Opportunity ID: 339932
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RUS-22-01-DLT |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Earmark |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Business and Commerce Community Development Education Health Regional Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 7 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.855 — Distance Learning and Telemedicine Loans and Grants |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 29, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 17, 2022 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 27, 2022 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 08, 2022 Deadline Extended to July 8, 2022 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 08, 2022 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,510,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | State governments Private institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses Independent school districts Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Small businesses Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Special district governments City or township governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) County governments |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Rural Utilities Service |
| Description: |
Authorized by 7 U.S.C. 950aaa, the DLT Program provides financial assistance to enable and improve distance learning and telemedicine services in rural areas. DLT grant funds support the use of telecommunications-enabled information, audio and video equipment, and related advanced technologies by students, teachers, medical professionals, and rural residents. These grants are intended to increase rural access to education, training, and health care resources that are otherwise unavailable or limited in scope.
This opportunity is being opened pursuant to The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022 which identified seven (7) entities that are eligible to receive funding through the Rural Utilities Service’s (RUS) Distance Learning and Telemedicine Program (DLT) as part of Community Project Funding (CPF). This opportunity is only for entities identified, by name, in the Act. If you are not one of these entities, you are not eligible for this opportunity, and should not apply in this window. The seven entities have been individually invited to apply and are the only applications which will be considered under this opportunity. An additional window(s) is(are) anticipated in the future that will be open to all eligible entities.
The regulation for the DLT Program can be found at 7 CFR part 1734. All invited applicants should carefully review and prepare their applications according to instructions in the FY 2022 DLT Grant Program Community Project Funding Application Guide (Application Guide) and program resources. This Application Guide can be found on this entry on grants.gov or you may also request a copy by emailing dltinfo@usda.gov. Expenses incurred in developing applications will be at the applicant’s own risk. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Teresa Hunkapiller
Grants Management Specialist Phone 202-720-0800 Email:dltinfo@usda.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Deadline Extended to July 8, 2022 | Jun 17, 2022 | |
| Close Date has been extended to June 24, 2022 | Apr 29, 2022 | |
| Apr 29, 2022 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RUS-22-01-DLT |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Earmark |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Business and Commerce Community Development Education Health Regional Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 7 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.855 — Distance Learning and Telemedicine Loans and Grants |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 29, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 17, 2022 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 27, 2022 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 08, 2022 Deadline Extended to July 8, 2022 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 08, 2022 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,510,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | State governments Private institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses Independent school districts Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Small businesses Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Special district governments City or township governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) County governments |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Rural Utilities Service |
| Description: |
Authorized by 7 U.S.C. 950aaa, the DLT Program provides financial assistance to enable and improve distance learning and telemedicine services in rural areas. DLT grant funds support the use of telecommunications-enabled information, audio and video equipment, and related advanced technologies by students, teachers, medical professionals, and rural residents. These grants are intended to increase rural access to education, training, and health care resources that are otherwise unavailable or limited in scope.
This opportunity is being opened pursuant to The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022 which identified seven (7) entities that are eligible to receive funding through the Rural Utilities Service’s (RUS) Distance Learning and Telemedicine Program (DLT) as part of Community Project Funding (CPF). This opportunity is only for entities identified, by name, in the Act. If you are not one of these entities, you are not eligible for this opportunity, and should not apply in this window. The seven entities have been individually invited to apply and are the only applications which will be considered under this opportunity. An additional window(s) is(are) anticipated in the future that will be open to all eligible entities.
The regulation for the DLT Program can be found at 7 CFR part 1734. All invited applicants should carefully review and prepare their applications according to instructions in the FY 2022 DLT Grant Program Community Project Funding Application Guide (Application Guide) and program resources. This Application Guide can be found on this entry on grants.gov or you may also request a copy by emailing dltinfo@usda.gov. Expenses incurred in developing applications will be at the applicant’s own risk. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Teresa Hunkapiller
Grants Management Specialist Phone 202-720-0800 Email:dltinfo@usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RUS-22-01-DLT |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Earmark |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Business and Commerce Community Development Education Health Regional Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 7 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.855 — Distance Learning and Telemedicine Loans and Grants |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 29, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 23, 2022 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 24, 2022 Deadline Extended to June 24, 2022 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 24, 2022 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,510,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | County governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Special district governments For profit organizations other than small businesses City or township governments Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Small businesses Independent school districts Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education State governments |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Rural Utilities Service |
| Description: |
Authorized by 7 U.S.C. 950aaa, the DLT Program provides financial assistance to enable and improve distance learning and telemedicine services in rural areas. DLT grant funds support the use of telecommunications-enabled information, audio and video equipment, and related advanced technologies by students, teachers, medical professionals, and rural residents. These grants are intended to increase rural access to education, training, and health care resources that are otherwise unavailable or limited in scope.
This opportunity is being opened pursuant to The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022 which identified seven (7) entities that are eligible to receive funding through the Rural Utilities Service’s (RUS) Distance Learning and Telemedicine Program (DLT) as part of Community Project Funding (CPF). This opportunity is only for entities identified, by name, in the Act. If you are not one of these entities, you are not eligible for this opportunity, and should not apply in this window. The seven entities have been individually invited to apply and are the only applications which will be considered under this opportunity. An additional window(s) is(are) anticipated in the future that will be open to all eligible entities.
The regulation for the DLT Program can be found at 7 CFR part 1734. All invited applicants should carefully review and prepare their applications according to instructions in the FY 2022 DLT Grant Program Community Project Funding Application Guide (Application Guide) and program resources. This Application Guide can be found on this entry on grants.gov or you may also request a copy by emailing dltinfo@usda.gov. Expenses incurred in developing applications will be at the applicant’s own risk. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Teresa Hunkapiller
Grants Management Specialist Phone 202-720-0800 Email:dltinfo@usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RUS-22-01-DLT |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Earmark |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Business and Commerce Community Development Education Health Regional Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 7 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.855 — Distance Learning and Telemedicine Loans and Grants |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 29, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 29, 2022 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 27, 2022 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 26, 2022 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,510,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | County governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Special district governments For profit organizations other than small businesses City or township governments Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Small businesses Independent school districts Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education State governments |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Rural Utilities Service |
| Description: |
Authorized by 7 U.S.C. 950aaa, the DLT Program provides financial assistance to enable and improve distance learning and telemedicine services in rural areas. DLT grant funds support the use of telecommunications-enabled information, audio and video equipment, and related advanced technologies by students, teachers, medical professionals, and rural residents. These grants are intended to increase rural access to education, training, and health care resources that are otherwise unavailable or limited in scope.
This opportunity is being opened pursuant to The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022 which identified seven (7) entities that are eligible to receive funding through the Rural Utilities Service’s (RUS) Distance Learning and Telemedicine Program (DLT) as part of Community Project Funding (CPF). This opportunity is only for entities identified, by name, in the Act. If you are not one of these entities, you are not eligible for this opportunity, and should not apply in this window. The seven entities have been individually invited to apply and are the only applications which will be considered under this opportunity. An additional window(s) is(are) anticipated in the future that will be open to all eligible entities.
The regulation for the DLT Program can be found at 7 CFR part 1734. All invited applicants should carefully review and prepare their applications according to instructions in the FY 2022 DLT Grant Program Community Project Funding Application Guide (Application Guide) and program resources. This Application Guide can be found on this entry on grants.gov or you may also request a copy by emailing dltinfo@usda.gov. Expenses incurred in developing applications will be at the applicant’s own risk. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Teresa Hunkapiller
Grants Management Specialist Phone 202-720-0800 Email:dltinfo@usda.gov |
Related Documents
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Teresa Hunkapiller Grants Management Specialist Phone 202-720-0800 Email: dltinfo@usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.855 | PKG00273819 | Apr 29, 2022 | Jul 08, 2022 | View |
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