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A grant totaling more than $52 million will fund a large portion of 360 Broadband’s project to connect thousands of locations in Fannin County, Texas.

By: Brad Randall, Broadband Communities

More than $52.1 million has been awarded to 360 Broadband to help fund a project that will connect thousands of locations across Fannin County, Texas.

The money, awarded by the Texas Broadband Development Office’s Bringing Online Opportunities to Texas (BOOT) II Program, will go towards a $65 million project to bring high-speed fiber to 4,355 locations in the county. 

The project is part of 360 Broadband’s larger effort to provide access to 12,000 locations in Fannin County, located in North Texas along the border with Oklahoma.

The CEO of 360 Broadband, Kris McElroy, offered comments with the company’s Wednesday announcement.

“This funding marks a pivotal moment for Fannin County,” McElroy said. “Reliable, high-speed internet isn’t just a convenience—it’s necessary for education, business, healthcare, and overall quality of life.”

According to 360 Broadband, the BOOT II Program “aims to bridge the digital divide by funding projects that deliver reliable, high-speed broadband to underserved areas across Texas.”

“We’re honored to lead this effort and are committed to delivering world-class fiber connectivity to the heart of Texas,” McElroy added.

The program, administered from the Texas Comptroller’s office, aims to foster economic growth, and access to healthcare and education.

360 Broadband’s massive undertaking in Fannin County will also bring jobs to the local economy during both construction and operational phases, the ISP’s release stated.

According to the ISP, construction on the project will be completed by the end of 2026, if all goes according to plan.

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