Through funding support from Aureon and the economic development expertise of Iowa Area Development Group, Ripple Effect guides projects and initiatives in communities served by independent broadband companies.
The Ripple Effect Program assists with:
Additionally, the Aureon Charity Grant program provides flexible funding for charitable projects and causes.
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*Only those communities served by Aureon participating broadband companies are eligible for the Ripple Effect Program and direct grant funding.
Iowa broadband companies strengthen rural communities by providing the fastest and most reliable services available. Through the Ripple Effect program, they can also provide planning grants and strategic guidance to cities, non-profit organizations, and other local partners to help communities initiate development projects.
Additionally, whether it’s through sponsoring USDA loan and grant programs, offering strategic guidance, or direct loan assistance, Ripple Effect can help community-based broadband companies support their local businesses. See examples below in the Ripple Effect Reports:
Aureon also invites public and private non-profit agencies to submit proposals for consideration in assisting with charity drives and funding of specific tangible items.
The Charity Grant Program has provided financial aid to various public and private nonprofit agencies for community-based projects since 1994. Over $1.5 million has been donated from the program. Most of these dollars have been matched by participating broadband companies.
Contact Ethan Pitt, Ripple Effect Program Director (epitt@iadg.com), and discover how Ripple Effect and the Aureon Charity Grant program can assist your community.
There are many other ways that Iowa Area Development Group can assist with your community’s goals. Partner with IADG to access additional resources and opportunities to help jumpstart local projects by providing grant and loan funding support, or project planning and guidance.
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*Only those communities served by Aureon participating broadband companies are eligible for the Ripple Effect Program and direct grant funding.
epitt@iadg.com | Iowa Area Development Group
2600 Grand Avenue, Suite 430
Des Moines, IA 50312
