E-Rate is a federal discount program available to accredited public libraries that pays up to 90% of broadband costs, but we at TSLAC know the process to complete an application like this can be daunting. TSLAC is continuing its support of libraries this year in applying for E-Rate. The project, called Libraries Connecting Texas (LCT), provides FREE, one-on-one support from a professional consulting firm, E-Rate Central, to guide participating libraries successfully through the 2023 E-Rate Funding Year. 

The Application Window for 2023 closes on March 28 (with the first form due end of February), so act now! If you’re interested in participating this year, please contact Henry Stokes at LD@tsl.texas.gov as soon as possible.

Since the program began in 2018, LCT libraries receiving this support have seen their Internet speed (bandwidth) increase significantly, all while making the cost more affordable.

Check out these testimonial videos from two grateful LCT librarians:

Please contact Henry Stokes at LD@tsl.texas.gov as soon as possible if you’re new to E-rate and would like to participate in our free consulting program this year.