Good day! Please excuse cross-postings:
This is a federal grant but for Maine rural areas. Please share if you can, and remember that the National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NNLM) can be a GREAT partner for this.
"What does this program do?
The Distance Learning and Telemedicine program helps rural communities use the unique capabilities of telecommunications to connect to each other and to the world, overcoming the effects of remoteness and low population density. For example, this program can link teachers and medical service providers in one area to students and patients in another. All upcoming events will be posted on the events program tab.
Who may apply?
For both programs, eligible applicants include most entities that provide education or health care through telecommunications, including:

  *   Most State and local governmental entities
  *   Federally-recognized Tribes
  *   Non-profits
  *   For-profit businesses
  *   Consortia of eligible entities
DLT 100% grant applications are accepted through a competitive process. The application window is announced annually through a Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) published on this web page and in Grants.gov.  The FOA for the FY 2020 program was published on February 10, 2020 and establishes an application due date of April 10, 2020. Applicants are required to provide a minimum 15 percent match. Awards can range from $50,000 to $1,000,000 in the FY 2020 program.
How may the funds be used?
Grant funds may be used for:

  *   Acquisition of eligible capital assets, such as:
     *   Broadband transmission facilities
     *   Audio, video and interactive video equipment
     *   Terminal and data terminal equipment
     *   Computer hardware, network components and software
     *   Inside wiring and similar infrastructure that further DLT services
  *   Acquisition of instructional programming that is a capital asset
  *   Acquisition of technical assistance and instruction for using eligible equipment
What kinds of funding are available?
Grant-only funds, awarded through a nationally competitive process  - 15% match required
What are the grant terms?
A minimum 15% match is required for grant-only awards (cannot be from another federal source)
Who currently participates in this program?
See our DLT Recipient Directory for a list of current participants.
How do we get started?

  *   Applications for the grant program are accepted through the national office.
  *   Program Resources are available online (includes forms, guidance, certifications, etc.)
  *   Check back here or contact your General Field Representative<https://www.rd.usda.gov/contact-us/telecom-gfr> for additional information
Who can answer questions about this program?

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  *   (202) 720-0800"

DEADLINE: April 10

FMI: https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/distance-learning-telemedicine-grants

Respectfully,
Lisa

Lisa M. Shaw
Maine State Library
Rural & Small Libraries Specialist
Workforce Development
145 Harlow St.
Bangor ME 04401
(207) 947-8336 xt 114
(207) 217-1565 (mobile)
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