Founded in 1980, First Nations began its national grantmaking program in 1993. Through mid-year 2024, we have successfully managed 3,473 grants totaling $85 million to Native American projects and organizations in 45 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. Territory American Samoa.
Our grantmaking program provides both financial and technical resources to tribes and Native nonprofit organizations to support asset-based development efforts.
Eligible applicants include:
There are also occasional individual support opportunities available through fellowships and scholarships.
Recent Grant, Scholarship & Fellowship Opportunities
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First Nations’ Young Natural Resource Professionals Cohort is a 12-month enrichment opportunity designed to support the knowledge and networks of 15 young natural resource professionals in the Northern Great Plains.
Apply by Sept. 27, 2024Founded in 1980, First Nations began its national grantmaking program in 1993. Through year-end 2023, we have successfully managed 3,385 grants totaling $79.9 million to Native American projects and organizations in 45 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. Territory American Samoa.
awarded to Native projects
in total grants awarded
States, D.C. & American Samoa in our grant scope so far
First Nations' online grants system allows applicants and grantees to access online reports & applications.
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