Broadband Acceleration Grant Program
Forecasted
The Broadband Acceleration Grant Program by the Kansas Department of Transportation funds research-driven broadband infrastructure projects to expand high-speed internet in unserved Kansas areas.
Funder: Kansas Department of Transportation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1 million per project; $85 million total program investment; 50% match required.
Summary: Supports broadband infrastructure expansion in unserved Kansas areas by offsetting capital deployment costs.
Key Information: This is a forecasted/anticipated cycle; program structure and requirements may evolve.
Description
The Broadband Acceleration Grant Program is a decade-long initiative by the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) aimed at bridging the digital divide in Kansas. With a total investment of $85 million, the program helps cover capital expenses for deploying broadband infrastructure to areas lacking adequate service. The program prioritizes projects in unserved regions and promotes best practices in broadband deployment, ensuring that all Kansans have access to reliable, high-speed internet.
