Deadline Approaching for Illinois Broadband Innovation Fund

Roxana Ryan
Published: September 14, 2012

eTeams working in ten Illinois regions to facilitate partnerships, coordinate applications

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, September 14, 2012 – Broadband enthusiasts across the state have until 5 p.m. on Tuesday, September 18 to submit proposals to the Illinois Broadband Innovation Fund. 

The fund prompts Illinois innovators to propose ways to improve quality of life through broadband usage,and up to $500,000 will be awarded to the most promising internet adoption and usage projects.

Working on a proposal now? Broadband Illinois offers a variety of resources to innovators throughout the state.

eTeam coordinators in Broadband Illinois’ ten regions are fielding dozens of questions, convening stakeholder meetings, helping build partnerships between internet providers and private, public, and nonprofit organizations, and offering technical support.  

Who is my eTeam coordinator?

Download the PDF eTeam Map and see contact information below. 

• Brad Housewright, 217-886-4552
• Barbara Webster, 217-886-4554
• Clayton Black, 217-886-4029
• Ernest Sanders, 217-886-4226

Ready to apply?

• Visit www.broadbandillinois.org/apply or email the PDF application to innovation@broadbandillinois.org

Have a question?

• See our updated FAQ page.
• General and specific questions about the RFP and application process should be directed to innovation@broadbandillinois.org.
• Regional questions can be directed to the eTeam coordinator in your area. 

Other important Broadband Innovation Fund links:

• Our YouTube channel has a variety of videos and recorded webinars.
• We also post updates on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
• Download the editable PDF application form here.

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