Merit Network Inc. Receives USDA Grant to expand high-speed internet access for rural Michigan.
ANN ARBOR, Mich., Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Merit Network is the recipient of a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) grant for $997,000 to develop a connectivity and digital equity strategy to promote the expansion of high-speed internet in underserved rural Michigan communities.
- ANN ARBOR, Mich., Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Merit Network is the recipient of a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) grant for $997,000 to develop a connectivity and digital equity strategy to promote the expansion of high-speed internet in underserved rural Michigan communities.
- According to the USDA website , "Under the Broadband Technical Assistance Program , USDA is providing $9.7 million to help 24 organizations deliver or receive technical assistance to expand high-speed internet access for people in rural and Tribal communities across 17 states.
- This funding will also develop and expand broadband cooperatives in rural areas."
- Merit Network is proud to be a recipient and to be able to serve more rural communities in need in Michigan.