Grant Opportunity: Helping Older Adults Build Technology Skills and Confidence
The National Council on Aging and AT&T are offering a new funding opportunity for senior centers and community-based organizations serving older adults. The initiative will help organizations expand digital literacy programs so older adults can build the skills and confidence to use technology, stay connected, find information online, use mobile devices, and stay safe from online scams.
About the Digital Literacy Initiative
The National Council on Aging, with support from AT&T, invites senior centers, nonprofit community-based organizations, and local governmental agencies that serve older adults to apply for funding to introduce or expand digital literacy programs in their communities.
Senior centers and other community organizations are essential community assets that create opportunities for older adults to stay active, connected, and engaged. As part of AT&T’s initiative to bridge the digital divide, NCOA and AT&T will support 75 organizations nationwide in expanding technology education and support that helps older adults build the skills and confidence to navigate today's digital world.
Participating organizations will deliver hands-on workshops and individualized support on topics such as internet use, email, mobile devices, computer skills, videoconferencing, online safety, and other essential digital tools. In addition to funding, selected organizations will receive curriculum materials, facilitator training, implementation of resources, and ongoing technical assistance to support successful program delivery.
Digital Literacy Grant at a Glance
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Number of awards |
75 |
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Funding levels |
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Grant Period |
January 4 – September 10, 2027 |
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Eligible applicants |
Senior centers, nonprofit organizations, and local governmental agencies that serve older adults |
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Target population |
Adults age 60 and older |
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National goal |
8,250 older adults served |
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Application opens |
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 9 a.m. ET (Apply here) |
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Application deadline |
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 11:59 p.m. ET |
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Informational Webinar |
October 27, 2026, at 2 p.m. ET (Register here) |
| Full RFP Details | Download the full Request for Proposals (RFP) and a copy of the application form, which includes scoring criteria. |
How does our organization apply?
Applications open October 20, 2026. Organizations interested in applying can access and submit the application through NCOA’s online application portal beginning that day. PDF proposals will not be accepted.
- Application portal opens: October 20, 2026, at 9 a.m. ET
- Application deadline: November 10, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET
- Full funding opportunity information: Download the Request for Proposals (RFP)
- Online Application Portal
- Application Form (copy)
Informational webinar
NCOA will host an informational webinar to provide additional guidance about the funding opportunity and answer questions from potential applicants.
| Webinar Registration Details |
| October 27, 2026, at 2 p.m. ET |
| Register Today |
| A recording will be posted to the NCOA website following the webinar. |
Questions?
If you have questions, contact NCOA Digital Literacy Team at digital.literacy@ncoa.org.
