Grants for Native Americans provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
Jennifer Easton Community Spirit Award Overview: The Jennifer Easton Community Spirit Award is given out by nomination only to practicing Native artists of any medium who have dedicated their lives…
Jim Bourque Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arctic Institute of North America (AINA) Amount: C $1,000 Last Updated: May 22, 2025 Summary The Jim Bourque Scholarship honors the legacy of Hon.…
John Malone Endowed Fund Grant Organization: Bethel Community Services Foundation (BCSF) Geographic Scope: Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta region of Alaska Fund Established: 2008 Purpose: To honor John Malone,…
Journey to Publication: Writing Fellowship for Indigenous Women of the Colorado River Basin Overview: Writing fellowship program launching April 22, 2026, supporting Indigenous women to develop and…
JSF Indigenous Peoples Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Theodore R And Vivian M Johnson Scholarship Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 06, 2026 Summary The JSF Indigenous Peoples Grant Program…
JSF Scholarships for Economically Disadvantaged Students Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Theodore R And Vivian M Johnson Scholarship Foundation Inc Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The JSF…
Judson L. Brown Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sealaska Heritage Institute Last Updated: May 16, 2025 Summary The Judson L. Brown Scholarship, established by Chris and Mary McNeil in 2006,…
Ka'ehu Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Ka'ehu Scholarship Fund, established by the Hawai'i Community Foundation,…
Ka'iulani Home For Girls Trust Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Ka'iulani Home For Girls Trust Scholarship supports…
Kalispel Charitable Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kalispel Tribe of Indians Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Kalispel Charitable Fund Grant, established by the Kalispel Tribe of…
Kalliopeia Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kalliopeia Foundation Last Updated: December 19, 2025 Summary The Kalliopeia Foundation Grant focuses on supporting projects that foster cultural…
Kamehameha Schools - Grant Award Funder: Kamehameha Schools Award Amount: $1,136,100 Geographic Scope: Hawaii Focus Areas: - Early learning programs - Teacher development and workforce - Early…
Kānaka Anti-Displacement Fund Status: Revived in March 2026 following devastating Kona storms Geographic Scope: Hawaiian Home Lands statewide, with initial focus on: - Anahola, Kauaʻi (cesspool…
Katharine Scallan Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Native Forward Scholars Fund Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary Overview Native Forward awards are allocated based on the financial aid…
Katrin Lamon Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Native Forward Scholars Fund Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary Overview Native Forward awards are allocated based on the financial aid…
Keepers of the Earth Fund (KOEF) Overview: An Indigenous Led Fund within Cultural Survival managed by Indigenous staff and designed to support Indigenous Peoples' community self-determined…
Kevin Tarrant Native/Indigenous Student Scholarship Overview: The Kevin Tarrant Native/Indigenous Student Scholarship is awarded in honor of Kevin Tarrant, a long-time community leader of AICH and…
Overview Background The Klamath River Basin is an ecosystem of national and regional significance. The U.S. Department of the Interior has designated it as a “Treasured Landscape” – a place that…
Klamath River Fund: Catalyst Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Humboldt Area Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary The Klamath River Fund: Catalyst Grants aim to…
Overview _Please note: After you submit your application, you may be contacted asking for additional information or documentation should it be deemed necessary._ Our Strategy & Values Thriving,…