Shallotte, NC – FOCUS Broadband recently awarded the Town of Leland with a $10,000 Connect Grant to assist with installing enhanced Wi-Fi and security at Founders Park. These enhancements will have a tremendous impact for park visitors by increasing opportunities for community engagement and economic development, as well as providing free broadband access for residents in the Town of Leland and surrounding municipalities.

Since 2018, FOCUS Broadband has awarded Connect Grants to aid in costs associated with the delivery and utilization of FOCUS Broadband services used by local organizations who provide technology and economic initiatives which require connectivity. The grant program is a key element of FOCUS Broadband’s vision to improve internet access and increase the use of technology in areas served by the company.

Representatives from the Town of Leland applied for the grant as part of the Founders Park Improvement Project. The project will bring new amenities to the park, including an amphitheater, splashpad, a Veterans Memorial and an updated playground. With the grant funding, the Town of Leland plans to expand Wi-Fi access throughout the park, offering internet access to visitors and vendors who may attend local events and need internet access for commercial sales. The grant will also help in installing security cameras at Founders Park.

“We are excited to be awarded this grant,” said Town of Leland Mayor Brenda Bozeman, “We’ve had a great partnership with FOCUS Broadband for many years, and being able to provide enhanced internet access and security at the park presents a multitude of opportunities for Leland residents and visitors.”

“We are proud to award this grant to the Town of Leland,” stated Keith Holden, FOCUS Broadband CEO. “This project showcases what our grant program aims to accomplish, and we look forward to seeing the impacts it will have on residents in Brunswick County.”

FOCUS Broadband has allocated $25,000 annually to the Connect Grants program. To learn more about FOCUS Broadband’s Connect Grant Program, visit focusbroadband.com/connect-grants.