E-rate Analysis

January 29, 2025

E-rate Program and the Federal Spending Pause: Key Considerations

Update: The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) rescinded the order today, January 29, 2025.On January 27, 2025, the White House issued a directive temporarily pausing federal financial assistance programs...

January 17, 2025

Wi-Fi Hotspots Generate High Initial Interest from E-rate Applicants

Published: January 17, 2025 | Updated: January 31, 2025The addition of Wi-Fi hotspots and hotspot services to the E-rate Eligible Services List has sparked remarkable interest among schools and libraries...

by Todd Lawrence

November 13, 2024

Phase 1 of the Cybersecurity Pilot Program

In the FCC’s recent Phase 1 of the Cybersecurity Pilot Program, schools and libraries applied for cybersecurity assistance, underscoring a critical need to secure their digital infrastructure in the face...

October 30, 2024

2024 E-rate Trends Report Is Here

We are excited to release the 2024 E-rate Trends Report, offering key insights into how E-rate funding supports schools and libraries across the United States. This report, built on data...

by Brian Stephens

October 9, 2024

AnchorNets 2024: That’s A Wrap!

Last week, the Schools, Health & Libraries Broadband Coalition (SHLB) held their annual AnchorNets conference in Washington, DC. Funds For Learning has been a proud partner of SHLB for many...

by Heidi Leonard

October 2, 2024

Strategies for a Successful FY25 Administrative Window

As we approach the 2025 E-rate funding year, it’s essential to implement effective strategies to successfully navigate this complex process. Here are several key recommendations to optimize your approach: Stay...

by Michelle Jackson

September 11, 2024

Key Changes to the Proposed Funding Year 2025 ESL: What You Need to Know

Every year, the FCC releases a draft Eligible Services List (ESL) for public comment, and this year is no different. On July 31, 2024, the FCC posted the draft ESL...

by Brian Stephens

September 11, 2024

FCC Cybersecurity Pilot Program Filing Window: What You Need to Know

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced the filing window for its Cybersecurity Pilot Program, designed to bolster the cybersecurity defenses of K-12 schools and libraries. This three-year, $200 million...