Grants for Native Americans

Last updated October 19, 2026

Grantable tracks 721 active grants for native americans in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 14 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 348 list an award amount, with a median of $13K.

Grants tracked: 721; from 330 funders
Median award: $13K; middle half $3,875–$100K
Total listed funding: $105.2M; across 348 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 21; 26 with a published date

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Forest County Potawatomi Grants Forest County Potawatomi Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Forest County Potawatomi Foundation aims to combat poverty and promote community development through grants to eligible 501(c)(3) organizations.	Not published	Varies
Cannabis Research and Innovation Funding Opportunity (RIFO) Department of Fish and Wildlife · State Not published · Varies CDFW seeks high quality grant proposals that facilitate environmental sustainability of legal cannabis cultivation and addresses environmental impacts related to cannabis cultivation.	Not published	Varies
AISES RISE Scholarship Grant American Indian Science and Engineering Society · Foundation Not published · $2K The AISES RISE Scholarship offers $2,000 annually to support Indigenous students pursuing careers in STEM, particularly in the casino gaming industry.	Not published	$2K
Maada’ookiing Grants Northland Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Maada’ookiing Grants provide up to $5,000 to support Native American-led community building initiatives. The program aims to strengthen culture and community among Native American peoples by fostering resilience and creative solutions.	Not published	Up to $5K
Cultural Awareness Grants Indian Land Tenure Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Revitalizing cultural and spiritual values related to Indian land strengthens Indian nations and people.	Not published	Varies
Indigenous Theater Maker Award The Dramatists Guild Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dramatists Guild Foundation is thrilled to announce the opening of submissions for the Indigenous Theater-maker Award, a prestigious grant of $20,000 dedicated to honoring and supporting the outstanding work and unwavering commitment…	Not published	Varies
Tribal Self-Governance Negotiation Grant FORECAST US Dept. of Health & Human Services: Indian Health Service · Foundation Not published · Up to $252K The Tribal Self-Governance Negotiation Program enables Tribes to negotiate with the Indian Health Service (IHS) to manage health care programs tailored to their communities' needs.	Not published	Up to $252K
California Truth and Healing Fund Grant Decolonizing Wealth Project · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The California Truth and Healing Fund, initiated by the Decolonizing Wealth Project, aims to promote healing and truth-telling for California Native American communities.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Green Space Grant Program - Outdoor Recreation Grants - Small Recreation Development Grant (RI) State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management - Natural Resources Bureau · State Not published · Up to $100K The Green Space Grant Program offers financial support for outdoor recreational development in Rhode Island.	Not published	Up to $100K
Aristocrat (Cokv Hecv) Honors Grant Muscogee (Creek) Nation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Aristocrat (Cokv Hecv) Honors Program is offering $5,000 scholarships for the 2026–27 academic year to Mvskoke scholars who demonstrate leadership, participation, and community service.	Not published	$5K
Community Health Aide Program: Tribal Assessment and Planning Grant FORECAST Indian Health Service · Foundation Not published · $250K – $500K The Community Health Aide Program: Tribal Assessment and Planning aims to assist Tribes and Tribal Organizations in assessing the feasibility of implementing a Community Health Aide Program tailored to their unique community needs.	Not published	$250K – $500K
Alaska Nursing Expansion Initiative - Department of Labor Grant Alaska Pacific University · Foundation Not published · $3.0M Award made to Alaska Pacific University to support the Alaska Nursing Expansion Initiative. APU offers the only fully accredited Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program in Alaska.	Not published	$3.0M
Earthwatch Traditional Ecological Knowledge Grant Earthwatch Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K – $80K The Earthwatch Traditional Ecological Knowledge Grant supports innovative research that integrates Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) with Western scientific processes.	Not published	$20K – $80K
Pacific Redwoods Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples Crisis Action Fund Grant Humboldt Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $7K Pacific Redwoods Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples Crisis Action Fund The Pacific Redwoods Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples Crisis Action Fund supports work being done to address the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples…	Not published	$5K – $7K
New York State Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP) - Agricultural Land Easements (ALE) Grant Natural Resources Conservation Service - New York · Foundation Not published · Varies The New York State Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP) offers financial assistance for Agricultural Land Easements (ALE) to protect vital croplands and grasslands.	Not published	Varies
Tree Planting Grants Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation · Foundation Not published · $350 – $850 Tree Planting Grants, formerly known as Arbor Day Grants, provide funding for communities to purchase and plant trees in celebration of Arbor Day.	Not published	$350 – $850
Dementia CAReS Grants for American Indian and Alaska Native Communities FORECAST US Dept. of Health & Human Services: Indian Health Service · Foundation Not published · $750K The Dementia CAReS Grants aim to enhance the lives of American Indian and Alaska Native communities affected by dementia.	Not published	$750K
Wilson-Hooper Veterinary Medicine Assistance Program Grant Native Forward Scholars Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Native Forward awards are allocated based on the financial aid information provided by the institution’s Financial Aid Office. Awards can vary, ranging from $100 to $30,000 per academic year.	Not published	Up to $5K
Indigenous Community Research Fund Grant American Philosophical Society · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K The Indigenous Community Research Fund, administered by the American Philosophical Society, supports researchers aiming to explore materials that enhance Indigenous community priorities.	Not published	$2K – $5K
Indigenous Voices Fund Grant Alaska Conservation Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Indigenous Voices Fund, managed by the Alaska Conservation Foundation, aims to elevate Indigenous voices in addressing critical conservation issues in Alaska.	Not published	Varies
Minnesota Indian Affairs Council Dakota and Ojibwe Language Revitalization Grant program Minnesota Indian Affairs Council · State Not published · Varies The Dakota and Ojibwe Language Revitalization Grant program, which funds revitalization of Minnesota’s first languages, is underwritten by an appropriation from the state’s Legacy Fund Amendment.	Not published	Varies
BIE Science Post Graduate Scholarship Fund Grant Native Forward Scholars Fund · Foundation Not published · $100 – $30K The BIE Science Post Graduate Scholarship Fund offers financial assistance to American Indian and Alaska Native students pursuing full-time degrees in STEM fields at accredited institutions.	Not published	$100 – $30K
Competitive Community Grant- Native American Advised Fund ( Fall Cycle) Santa Fe Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Native American Advised Fund, established in 1993 by the Santa Fe Community Foundation, supports Indigenous communities in New Mexico through grants recommended by an all-Native advisory committee.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Building for Equity: Native Cultural Facilities Grant 4Culture · Foundation Not published · Varies The Building for Equity: Native Cultural Facilities Grant, offered by 4Culture, supports initiatives aimed at preserving and promoting Native cultures through funding for land acquisition, renovations, and new constructions.	Not published	Varies

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About grants for native americans

Funding for Native American communities comes from a distinctive mix of federal agencies and Native-led foundations. Federal sources include the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) and its Social and Economic Development Strategies (SEDS) program, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the National Endowment for the Humanities, while Native-controlled grantmakers like First Nations Development Institute, the Native Arts and Cultures Foundation, and the Notah Begay III Foundation fund tribes, Native nonprofits, and community projects. National foundations such as the W.K. Kellogg Foundation also maintain dedicated support for Indigenous communities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for native americans award?

Of the 721 grants for native americans Grantable lists as of October 19, 2026, 348 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $13K, and the middle half fall between $3,875 and $100K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for native americans?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Muscogee (Creek) Nation (31), Native Forward Scholars Fund (29), Montana State University (25), Dept of Hawaiian Home Lands (20), and First Peoples Fund (17). In all, 330 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for native americans due?

Of 721 grants listed, 21 accept applications on a rolling basis, 26 have a published upcoming deadline, 103 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 571 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 46% fall in October–December.

What grants are available for Native American organizations?

Grants support a wide range of work, including tribal economic development, language and cultural preservation, Native youth programs, food sovereignty, health, and education. Federal programs like ANA's SEDS fund community-driven projects, while Native-led funders such as First Nations Development Institute provide both grants and technical assistance. Many awards are open to federally recognized tribes, Native nonprofits, and in some cases non-federally-recognized Native organizations.

Which foundations and agencies fund Native American causes?

Native-controlled grantmakers like First Nations Development Institute, the Native Arts and Cultures Foundation, and the Notah Begay III Foundation are leaders in the space, alongside national funders such as the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. On the federal side, the Administration for Native Americans, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the National Endowment for the Humanities all run programs open to tribes and Native nonprofits.

Do you have to be a federally recognized tribe to apply?

Not always. Many federal programs prioritize federally recognized tribes, but a number also accept incorporated non-federally-recognized tribes and other Native American nonprofit organizations. Foundation funders are often more flexible and commonly fund 501(c)(3) Native nonprofits, cultural centers, and community groups. Always check each program's eligibility rules before applying.

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