Grant for Technology Opportunities Program - Capacity Funding

The Grant for Technology Opportunities Program - Capacity Funding aims to enhance digital equity in Austin by providing matching funds to local organizations. This initiative supports projects that increase access to technology, improve digital skills, and expand internet usage among citizens. To be eligible, applicants must be tax-exempt organizations in Austin, comply with City purchasing requirements, and demonstrate alignment with program goals. This grant fosters a community where everyone can participate fully in the digital society.

NOTE: Here are the pages for Core Funding and Mini Funding.
To provide matching grant funds to Austin organizations for projects that create digital opportunities and promote digital equity in innovative ways.
Goals
Increase use of digital and communications technology devicesIncrease knowledge and skills of digital and communications technologyIncrease access to and usage of the internet

Eligibility

Applicant must be an incorporated, tax-exempt organization in Austin or its Extra Territorial Jurisdiction Applicant must have the ability to comply with City purchasing requirements to ensure eligibility for receipt of fundsApplications must demonstrate alignment with the goals of GTOPs CapacityApplicant must not have already received GTOPs Capacity funds in the current fiscal year (October 1 – September 30)Only one application per organization will be funded per City fiscal yearFunds are only available to organizations with organizational revenues under $1,500,000 per year