Strategy Guide: How to apply for new E-Rate cybersecurity funding

A new E-Rate pilot program announced by the FCC in July has made $200 million of new funds available to schools and districts to purchase cybersecurity solutions, including firewalls, network monitoring, incident response systems and more.

The application window opened on September 17, 2024, and will soon close for this year. 

Download this brief strategy guide to learn more about the program, how to apply for funds, the key deadlines, and how to take advantage of this unprecedented opportunity to protect and secure your school or district’s digital resources.