Native Entities Grant Program

The Native Entities Grant Program is a grant program authorized by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021. The program provides funding for Indian Tribes, Alaska Native entities, and Native Hawaiian organizations to expand access and adoption of broadband service. The program has two components: the State Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program and the Digital Equity Competitive Grant Program. The application process for both programs has been combined to reduce administrative burden and cost. Eligible entities can submit applications for program funding. • The program aims to promote digital equity and increase access to broadband services for Native Entities. • The program has a single application process for both the State Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program and the Digital Equity Competitive Grant Program. • Eligible entities include Indian Tribes, Alaska Native entities, and Native Hawaiian organizations. • The program provides funding for grants to expand access and adoption of broadband service on Tribal Lands or for programs that promote the use of broadband to access remote learning, telework, or telehealth resources.