The National Council on Aging (NCOA), in partnership with AT&T, has released a request for proposals for participation in a national digital literacy initiative for older adults.

Eligible organizations include senior centers, nonprofit community-based organizations, and local governmental agencies. Selected organizations will receive funding, training, digital curriculum resources, ongoing technical assistance, and peer-learning opportunities to provide hands-on workshops and individualized support that help older adults build practical digital skills, confidence, and access while strengthening local organizations’ capacity to provide meaningful technology education.

The grant period for this opportunity will be January 4, 2027 – September 10, 2027. Awards will be provided in two tiers:

• Tier 1: 45 expected awards, minimum 150 unduplicated participants, $9,800 award amount
• Tier 2: 30 expected awards, minimum 50 unduplicated participants, $3,800 award amount

NCOA will hold an informational webinar to provide additional guidance about the funding opportunity and answer questions from potential applicants on Tuesday, October 27 at 2:00 p.m.

Applications are due on Tuesday, November 10, at 11:59 p.m.