Connect America Fund (CAF)

The Connect America Fund (CAF) is a U.S. government program that provides financial support to telecommunications companies to expand broadband internet access, especially in rural or underserved areas. Its goal is to ensure more Americans can access reliable and high-speed internet, which is essential for education, healthcare, business, and everyday communication. By subsidizing the cost of infrastructure development, CAF helps bridge the digital divide, making connectivity more available and affordable for communities that might otherwise be overlooked due to economic or geographic challenges.