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California Library Connect
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California Library Connect enables libraries and other institutions to access the California Research and Education Network (CalREN)—a high-capacity, 8,000-mile fiber-optic network.
⚡ October Library Broadband News Flash is live!
✔️ FCC changes to E-Rate Wi-Fi hotspot funding
✔️ CPUC offers up to $30/mo broadband subsidies
✔️ E-Rate deadlines due Oct. 28
Stay informed ➡️ drive.google.com/file/d/1EzGa...

#ERate #CALibraries #DigitalEquity
October 8, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Join us at the Riverside Convention Center for an inspiring conference. Stop by Table #604 at the exhibit hall to meet the team, learn more about our services, and explore how we can support your work.

To register for the conference, visit:
www.cla-conference.org
October 6, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Join us on Oct. 8th!
In this session, we will comprehensively review not only E-Rate program requirements, but also how they interact with California state bidding requirements.
👉 icoe.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

#erate #CLC #broadband #CALibraries
September 29, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Don’t miss our upcoming webinar!
Perfect for school IT or fiscal teams.
We will review the various services that are eligible for E-Rate funding.
Click on the link to register!
👉http://tiny.cc/ge7t001
September 29, 2025 at 6:38 PM
📢 The latest E-Rate Broadband News Flash is here!
✅ Get clarity on the latest broadband updates
✅ Understand funding impacts
✅ Stay ahead on compliance

🔗 Click below to read more:
lnkd.in/gWVmk6A4

#ERate #Libraries #Broadband #Funding #Connectivity #CLC
September 12, 2025 at 7:27 PM
We’ll be at the CLA Conference at the Riverside Convention Center!
📍 Find us at Table #604 in the exhibit hall.
Come meet the team & learn more about our services.

Register here: cla-conference.org

#CLAConference #RiversideCA #Libraries #Networking
September 10, 2025 at 7:24 PM
📅 Sept 19 | 11 AM–12 PM
Join C2TAG & Altadena Public Library for a Disaster Recovery webinar. Hear their wildfire recovery story & how CENIC helped. Q&A included!

🔗 Register: tiny.cc/fwjr001

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#DisasterRecovery #Libraries #C2TAG #CENIC
August 22, 2025 at 6:44 PM
🚨 Don’t miss this webinar!
Perfect for school IT or fiscal teams — we’ll share tips to help you get your E-Rate dollars back faster!
Register today: icoe.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
August 18, 2025 at 4:36 PM
🚨 Our new E-Rate Broadband News Flash is out!
Get the latest updates, resources, and insights for your E-Rate journey.
📖 Read now: drive.google.com/file/d/1sF6X...
August 14, 2025 at 4:16 PM
🚨 Deadline Alert! CCC Grant apps close July 31, 2025.

📚 CA public libraries can get up to $750K for broadband upgrades. Don’t miss this huge chance to boost your digital infrastructure!

👉 Apply now: californialibraryconnect.org/grants
July 16, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Mark your calendars...
Join Us for Office Hours!
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
00 AM – 11:00 AM

Let’s talk grants, funding, and support!
Register in advance for this webinar.

Click on the link below:
icoe.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
July 9, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Join Us for Office Hours!
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Whether you're applying for funding or just want your questions answered — this is your chance to connect with the experts.

Register in advance for this webinar! icoe.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
July 2, 2025 at 4:52 PM
We’re excited to share our latest publication with you! Inside, you’ll find information about our activities, upcoming events, and all the usual updates.

Enjoy exploring by clicking this link!
drive.google.com/file/d/1rwIw...
June 25, 2025 at 4:24 PM
📢 Attention CA Libraries!
The CCC Grant Application is OPEN! 🚀
Apply for up to $750,000 to boost your broadband!

🗓️ Deadline: July 31, 2025
🔗 Apply now: californialibraryconnect.org/grants
#Broadband #CaliforniaLibraries #LibraryFunding #CLC
June 23, 2025 at 4:02 PM
📢 The CCC Grant Application is currently OPEN!
Let your library know: Apply now and enhance your connectivity!

🔗 To learn more visit: californialibraryconnect.org/grants
📅 Don't miss out on this opportunity; applications close on July 31, 2025.
June 18, 2025 at 6:59 PM
🚨 Library folks! Join us June 17 @ 10AM for Library Connect Office Hours
📌 Topics:
📄 Year 12 RFP
💰 CCC Grant
❓ Live Q&A

🔗 icoe.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
June 9, 2025 at 6:30 PM
🚨 Exciting news! The CCC Grant Application is now OPEN! 🎉
As of June 1, 2025, California public libraries can apply for up to $750,000 to enhance their broadband infrastructure. 🚀 #CCCGrant #CalREN #CaliforniaLibraryConnect
👉 icoe.grantplatform.com 👈
June 2, 2025 at 3:40 PM
🚨 Missed yesterday’s #CLC Office Hours webinar?
Catch the recording here ⬇️

📺 californialibraryconnect.org/clc-office-h...

📚 The #CLCGrant offers $750K to boost broadband in CA libraries!

✅ Apply: June 1–July 31
🔗 californialibraryconnect.org/grants

#LibraryGrants #DigitalEquity #CalREN #CLC
May 29, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Join us for our next virtual Office Hours session to discuss the new grant funding opportunity under the California Collaborative Connectivity (CCC) Grant.
May 22, 2025 at 10:27 PM
📅 Mark your calendar!
Join @CA_LibraryConnect Office Hours on May 28, 10–11 AM PT to learn about the new CCC Grant & how your library can benefit.

💡 Topics: Eligibility, funding, special considerations & more.
🔗 Register: icoe.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
May 21, 2025 at 6:28 PM
🚨 CA Libraries: $750K in new grant funds launching June 2025!
The CCC Grant offers
💻 Up to $100K for broadband
📡 $50K for network upgrades
📔$10 K for technical training

🌐 Priority: hardship-impacted & rural
📆 Complete by 6/30/26
🔗 Guidelines californialibraryconnect.org/grants
May 20, 2025 at 4:08 PM
📣 Attention all California Public Libraries and friends: We are delighted to share that the upcoming California Collaborative Connectivity (CCC) grant will soon open for applications—offering additional funds to expand your digital impact. This is just the beginning!
May 19, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Something new is coming to California libraries. 🔍 It’s all about connectivity. Stay tuned-you won't want to miss what's coming!
May 15, 2025 at 6:06 PM
At CLC, we are excited to share our first quarterly program update. This edition includes details about our activities, upcoming events, and useful information.

Enjoy our Program Update by clicking the link below.

drive.google.com/file/d/1lCp1...
January 29, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Join us next month for our upcoming Office Hours to learn more about:
- Year 11 RFP Results
- Contract Amendments
- Wildfire Updates
- CTF Portal Registration, Q&A

When: Wednesday, February 13, 2025 at 10 am via Zoom.

Click on the link below to register:

icoe.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
January 22, 2025 at 11:49 PM