E-rate Commentary

Comparing the FCC Cybersecurity Pilot Program with a Day at the Beach

With only $200 million available over a three-year period, if you’re not prepared for your day in the sun, you may be left burnt on the sidelines. As we know,...

by John Harrington

Navigating Priorities: Focusing on What Truly Matters

If you’re anything like me, you wake up with countless goals and ambitions you want to accomplish. As we all know, there’s limited time in each day to cross things...

Guide Spotlight: Tava Mazak

My name is Tava Mazak, and my journey with Funds For Learning began as an intern during college. It was pure chance that led me to discover a hiring event...

by Todd Lawrence

Cybersecurity Pilot Program Overview

The FCC recently launched a new Cybersecurity Pilot Program to help schools and libraries enhance their network security. What do you know about the program? Are you planning to apply?...

by John Harrington

Celebrating Progress, While Looking Toward the Future

One thing I’ve learned throughout my life is the significance of reflecting on progress while striving toward future goals. It’s easy to get wrapped up in dreaming about the future,...

by Neal Brautigan

Starting Strong: Tips for a Successful Funding Year 2025 Cycle

Just like a Basecamp expedition requires careful planning and preparation to reach the summit, navigating the E-rate funding year 2025 cycle demands a strategic approach to ensure a successful journey....

Happy New Year, FY 2024 Starts July 1st!

Monday, July 1, 2024, is the start of 2024 E-rate funding year and time to begin planning for the next funding cycle, FY2025. Before we look at items to keep...

Cybersecurity Webinar Recap

On June 12, the FCC released the Cybersecurity Pilot Program Report and Order and Funds For Learning hosted a special Cybersecurity Webinar discussing the impact of pilot program for the...