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Cost Projections for 3rd Quarter 2025

On May 2, 2025, the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) released their Quarterly Report with projections for the third quarter of 2025. USAC projects a consolidated operating and capital budget...

April Appeal Decisions Released by FCC

On May 1, 2025, the FCC issued its monthly Public Notice deciding a number of requests for review, requests for waiver, and petitions for reconsideration related to actions taken by...

by John Harrington

Love the Problem, Not the Solution

“Fall in love with the problem, not the solution.”This advice from business leader Dave Nilssen rings especially true for me—and for any leader who’s wrestled with change, innovation, or impact....

by Heidi Leonard

Fifteen Years of Your Feedback Shaping E-rate

The applicant survey transcends being a mere collection of questions. It serves as a bridge between organizations and their clients, a vital tool for understanding and enhancing services. Imagine it...

$981 Million Committed in First FY2025 Funding Wave

On April 28, 2025, USAC released the first wave of Funding Commitment Decision Letters for Funding Year 2025. FY2025 Wave 001 commitments totaled nearly $981 Million, with $24.2 Million canceled,...

by John Harrington

Leading with strength, guided by humility.

The Power of Humble Confidence A few years ago, I found myself on stage at a conference with industry leaders from across the country. I had been invited to share...

by Michelle Jackson

Your Feedback in Action: How Past Surveys Shaped E-rate

The E-rate program is constantly evolving, and a significant part of that evolution comes directly from the feedback provided by applicants like you. Over the years, survey responses have played...

by Megan Keating

Top Tips for Completing the 2025 Applicant Survey Quickly and Easily

As an E-rate consultant at Funds for Learning, I understand the importance of efficiency and ease when it comes to completing the 2025 Applicant Survey. This survey is a crucial...