; (ii) conform those bylaws to other applicable rules issued by the Assistant Secretary; or (iii) otherwise further the purposes of this section. (8) Compensation (A) In general No member of the Board shall receive compensation for serving as a member of the Board. (B) Reimbursement of certain expenses In accordance with the bylaws of the Foundation, members of the Board may be reimbursed for travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, and other necessary expenses incurred in carrying out the duties of the Board. (e) Activities (1) Studies, competitions, and projects The Foundation may conduct and support studies, competitions, projects, and other activities that further the mission of the Foundation described in subsection (c)(1). (2) Grants (A) In general The Foundation may award grants for activities relating to digital equity, digital inclusion, or digital literacy. (B) Selection In selecting a recipient for a grant awarded under subparagraph (A), the Foundation— (i) shall make the selection based on the comparative merits of— (I) the proposed project of the potential recipient; (II) the impact of the project described in subclause (I) on promoting digital equity in local communities; and (III) the alignment of the project described in subclause (I) with— (aa) the overall goals of the Foundation relating to diversity on the basis of geography; (bb) the type of need addressed by the project; and (cc) other factors specified in the strategic plan and grant guidelines of the Foundation; and (ii) may consult with a potential recipient regarding the ability of the potential recipient to carry out various projects that would further the mission of the Foundation described in subsection (c)(1). (3) Accessing facilities and expertise The Foundation may work with the Secretary and the Commission— (A) to leverage the capabilities and facilities of the Department and the Commission