- Hurricane Helene caused major infrastructure damage across North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
- Securing relief efforts for North Carolina following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene.
- The state of North Carolina has directed funding to aid recovery efforts following the severe impacts of Hurricane Helene.
North Carolina Announces Grant Program for Communication Resiliency Post-Hurricane Helene
What happened
The N.C. Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) announced the Broadband Satellite Resiliency Grant program, providing a $1 million notice of funding opportunity through state funds. The program is designed to strengthen local resiliency by funding satellite 'resilience in a box' tools for essential communications. Eligible organizations include state agencies, local government units, volunteer fire departments, and community anchor institutions like schools and libraries.
Why it matters
The funding uses state funds appropriated through the Growing Rural Economies with Access to Technology (GREAT) grant program. The program prioritizes organizations operating in the 39 North Carolina counties designated in the Hurricane Helene federal disaster area, including Alexander.
The state of North Carolina is currently focused on aid and recovery efforts following the severe impacts of Hurricane Helene.
Who's involved
- North CarolinaThe state of North Carolina is the primary beneficiary and the source of the state funds for the grant program.
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North Carolina
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