# NCDIT Extends Broadband Satellite Grant Deadline

The North Carolina Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) has extended the application deadline to September 30, 2026, for its Broadband Satellite Resiliency Grant program, which allocates **$1 million** to support state and local governments, fire departments, and community organizations in western North Carolina. This grant facilitates the acquisition and installation of satellite internet equipment to enhance emergency communication resilience, prioritizing 39 counties impacted by Hurricane Helene. Procurement professionals and contractors specializing in satellite communications and emergency infrastructure should note this extended deadline to engage with this targeted funding opportunity.

- The grant focuses on improving broadband satellite resiliency for emergency communications in western North Carolina, emphasizing 39 counties including Alexander, Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, and Buncombe.
- Organizations serving public safety and community emergency response can apply to receive funding for satellite internet equipment acquisition and installation.
- Companies offering satellite communication hardware and installation services should consider this opportunity to support state and local government resilience initiatives.
- Questions regarding the grant can be directed to satellitegrant@nc.gov, facilitating direct engagement with NCDIT procurement officials.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Information Technology
**Topics:** Digital Infrastructure
**Published:** September 23, 2026

### Government Entities
- North Carolina Department of Information Technology (NCDIT)

### Sources
- [NCDIT Extends Deadline for $1M Broadband Satellite Resiliency Grant | ncbroadband.gov](https://www.ncbroadband.gov/news/press-releases/2026/09/23/ncdit-extends-deadline-1m-broadband-satellite-resiliency-grant) - NC