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Distance Learning and Telemedicine

Open Date:

2/29/2024

Close Date:

4/29/2024

Upcoming Milestones:

Eligible Recipients:

  • Local Governments
  • Native/Tribal Entities
  • Non-profits
  • Private Sector
  • State Governments

Program Purpose:

  • Education and Workforce Development
  • Health and Safety
  • Other Infrastructure
  • Telecommunications / Broadband

Reserved for Energy
Communities?

No

Bureau/Office

Rural Utilities Service

Funded by:

U.S. Department of Agriculture

Overview

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.

The regulation for the DLT Program can be found at 7 CFR part 1734. All applicants should carefully review and prepare their applications according to instructions in the FY 2024 DLT Grant Program Application Guide (Application Guide) and program resources. This Application Guide will be made available here and on the program website at https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/distance-learning-telemedicine-grants. Expenses incurred in developing applications will be at the applicant’s own risk.

Related Resources

Funding Details

Funding Source:
Funding Type:
Grant - match required
Total Amount Available:
$60,000,000
Limit per Applicant:
$1,000,000
Estimated Awards:
115

Applicant Guidance

Contact Information

Teresa Hunkapiller (202) 720-0800.

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