
Broadband Use and Adoption
Funding Program:
Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program - Round 1
Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program - Round 1
Project Purpose/Type:
This Broadband Use and Adoption project will improve broadband use and adoption for Tribal members by establishing and implementing a Tribal-wide digital training program, providing broadband equipment to support schools, libraries, and workforce development.
State(s):
Florida
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$499,920.28Funding Amount
Project activities include:
- Purchase smartboards and complimentary equipment for Tribal youth education and community programs.
- Purchase desktop computers for libraries for Tribal member usage and training, facilitating broadband use and adoption.
- Purchase laptops and docking stations for Tribal members to borrow from library for continued training within Tribal residences.
- Develop and implement training curriculum for Tribal staff and members.
This project will purchase 15 smartboards and associated equipment, 16 desktops, 98 docking stations, and 28 laptops for anchor institutions.
This project will benefit 500 Tribal members who are able to participate in training and live within the boundaries of the project service area.