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by John Harrington

Fuel Your Passion: The Power of Giving Back

Giving back is more than a noble gesture; it’s a powerful catalyst for personal and communal transformation. My personal life mission is to empower transformational growth for a brighter future....

US Court Rules USF Mechanism Unconstitutional

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit recently ruled the current Universal Service Fund (USF) mechanism unconstitutional. Here are the key points and implications of this decision: Current...

by Brian Stephens

Wi-Fi Hotspots Added to E-rate Program

On July 18, 2024, the Federal Communications Commission voted to adopt a Report and Order updating E-rate program rules to include Wi-Fi hotspot equipment and services as eligible for Category...

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?...

FY2024 Funding Recap

As funding year 2025 is upon us, it’s important to look back on FY2024. Why? While many applicants have committed funding, some requests are still pending. Let’s break it down....