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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Graduate Education Indigenous Scholarships: Aurora Indigenous Education Scholarship Grant American Australian Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Graduate Education Indigenous Scholarships, including the Aurora Indigenous Education Scholarship, support Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islanders to pursue full-time graduate studies in the US.	Not published	Up to $40K
Tribal Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (Tribal HHAP) Grants Program California Department of Housing and Community Development · Foundation Not published · Varies The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) is pleased to announce the availability of approximately $28.5 million in Tribal Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (Tribal HHAP) grant funding.	Not published	Varies
Four Directions Scholarship Fund for Native Students Grant Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Four Directions Scholarship Fund for Native Students, created by Penny Gill, aims to support Ojibwe students through higher education.	Not published	Up to $10K
Bush Prize: Native Nations Grant The Bush Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Bush Prize: Native Nations honors Native-led organizations committed to innovative solutions in their communities. Grants can reach up to $500,000, covering 25% of the organization’s previous fiscal year expenses.	Not published	Up to $250K
Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) - 'Ohana and Community Based Program Grant: O'ahu Institute for Native Pacific Education and Culture · Foundation Not published · $134K To support the Native Hawaiian community through reinforcement and strengthening of 'ohana (family), mo'omeheu (culture), and 'āina (land and water).	Not published	$134K
Netflix Producers Program Illuminative Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K A year-long training program designed to support Native producers in advancing their careers in the entertainment industry. Creating pathways for Native writers, directors, and producers by providing resources and opportunities to succeed.	Not published	$25K
Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship Foundation: Freshman Scholarship Grant Muscogee (Creek) Nation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship Foundation offers a Freshman Scholarship of $1,000 to enrolled citizens of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation.	Not published	$1K
Liz Colantuono & Mark Sanz Endowment Scholarship Grant United Negro College Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Liz Colantuono & Mark Sanz Endowment Scholarship, offered by the United Negro College Fund, provides need-based financial support to Native American students and adult refugees enrolled or accepted at accredited U.S. four-year…	Not published	Up to $4K
Samuel N. & Mary Castle Foundation - Early Learning Program Grant Institute for Native Pacific Education and Culture · Foundation Not published · $50K Committed to improving the lives of Hawaii's children and families by improving early education. To strengthen and enhance early learning programs to ensure continued academic growth and development for young children (keiki).	Not published	$50K
Graduate Education Indigenous Scholarships: US-Indo-Pacific Policy Fellowship Grant American Australian Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Graduate Education Indigenous Scholarships promote cultural exchange by supporting Native American, Alaskan Native, Native Hawaiian, Aboriginal Australian, and Torres Strait Islander individuals in pursuing graduate studies in each…	Not published	Up to $40K
Fellowship Opportunities for Young Alaska Natives in Healthcare First Alaskans Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Alice Willman Cassidy Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Alice Willman Cassidy Scholarship, offered by Montana State University, supports American Indian and Alaska Native students pursuing nursing degrees.	Not published	Varies
Coachella Valley Open Space Acquisition Program Grant California Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy · Foundation Not published · Varies The Coachella Valley Open Space Acquisition Program aims to protect wildlife and cultural resources while enhancing recreational and educational opportunities.	Not published	Varies
Housing Preservation Program (HPP) Commerce Multifamily Housing Funding · State Not published · Varies Makes funds available for major building improvements, preservation renovations or upgrades, and system replacements necessary for existing Commerce-funded multifamily rental projects.	Not published	Varies
Thriving Women Grant Program Seventh Generation Fund for Indigenous Peoples Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to US $50,000 Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Self-Determination Founded in 1977, Seventh Generation Fund for Indigenous Peoples emerged from Indigenous communities during the cultural, social, and political renaissance era of the ’60s and ’70s.	Not published	Up to US $50,000
EarthRights Alumni Small Grants Program Earthrights International Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide alumni of EarthRights Mekong training programs with financial support for the implementation of community-led initiatives to protect the environment and human rights.	Not published	Varies
Native American Collections Fellowship Smithsonian Institution · Foundation Not published · Varies The Native American Collections Research Fellowship supports emerging and mid-career Native community-focused researchers to pursue independent research projects that utilize the NMAI collections.	Not published	Varies
Tribal Grant (Tribal Economic Diversity Fund) Regional Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Tribal Economic Diversity Fund supports business enterprises owned and controlled by tribal members in the RDC service area.	Not published	$1K – $10K
ASPCA Northern Tier Shelter Initiative Grants The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals · Foundation Not published · Varies The ASPCA Northern Tier Shelter Initiative Grants support shelters, veterinary clinics, and Indigenous communities in select U.S. states. This program provides funding, training, and consultations to enhance the welfare of cats and dogs.	Not published	Varies
Crow Native American Student Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Crow Native American Student Scholarship at Montana State University supports enrolled members of the Crow Tribe pursuing their degrees.	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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