Project purpose: this equitable distribution project will facilitate access to home networking equipment including CPE hardware and affordable broadband services for members of the seldovia village…

The National Telecommunications and Information Administration awarded Seldovia Village Tribe $500,000 on August 1, 2026, under the Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program (CFDA 11.029) to provide home networking equipment and subsidized broadband service to tribal community members. The recipient will distribute home networking equipment and pre-paid broadband service fees to 100 tribal households; provide broadband-capable devices to eligible households lacking internet access; and purchase and upgrade networking equipment in tribal buildings. The award funds 24 months of qualifying broadband service for the 100 households and supports ongoing productivity, security, and essential services delivery to Seldovia Village Tribe community members. Performance occurs in Seldovia, Alaska, with ultimate completion on April 30, 2029. The grant carries no sub-recipients.

Expected outcomes

Sustain broadband access by providing 24 months of qualifying broadband service for 100 tribal households; and maintain productivity, improve security, and provide essential services to members of the seldovia village tribe community.

Intended beneficiaries

The project intends to benefit the members of the seldovia village tribe community. Subrecipient activities (if applicable): this grant does not include subrecipients.