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Tallahassee, Florida – FloridaCommerce has recently announced over $13 million in grants from the Capital Projects Fund Digital Connectivity Technology Program to provide digital devices for workforce, education, and healthcare in underserved communities.

Key Points

• To date, over $226 million has been awarded for 88 projects in 53 Florida counties, impacting more than 250,000 businesses and homes, through the Broadband Opportunity Grant Program.
• Additionally, in July, Governor Ron DeSantis awarded over $247 million through the Capital Project Fund - Broadband Infrastructure program, benefiting more than 59,000 entities.
• This round of funding is designed to improve broadband internet access, specifically targeting communities lacking digital resources. Eligible applicants for the grant include counties, municipalities, non-profit organizations, and community action agencies serving high-poverty areas.
• The Digital Connectivity Technology Program will enable the loan of computers, laptops, tablets, and routers through local community centers, such as libraries and schools.
• It also involves equipping Multi-Purpose Community Facilities with necessary devices for full connectivity.