Ryan Collins

Dec 31, 2024 | prbplus.com | Ryan Collins

Sand Mountain Park & Amphitheater is a blueprint for community-centric designWhen Albertville, Ala. city leaders set out to redevelop Sand Mountain Park, they had a clear vision. First and foremost, the park would serve as a vital community asset by prioritizing residents’ daily needs and driving economic growth through sports and entertainment tourism. With this dual mission in mind, the leaders turned to the team at Dix.Hite + Partners to bring their dream to life.

Nov 19, 2024 | benton.org | Ryan Collins

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) was a crucial resource that made the internet more affordable for the 23 million households previously enrolled. ACP—which offered $30 per month for internet bills, $75 per month on Tribal lands, and a one-time discount for devices—was a safety net for eligible households, particularly those living in rural and underserved areas.

Aug 19, 2024 | digitalinclusion.org | Ryan Collins

Applying for federal grants can be a crucial step in securing funding for your projects or community initiatives. With the approaching Digital Equity Competitive Grant Program and the possible State Capacity sub-awards, you may be applying for multiple federal grants (or subgrants from federal grants) simultaneously. Navigating the application process for multiple grants can be challenging but rewarding.

Jul 11, 2024 | mauinews.com | Ryan Collins

By RYAN MITCHEL COLLINSManaging EditorKAHULUI – Last August, children that had been afflicted by the loss of a sibling or a parent attended Experience Camp. The camp offers programs for grieving kids, “to give them joy, silliness & coping skills for navigating grief.”The free four day camp this year will take on an entirely different meaning after the devastation the community has faced in the time since the camp took place last year.

May 28, 2024 | benton.org | Ryan Collins

The release of the State Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) on March 29th triggered the countdown for the Digital Equity Competitive Grant Program. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) mandates releasing the Competitive Grant NOFO within 30 days of the first Capacity award, so we expect it by late summer/early fall 2024. We will not know all the specifics until the NOFO is released.