Awarded Grants

The ultimate purpose of this project is to increase capacity at Organized Village of Kake to participate in USFS grant programs like BIL and IRA by 1) leveraging existing relationships with grant consultants and project collaborators who will 2) create trainings and mentorship for our tribal staff as they plan projects, apply for funding, and manage their grants, allowing us to 3) retain our employees longer and expand our Natural Resource projects.

The Community Navigator Capacity Support Grant will help the Burns Paiute Tribe manage Tribal rangelands by funding a Rangeland Ecologist and grant-writing services. This role is vital for sustainable land stewardship, ecosystem health, and climate resilience. Funding will support staff time, travel, supplies, and future grant development. If awarded, the grant will enable the Tribe to secure U.S. Forest Service funding, strengthening collaboration and ensuring ecological, cultural, and economic sustainability. Investing in this capacity preserves natural resources for future generations while aligning with both Tribal and U.S.F.S. values for effective land management.

The ultimate purpose is to 1)Utilize existing federal legislation to develop and execute an agreement between the USFS and the Kalispel Tribe which authorizes the Kalispel Tribe to increase their participation in the stewardship of their aboriginal lands. This Grant will give the Tribe the capacity to leverage other resources and help us achieve our desired conservation outcomes.

The Community Navigator Capacity Support Grant will allow the Pueblo of Jemez build tribal capacity for forestry management and restoration activities and explore U.S. Forest Service funding opportunities.