# Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/2026-ntia-tbcp-tribal-broadband-connectivity-program/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/362843

> DOC NIST ERA is offering grants to the applicants described in the notice. It expects to make about 150 awards. Applications close on November 17, 2026.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | 2026-NTIA-TBCP |
| Agency | DOC NIST ERA |
| Status | Open |
| Deadline | November 17, 2026 |
| Award ceiling | not stated |
| Award floor | not stated |
| Expected awards | 150 |
| Total funding | not stated |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 11.029 |

## Who can apply

- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

The following entities are eligible to receive grants under the TBCP: 1. a Tribal Government; 2. a Tribal College or University; 3. the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands on behalf of the Native Hawaiian Community, including Native Hawaiian Education Programs; 4. a Tribal organization; 5. or an Alaska Native Corporation. See Section III of this NOFO for additional information concerning the eligibility requirements for this program.

## What the grant funds

NTIA is soliciting applications for funds remaining under the Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program (TBCP), authorized by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, Division N, Title IX, Section 905(c), Public Law 116-260, 134 Stat. 1182 (Dec. 27, 2020) (Act), as amended by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Division F, Title II, Section 60201, Public Law 117-58, 135 Stat. 429 (Nov. 15, 2021) (IIJA) (codified at 47 U.S.C. §1705). TBCP provides funding for grants to Eligible Entities to expand access to and adoption of: (i) broadband service on Tribal Land; or (ii) programs that promote remote learning, telework, or telehealth resources. Applicants should visit BroadbandUSA to download the TBCP-specific application forms in addition to those standard forms available for download on grants.gov. Native Entities Grant Program | BroadbandUSA

## Questions people ask

### Who can apply for Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program?

DOC NIST ERA accepts applications from the applicants described in the notice. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program?

Closes November 17, 2026 (17 days left). Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.