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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EDSA Diversity Scholarships Grant Landscape Architecture Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The EDSA Diversity Scholarships support underrepresented students, including African American, Hispanic, and Native American individuals, pursuing landscape architecture education.	Not published	$5K
Recreation – Collaborative Capacity Program for Forests and Communities   National Forest Foundation · State Not published · $2M – $5M Invests in collaborative activities that support wildfire resilience, recreation opportunities, land & watershed restoration, and rural economies.	Not published	$2M – $5M
AISES Stellantis Scholarship Grant American Indian Science and Engineering Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The AISES Stellantis Scholarship aims to enhance the representation of Indigenous peoples in STEM fields.	Not published	Up to $20K
NSCDA National American Indian Medical Scholarship Award Program Grant The National Society of the Colonial · Foundation Not published · $2K The NSCDA National American Indian Medical Scholarship Award Program provides scholarships to students of American Indian descent, originally focusing on women in nursing.	Not published	$2K
Grant for Community Capacity Building (Statewide) Dept of Hawaiian Home Lands · State Not published · Varies Grant funding to nonprofit organizations that demonstrate a purpose to benefit native Hawaiians.	Not published	Varies
Green Space Grant Program - Outdoor Recreation Grants - Large Recreation Development Grant (RI) State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management - Natural Resources Bureau · State Not published · Up to $400K The Green Space Grant Program offers funding for outdoor recreation projects, land conservation, and development of recreational facilities in Rhode Island.	Not published	Up to $400K
Indigenous Energy Support Program (IESP) Grant Independent Electricity System Operator · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Indigenous Energy Support Program (IESP) aims to enhance the capacity of First Nation and Métis communities to engage in energy projects.	Not published	Up to $500K
Native American Artist Fellowships: Ron and Susan Dubin Native Artist Fellowship Grant School for Advanced Research (SAR) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ron and Susan Dubin Native Artist Fellowship, part of the Indian Arts Research Center, provides support for Native American artists through a three-month residency.	Not published	Varies
AISES Indigenous Peoples Education Fund (IPEF) Scholarship Grant American Indian Science and Engineering Society · Foundation Not published · $5K The AISES Indigenous Peoples Education Fund (IPEF) Scholarship offers $5,000 to support Indigenous students pursuing degrees in STEM fields.	Not published	$5K
Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship Foundation: Cameron Jeffrey Osborn Scholarship Grant Muscogee (Creek) Nation · Foundation Not published · $500 The Cameron Jeffrey Osborn Scholarship, administered by the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship Foundation, aims to support enrolled Muscogee (Creek) Nation students who face financial barriers to higher education.	Not published	$500
Collective Abundance Fund Grant The Bush Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $50K The Collective Abundance Fund, supported by the Bush Foundation, aims to empower Indigenous Peoples in Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota by providing wealth-building resources.	Not published	$25K – $50K
Dennis Washington Leadership Graduate Scholarship Grant Dennis & Phyllis Washington Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $120K The Dennis Washington Leadership Graduate Scholarship, funded by the Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation, aims to support exceptional Montana high school graduates pursuing graduate education.	Not published	Up to $120K
Green Space Grant Program - Outdoor Recreation Grants - Recreation Acquisition Grant (RI) State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management - Natural Resources Bureau · State Not published · Up to $400K The Green Space Grant Program in Rhode Island offers matching funds for the acquisition and development of outdoor recreational lands and facilities.	Not published	Up to $400K
Marjorie A. Rifenburg Scholarship Grant Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K Easily learn more about the Marjorie A. The next deadline for this grant is Mon, 15 Mar 2027.	Not published	Up to $4K
Alaska Contemporary Art Bank National Assembly of State Arts Agencies Inc · Foundation Ongoing · Varies Invest in Alaska's creative industry and facilitate public access to notable contemporary works	Ongoing	Varies
Navajo Nation Chapter - Community Contributions Grant Freeport McMoran Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Navajo Nation Chapter - Community Contributions Grant provides funding to support local tribal events and programs that focus on education, health, cultural preservation, and economic development.	Not published	Up to $5K
AISES Sports and Technology Scholarship Grant American Indian Science and Engineering Society · Foundation Not published · $3K The AISES Sports and Technology Scholarship aims to empower Indigenous students pursuing degrees in STEM fields.	Not published	$3K
Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Grant Program Department of Toxic Substances Control · State Not published · Varies The Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Grant Program purpose is to help facilitate assessing and cleaning up contaminated sites by granting funds to nonprofits, tribal entitles, and local governments.	Not published	Varies
Native Agriculture & Food Systems Scholarship Grant First Nations Development Institute · Foundation Not published · $1K – $2K The Native Agriculture & Food Systems Scholarship, offered by the First Nations Development Institute, aims to empower Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian students pursuing careers in agriculture and food systems.	Not published	$1K – $2K
Advancing 30×30 in Coastal Waters Grant California Ocean Protection Council · Foundation Not published · $100K – $2M The California Ocean Protection Council is offering $10 million to advance 30×30 initiatives in coastal waters.	Not published	$100K – $2M
Tribal Multifamily Finance Super NOFA Grant California Department of Housing and Community Development · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tribal Multifamily Finance Super NOFA provides approximately $50 million in funding aimed at enhancing the living conditions of Indian communities.	Not published	Varies
Thiru Family Trust Momemtum Maker Grant Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona · Foundation Not published · $100K The Thiru Family Trust Momentum Maker Grant aims to foster innovative solutions for maternal mental health in Arizona, addressing significant health disparities.	Not published	$100K
ASCA: Cultural Collaborations Project Grants Alaska State Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $6K The Alaska State Council on the Arts offers Cultural Collaborations Project Grants, providing matching awards of up to $6,000 to support high-quality arts and cultural programs for youth in Alaska.	Not published	Up to $6K
Indian Health Grant Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Indian Health Grant Program aims to provide essential clinical health services, including preventive, medical, dental, and mental health care, to American Indian individuals residing off reservations.	Not published	Up to $100K

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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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