Grants for Native Americans

Last updated October 19, 2026

Grantable tracks 721 active grants for native americans in its free grants database, drawn from federal 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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Anderson Family Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Anderson Family Scholarship at Montana State University supports American Indian undergraduate students pursuing a degree in Agriculture.	Not published	Varies
Ecosystem Enhancement Program Grant Columbia Basin Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $750K This program aims to support Basin communities, including Indigenous Peoples, to steward and lead ecosystem enhancement and restoration projects that maintain and improve ecological health and resilience in a variety of ecosystems across…	Not published	Up to $750K
Community Development Block Grant Program for Indian Tribes and Alaska Native Villages Department of Housing and Urban Development · Federal Forecast · $500K – $2M The primary objectiveÂ of the Indian Community Development Block Grant (ICDBG) program is the development of viable Indian and Alaska Native communities, including the creation of decent housing, suitable living environments, and economic…	Forecast	$500K – $2M
Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship Foundation: Guardians of Sovereignty (Male) Scholarship Grant Muscogee (Creek) Nation · Foundation Not published · $500 The Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship Foundation offers the Guardians of Sovereignty (Male) Scholarship to support male veterans, their spouses, and lineal descendants in achieving educational goals.	Not published	$500
Tribal Solar Gap Grant Program Grid Alternatives · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Tribal Solar Gap Grant Program, initiated by GRID Alternatives, aims to empower tribal communities in the U.S. by promoting energy sovereignty through renewable solar projects.	Not published	Up to $250K
Northern New Mexico Health Grant Con Alma Health Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Northern New Mexico Health Grant, funded by Con Alma Health Foundation, aims to enhance healthcare access for underserved communities in New Mexico.	Not published	Up to $20K
Power of Ceremony and Healing Grant Potlatch Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies Native ceremony leaders and organizations supporting Native ceremony Na'ah Illahee Fund and Potlatch Fund have partnered to offer the Power of Ceremony and Healing Grant as a collective gift to Native communities.	Not published	Varies
Southwest Tribal Resilience Academy - Resilience Capacity Grant Enterprise Community Partners Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K Enterprise Community Partners is a national nonprofit that exists to make a good home possible for the millions of families without one. We support community development organizations on the ground.	Not published	$25K
Montana Indigenous Water Research Fellowship Program Grant Montana Water Center · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Montana Indigenous Water Research Fellowship Program provides financial support for indigenous students pursuing water-related studies.	Not published	Up to $10K
Jack Montoya Memorial Scholarship Humboldt Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A scholarship opportunity for Indigenous students administered through the Native Cultures Fund.	Not published	Varies
Edna Berg Fund for American Indian Nurses Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Edna Berg Fund for American Indian Nurses at Montana State University supports American Indian and Alaska Native students pursuing nursing degrees.	Not published	Varies
Conservation Challenge 0 - Groundwork For Collaboration Fund 2026 Biocomplexity Survival Alliance · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports critical early engagement work between Wise Ancestors and potential community partners, particularly Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLCs), during the initial exploration phase before full Conservation Challenge…	Not published	Varies
Anna K. Gower and Annabelle K. Gower Scholarship Fund Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: The Letters of Recommendation deadline is represented by the Letter of Inquiry deadline and the Application deadline is represented by the Full Proposal deadline._ We envision an equitable and vibrant Hawai‘i where all of our island…	Not published	Varies
Community Relations and Innovation (CRI) Fund Potlatch Fund · Foundation Not published · $397K The Community Relations and Innovation Fund was established to streamline Potlatch Fund's grant practices.	Not published	$397K
Katharine Scallan Scholarship Grant Native Forward Scholars Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies 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	Varies
Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) - Competitive Allocation National American Indian Housing Council · Foundation Not published · $100M – $755M A federal grant program providing funding to tribal housing programs for housing development, maintenance, and improvement. In FY18, Congress allocated an additional $100 million specifically for competitive allocation.	Not published	$100M – $755M
Native American Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of Mendocino County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Native American Scholarship Fund, established by the Community Foundation of Mendocino County, provides vital financial support to high school and college students of Native American descent pursuing higher education.	Not published	Varies
Native American Artist-in-Residence Program Grant Minnesota Historical Society · Foundation Not published · $30K The Native American Artist-in-Residence Program, hosted by the Minnesota Historical Society, aims to support Native American artists in preserving traditional arts.	Not published	$30K
Northwest Coast Art & Museum Studies Scholarship Grant Sealaska Heritage Institute · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Northwest Coast Art & Museum Studies Scholarship, administered by Sealaska Heritage Institute, supports full-time students pursuing degrees in Northwest Coast Art at UAS or IAIA, or Museum studies at any U.S. college.	Not published	Up to $5K
Washington State Department of Commerce Lending Agency Grant Fourth Plain Forward · Foundation Not published · $1.4M Fourth Plain Forward was awarded this grant to establish a new lending agency aimed at empowering Black, Latine, and Tribal communities by expanding their access to capital.	Not published	$1.4M
Tribal Nature-Based Solutions Climate Bond 2026 Solicitation Grant CA Natural Resources Agency · Foundation Not published · Up to $92M The Tribal Nature-Based Solutions Climate Bond 2026 Solicitation aims to support California Native American tribes by funding the return of ancestral lands, habitat restoration projects, and enhancing wildfire resiliency.	Not published	Up to $92M
Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship Foundation: Post Graduate Scholarship Grant Muscogee (Creek) Nation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship Foundation offers a Post Graduate Scholarship aimed at promoting self-sufficiency and community participation among its enrolled citizens.	Not published	$1K
Community Identity and Heritage Grant Minnesota Humanities Center · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The Community Identity and Heritage Grant, administered by the Minnesota Humanities Center, allocates $6,299,000 to support projects that celebrate and teach the diverse cultures of Minnesota.	Not published	Up to $300K
Yéigo Action Grant First Peoples Fund · Foundation Not published · $100 – $3K The Yéigo Action Grant, provided by the First Peoples Fund, offers financial support ranging from $100 to $2,500 for Native artists and culture bearers facing hardships that affect their creative practices.	Not published	$100 – $3K

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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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