Tiwahe Foundation

American Indian Grant Program

Program provides grant money to American Indians.

Description

Program provides financial assistance in the form of grants to American Indian families and individuals.

Family Empowerment Program - A grant program for Native American families and individuals that help them contribute to the cultural and social wellbeing of their community. Grants range from $500 to $2,500

Features

• Area Served by County
  • Anoka County
  • Carver County
  • Dakota County
  • Hennepin County
  • Ramsey County
  • Scott County
  • Washington County

• Specialization
  • Native American Community

Eligibility

• Applicant must be able to trace tribal lineage to a federal or state-recognized tribe and provide proof of tribal lineage – this could include, but not limited to, a copy of tribal identification or enrollment, or any other verification/explanation of enrollment or status as a descendant. Please feel free to inquire with the Program Manager with any questions.
• Applicant must reside in the seven-county metropolitan area of Minnesota: Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Scott, Ramsey, and Washington counties.
• The applicant must be 18 years of age. Adults cannot apply on behalf of a minor.
• Applicants are required to share supporting documents showing purchase estimates.