Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grants
Rural Utilities Service
About This Grant
<p>Authorized by 7 U.S.C. 950aaa, the DLT Program provides financial assistance to enable and improve distance learning and telemedicine services in rural areas. DLT grant funds support the use of telecommunications-enabled information, audio and video equipment, and related advanced technologies by students, teachers, medical professionals, and rural residents. These grants are intended to increase rural access to education, training, and health care resources that are otherwise unavailable or limited in scope.</p><p><br></p><p>The regulation for the DLT Program can be found at 7 CFR part 1734. All applicants should carefully review and prepare their applications according to instructions in the FY 2026 DLT Grant Program Application Guide (Application Guide) and program resources. This Application Guide will be made available here and on the program website at https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/distance-learning-telemedicine-grants. Expenses incurred in developing applications will be at the applicant’s own risk.</p><p><br></p>
Grant Summary
Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grants is a Rural Utilities Service grant providing $50K to $750K for small business, municipality, school district. Applications are due 2026-06-30 (closing in 11 days). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
How to Apply
$50K–$750K
2026-06-30
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grants from Rural Utilities Service, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Rural Utilities Service before the deadline.
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Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grants: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grants?
Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grants is offered by Rural Utilities Service and is generally open to small business, municipality, school district, tribal government, nonprofit, university. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grants provide?
Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grants provides between $50K and $750K per award from Rural Utilities Service. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grants deadline?
Applications for Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grants are due 2026-06-30 (closing in 11 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Rural Utilities Service, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grants?
To apply for Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grants, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Rural Utilities Service.
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