The FY2025 Historic Preservation Fund - Tribal Heritage Grants are designed to help federally recognized Tribes, Alaskan Natives, and Native Hawaiian Organizations with projects that protect and promote their cultural and historic heritage. This can include preserving traditional skills, oral histories, important plant and animal species, sacred places, and more.
Who it's for: This grant is for federally recognized Tribes, Alaskan Natives, and Native Hawaiian Organizations looking to preserve and promote their cultural heritage.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a federally recognized Tribe or Native organization
- Submitting an incomplete application
- Missing the application deadline
- Proposing a project outside the scope of cultural and historic preservation
What You May Need
- Proof of federal recognition
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Documentation of cultural significance
- Organizational information
- Completed application forms
- Registration with relevant federal systems
Cautions
- Ensure your project aligns with cultural preservation goals
- Double-check all application materials for completeness
- Be aware of the specific eligibility requirements
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include federally recognized Indian Tribal Governments, which are Tribes recognized by the U.S. federal government. Additionally, private institutions of higher education and other unrestricted entities may apply if they are working in partnership with eligible Tribes or Native organizations.
Overview
This grant is for federally recognized Tribes, Alaskan Natives, and Native Hawaiian Organizations looking to preserve and promote their cultural heritage.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a federally recognized Tribe or Native organization
- Submitting an incomplete application
- Missing the application deadline
- Proposing a project outside the scope of cultural and historic preservation
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for projects that preserve traditional skills, oral histories, important species, and sacred or historic places. They can also support the establishment of tribal historic preservation offices.
Total Program Funding
$967,422
Expected Awards
12
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 19, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 27, 2026(44 days)
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Fall 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify federal recognition status
- Develop a detailed project proposal
- Prepare a budget plan
- Gather documentation of cultural significance
- Complete all required application forms
- Register with federal grant systems
- Submit application by July 27, 2026