The Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB) invites rural communities to apply for low interest loans and grants to support the expansion of rural broadband. Eligible applicants may receive a maximum of $1 million per project. CERB is limited to $10 million in awards through June 30, 2019.
Funding is limited to local governments, tribes, municipal and quasi-municipal corporations, ports, and special districts.
A maximum of 50 percent of a total award is eligible for grant coverage depending on the debt service coverage ratio. Projects with higher debt service ratios may require up to a 25 percent local matching contribution. Remaining award amounts are covered through low interest loans with a variable rate depending on length of loan and county designation.
Find application and additional information on the Washington State Department of Commerce Rural Broadband Program website.