The 2026 E-Rate funding year brings important updates that directly impact service providers and manufacturers. In our recent webinar, 2026 E-Rate Updates, we reviewed key program changes and shared insights to help vendors stay compliant and competitive in the evolving E-Rate landscape.
Topics covered include:
Updates to the E-Rate 2026 program, including the new five-year budget cycle
Manufacturer support eligibility changes and what they mean for vendors
New E-Rate ProfitWorks platform enhancements, including improved search and bid support tools
Emerging MIBS opportunities within the E-Rate program
Staying informed on these changes is critical for supporting applicants while reducing compliance risk and positioning your solutions effectively.
👉 Watch the full webinar recording: to get the full overview and practical guidance for the 2026 E-Rate cycle.
Planning for Funding Year 2026 requires a clear understanding of program changes, timelines, and strategic considerations. In this recorded webinar hosted by Integrity Network Solutions, Jim Kerr of E-Rate Profit Works shares practical insights to help organizations prepare for the upcoming E-Rate cycle.
The discussion covers key planning considerations for service providers supporting schools and libraries, with a focus on optimizing funding strategies and avoiding common pitfalls.
Jim Kerr shares practical insights to help service providers prepare for E-Rate Funding Year 2026 and optimize funding strategies.
This session is valuable for both those new to E-Rate and experienced participants looking to refine their approach.
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E Rate Planning for 2026 - What to Know
K–12 IT leaders are playing an increasingly strategic role in how schools design, scale, and secure their networks. In this expert discussion, technology leaders share how forward-thinking districts are modernizing connectivity to support today’s learning environments and future demands.
The conversation explores how wireless infrastructure, long-term planning, and informed use of funding programs like E-Rate are shaping network transformation across schools.
This expert conversation features insights from industry partners, including Carahsoft, Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions, and E-Rate Profit Works.
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Future-Ready: Reliable, Safe School Networks
When it comes to E-Rate, much of the conversation focuses on large districts and high-dollar funding opportunities. However, in a recent discussion with E-Rate experts Jim Kerr and Mia Kerr of E-Rate Profit Works, a different and often overlooked opportunity emerged.
Rather than concentrating solely on the largest applicants, this conversation highlights an untapped segment of the E-Rate market that many service providers and manufacturers overlook, despite its significant potential.
Your clients deserve to receive every dollar of E-Rate funding they are eligible for, but navigating the program effectively requires up-to-date knowledge and the right strategy.
In this webinar, Jim Kerr breaks down the latest E-Rate updates, common pitfalls, and practical strategies service providers and consultants can use to help clients maximize their funding outcomes.