PSC Announces Grant Funding Opportunities to Improve Telecommunications Access and Affordability in Wisconsin

The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) is encouraging eligible organizations to apply for grant funding to improve the availability and affordability of telecommunications services to Wisconsin residents. The grant funding opportunities include the Nonprofit Access Grant Program and the Lifeline Outreach Grant Program. Both grant programs are funded by the Universal Service Fund to help Wisconsinites access essential telecommunications services. 

• The Nonprofit Access Grant Program provides grant funding to nonprofit organizations to facilitate affordable access to essential telecommunication services for low-income households, people with disabilities, and customers in areas with relatively high costs of services. This round of the Program will have a two-year performance period and the Commission may award a total of $500,000 in grants.
• The Lifeline Outreach Grant Program improves participation in the Lifeline Program which helps address affordability challenges by providing a discount on essential telecommunication services like internet and phone for low-income households.