BEAD Regional Coordination and Planning Grant - Idaho Department of Commerce
Forecasted
This grant funds Idaho communities to research, plan, and coordinate strategies for expanding affordable, reliable broadband access through data-driven broadband action teams and planning activities.
This grant is no longer accepting proposals
Idaho Department of Commerce has archived this opportunity.
Funder: Idaho Department of Commerce
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2026 (BEAD Regional Coordination and Planning Grant application deadline; projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 per applicant; total pool $500,000; typically 1-year planning awards
Summary: Supports Idaho communities in broadband planning, coordination, and action team development to expand affordable, reliable internet access.
Key Information: This is a forecasted date; monitor the program page for updates on application timelines.
Description
The BEAD Regional Coordination and Planning Grant, administered by the Idaho Department of Commerce, provides funding to Idaho communities to support broadband planning, coordination, and the formation of Broadband Action Teams. The grant is designed to help local and tribal governments, as well as state agencies, organize and prepare for broadband infrastructure development that expands access to affordable and reliable high-speed internet. This program is part of Idaho’s broader efforts under the federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program to address digital divides, improve connectivity, and ensure every Idahoan has access to quality broadband service.
