Stay up-to-date with the latest updates on grant programs, challenge and map updates, and community engagement across Pennsylvania.
On Thursday, Nov. 21, Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) Executive Director Brandon Carson announced the PBDA Board of Directors’ approval of 117 applications through the Digital Connectivity Technology Program for the distribution of 9,122 laptops to community institutions across 42 Pennsylvania counties for use by residents who do not have access to digital technology
November 26, 2024
Pennsylvania is one of the first states in the nation to begin accepting applications for BEAD funding. Governor Josh Shapiro and his Administration are moving quickly to connect every Pennsylvanian to reliable, affordable, high-speed internet. Harrisburg, PA – This past Friday, Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) Executive Director Brandon Carson announced the Commonwealth’s $1.16 billion Broadband […]
November 22, 2024
The PBDA will begin accepting the first round of applications today – making Pennsylvania among one of the first states to do so. Governor Josh Shapiro and his Administration are committed to connecting all Pennsylvanians to reliable, affordable, high-speed internet by the end of the decade. Harrisburg, PA – Today, Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) […]
November 21, 2024
The Digital Connectivity Technology Program provides laptops to libraries, non-profits, and community institutions across the Commonwealth. PBDA will also partner with L&I and PA CareerLink® to offer no-cost online job skills training. Harrisburg, PA – Today, Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) Executive Director Brandon Carson announced the PBDA Board of Directors’ approval of 117 applications through the Digital Connectivity Technology […]
Programs in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh received most of the ARPA money, but counties from Erie to York also got a cut.
The Ralpho Township Public Library recently was awarded a $379,000 grant from the state Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) to use toward improvement of its facility.
On Thursday, Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) Executive Director Brandon Carson announced the approval of $45 million in Multi-Purpose Community Facilities grant funding to 49 projects in 26 counties across Pennsylvania.
October 10, 2024
The Multi-Purpose Community Facilities program grants — approved for 49 projects in 26 counties — will give people free, digital access in public places like schools, local libraries, and community health centers. Harrisburg, PA – Today, Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) Executive Director Brandon Carson announced the approval of $45 million in Multi-Purpose Community Facilities […]
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) today announced the availability of $450,000 in grant funding to support the expansion of registered pre-apprenticeships and apprenticeships throughout the Commonwealth.
With the timeline narrowing towards what will be the final proposal advanced by the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) in regards to enhancing and expanding internet access statewide, local officials are working to ensure that Bedford County is highly represented in a dollar total dedicated to the project.
