Current Grant Activity
ATS Member Grant Updates
Per its mission, ATS identifies and tracks all broadband related grant funding that could be applied for to bring affordable broadband and improved service to over 100 tribal members. ATS applies for these opportunities as a consortium to include their members.
Below are the latest updates on our grant efforts for our members.
ATS Awarded Applications
These grants have been awarded. Scroll right to see more info.
| Agency | Title | Submitted | Award Status | Member Tribes in Award | Grant Features Applied for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NTIA | Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program (TBCP) — Infrastructure | 09/01/21 | 10/1/23 Award notification, initial funding Feb 2024 | 59 member tribes | Alaska Tribal Network (ATN) Infrastructure for fixed wireless and mobile data service. Service starting 2025 |
| Treasury | Coronavirus Capital Projects Fund | September 2022 | Most awarded 2023, over 25 delivered in 2024 | Over 40 member tribes | Tribal Library Enhancement Program (TLEP) Broadband infrastructure for each community |
ATS Applied and Open Applications
These are in application or coming soon. Contact ATS to ensure your inclusion in the applications. Scroll right to see more info.
| Agency | Title | Planned Submittal | Match | Award Timeframe | Benefits | Grant Features Applied for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NTIA | Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program 2 (TBCP-2) | ATS applied in March 2024 | none | Fall 2024 | Multiple member tribes | Use and adoption funding and Alaska Tribal Network (ATN) infrastructure and for fixed wireless and mobile data |
| NTIA | Digital Equity Capacity Grant | Postponed in 2023. Will apply again in September 2024 | none | Summer 2025 | Multiple member tribes | Funding will be used to prepare and execute Tribal digital equity community plans |
| State of Alaska | Broadband Equity Access & Deployment Program | Early 2025 | Depends on location | 2025/2026 | Multiple member tribes | Alaska Tribal Network (ATN) Infrastructure for fixed wireless and mobile service with fiber and satellite middle mile |
