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Vermont Urges Digital Equity Competitive Grant Participation

'This funding has the potential to be transformational.'

Teralyn Whipple

Jul 26, 2024 — 1 min read

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July 26, 2024 – Vermont Community Broadband Board issued a statement Friday encouraging organizations in Vermont to apply for the Digital Equity Competitive Grant Program, released by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration on Wednesday.

“This funding has the potential to be transformational for digital equity work in Vermont. We have many local organizations committed to ensuring that all Vermonters have the skills and devices necessary to get online effectively and safely. This additional funding will bring us closer to our goal of bridging the digital divide,” said VCBB Digital Equity Officer Britaney Watson.

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