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Broadband has revolutionized business, government, education, work, and lifestyles. Without robust broadband access and fully technologically literate populations, rural communities will be unable to take advantage of the extraordinary benefits that ultra high-speed, next-generation Internet can provide. Since 2003, the Blandin Community Broadband Program has engaged at local, state and federal levels to ignite and sustain policies that support rural access to robust broadband. Guiding this work is a strategy board of public and private leaders to guide the initiative, and a vision: Everyone in Minnesota will be able to use convenient, affordable world-class broadband networks that enable us to survive and thrive in our communities and across the globe. Scroll down for information about our broadband community cohorts and available grants. Learn More About Broadband Research and reports, past broadband conference materials, tools you can use and success stories. Learn About Broadband Broadband Discussion Series Links to upcoming Broadband Lunch Bunch discussion sessions and archived sessions where MN and national broadband leaders share insights and tips to transform communities. Blandin Broadband Communities Program Intensive, two-year partnerships with Blandin Foundation to advance local broadband initiatives. Robust Network Feasibility Fund Grants Matching grants to support research on the feasibility of geographically based broadband networks. Community Broadband Resources Program Technical assistance and general support as your community explores its next steps in high-speed internet services. Arrowhead Intelligent Region A partnership to deliver on a broadband-fueled economy in NE Minnesota From the Blandin on Broadband Blog Comparing Duluth’s market-based broadband solution to Superior’s Municipal open access model Apr 20 Duluth News Tribune reports… Superior is considering a $31 million investment in a fiber optic network, while Duluth is prepared to put $1 million on the table as the city weighs its options. Duluth News Tribune goes on to compare … Continue reading → National Urban League’s Approach to Digital Equity Apr 19 On March 31, the National Urban League released the Lewis Latimer Plan for Digital Equity and Inclusion, a collaborative work aimed at addressing the digital divide. The Benton Institute has kindly provided a summary of the report… The need for policymakers … Continue reading → Visit the Blandin on Broadband Blog Sign Up for E-News Subscribe to our periodic newsletter for updates and opportunities about vibrant rural Minnesota. Sign Up Contact Us Your feedback strengthens our broadband programs. Contact us to share your thoughts. You may also subscribe to our mailing list , or contact the following Broadband team members. Bernadine Joselyn Director of Public Policy and Engagement info@blandinfoundation.org Direct: 218-327-8728 Mary Magnuson Program Assistant - Public Policy & Engagement info@blandinfoundation.org Direct: 218-327-8738 Spot Us Rural communities and organizations with broadband access thrive and grow. 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