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Moonshot

Our History

In 2018, Merit established the Michigan Moonshot program, an initiative focusing on the digital divide, seeking to expand broadband access to all citizens through data analysis and measurement, policy and funding and infrastructure expansion.

Our Work

Data Measurement & Analysis

  • Residential Surveys
  • Storytelling & Amplifying Local Voices
  • Policy & Advocacy
  • Longitudinal Data
  • Meta Analysis

Digital Opportunity & Empowerment

  • Consumer Literacy & Skilling
  • Community Empowerment
  • Rural Healthcare Program
  • E-Rate
  • Digital Opportunity & Enablement

Next Generation Infrastructure Services

  • Eduroam Expansion
  • Workforce Development
  • Professional Development
  • Public-private Partnerships
  • Merit Network Services portfolio
  • Infrastructure Professional Services

Michigan Moonshot

Community Engagement with a Statewide Impact

Connecting Communities, Expanding Opportunity

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Community Engagement with a Statewide Impact

Moonshot has mapped 60% of Michigan counties.
Membership information.

Map of which Michigan counties Moonshot has engaged with

Contact Merit

We’re Here to Help You Get Connected

Help us bring high-speed internet to every community in Michigan. When people have reliable broadband, students can learn more, businesses can grow, and families have better access to healthcare and information. Whether you are a policymaker, a community leader, or someone who cares about digital inclusion, your involvement matters.

Fill out this form to join our effort or to receive updates about our progress. Together, we can make sure every Michigander has the opportunity to connect and thrive in today’s digital world.

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