The Tribal Sexual Assault Services Program (TSASP) is designed to help Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations, and nonprofit Tribal organizations provide support and services to victims of sexual assault. This includes intervention, advocacy, and support for victims and their families, but not for the perpetrators.
Who it's for: This grant is for Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations, and nonprofit Tribal organizations that are looking to provide services and support to victims of sexual assault. Private institutions of higher education and federally recognized Indian Tribal governments can also apply.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Applications from individuals
- Applications from organizations not related to Tribal services
- Applications supporting perpetrators
- Incomplete applications
- Late submissions
What You May Need
- Proof of eligibility as a Tribal organization or federally recognized Tribe
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Organizational documents
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Previous grant performance reports, if applicable
- Registration with the System for Award Management (SAM)
Cautions
- Ensure all parts of the application are complete before submission.
- Funds cannot be used to support perpetrators.
- Adhere strictly to the application deadline.
- Maintain compliance with federal regulations.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include federally recognized Indian Tribal governments, which are the governing bodies of Native American tribes that are recognized by the U.S. federal government. Tribal organizations and nonprofit Tribal organizations, which are entities that provide services to Native American communities, are also eligible. Additionally, private institutions of higher education that have a focus on serving Tribal communities can apply.
Overview
This grant is for Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations, and nonprofit Tribal organizations that are looking to provide services and support to victims of sexual assault. Private institutions of higher education and federally recognized Indian Tribal governments can also apply.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Applications from individuals
- Applications from organizations not related to Tribal services
- Applications supporting perpetrators
- Incomplete applications
- Late submissions
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for providing intervention, advocacy, accompaniment, support services, and related assistance to victims of sexual assault and their families. This may include counseling, legal support, and other victim services.
Total Program Funding
$7,600,000
Expected Awards
16
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 4, 2026
- Deadline
- Sep 1, 2026(80 days)
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Winter 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as a Tribal organization or federally recognized Tribe
- Register with the System for Award Management (SAM)
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Draft a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather organizational documents
- Obtain letters of support or partnership agreements
- Compile previous grant performance reports, if applicable
- Submit the completed application by September 1, 2026