Grants for Native American tribal organizations - State

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipalities, state and federal agencies, non-profits, and tribal governments for the development and maintenance of recreational trails and related facilities in Utah.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Maine-based law enforcement, courts, and nonprofit organizations to improve services and strategies for addressing violent crimes against women, including domestic violence and sexual assault.

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is offering the 2024-2025 Natural Community Conservation Planning Local Assistance Grant (NCCP LAG) Program. This grant program is specifically designed to support the implementation of Natural Community Conservation Plans (NCCPs) across California. Its legal authority is rooted in Fish and Game Code section 1501.5(b), which empowers CDFW to provide funding for critical activities like the preservation, restoration, and enhancement of fish and wildlife habitats. The program's core mission aligns directly with the CDFW's broader goal of conserving California's diverse natural communities and species. The primary beneficiaries of the NCCP LAG program are local public agencies, tribes, and non-profit organizations that are actively involved in or have a keen interest in executing Eligible Projects related to NCCP implementation. The program prioritizes projects submitted by "Implementing Entities" – those responsible for putting the plans into action once permitted – by awarding them additional points during the proposal evaluation phase. While the focus is on California, entities outside the state are also eligible to apply, broadening the potential for collaboration and impact. The program's priorities and focus areas are clearly defined to ensure effective NCCP implementation. These include immediate management actions on newly acquired NCCP reserve lands, restoration and enhancement of habitats or species populations, and the design and execution of biological monitoring programs. Other crucial areas are the development of individual reserve management plans, new or updated mapping activities to support NCCP management or monitoring, and targeted studies for adaptive management to evaluate and adjust conservation strategies. Additionally, the grant supports other non-land acquisition priority tasks identified by applicants and implementing partners that are essential for successful NCCP execution. The expected outcomes of the NCCP LAG program are a more robust and effective implementation of NCCPs throughout California. Measurable results will stem from the successful completion of eligible projects, such as acres of habitat restored, the establishment of effective biological monitoring programs, improved reserve management, and enhanced understanding of species and habitat responses through targeted studies. The overarching impact goals are the preservation, restoration, and enhancement of fish and wildlife habitats, ultimately contributing to the long-term conservation of California's natural heritage. The CDFW's strategic priorities are evident in its annual offering of these grants for the "highest priority tasks," which are collaboratively identified with NCCP implementing partners and federal wildlife agencies, ensuring a targeted and impactful approach to conservation.

Program Name: LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION FUND (LWCF) PROGRAM Funding Organization: Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Contact Information: For assistance with LWCF grants, contact Pam Rood, your regional DNR Stewardship contact. Award Details: Grants cover 50% of eligible project costs. Eligible Applicants: Towns, villages, cities, counties, tribal governments, school districts or other state political subdivisions. Eligible Projects: 1. Land acquisition or development projects that provide opportunities for public outdoor recreation. 2. Property with frontage on rivers, streams, lakes, estuaries and reservoirs that provide water-based outdoor recreation. 3. Property that provides special recreation opportunities such as floodplains, wetlands, and areas adjacent to scenic highways. 4. Natural areas and outstanding scenic areas that preserve scenic or natural values and are open to the general public for outdoor recreation use without impairing the natural attributes of the areas. 5. Land or development within urban areas for day-use picnic areas. 6. Land or development of nature-based outdoor recreation trails. 7. Development of basic outdoor recreation facilities. 8. Renovation of existing outdoor recreation facilities in danger of being lost for public use. Ineligible Project Examples: 1. Projects not supported by a local comprehensive outdoor recreational plan. 2. Acquisition and development of golf courses. 3. Projects where stormwater management is the primary purpose. 4. Lands that include cell towers. 5. Land that will be used for non-outdoor public recreation purposes. Deadlines and Funding Cycles: - Completed applications must be submitted to your regional Stewardship community service specialist by May 1 each year. - Department of Natural Resources regional staff review and rate eligible projects in early June. - Final project listing is compiled in July with projects ranking the highest selected for grants based on available funds. - Final selected projects will be reviewed and approved by the National Park Service before the sponsor receives an agreement with the DNR. Note: The grant is renewable every year, and the application period closes on May 1st each year.

The California Interagency Council on Homelessness (Cal ICH) is offering $20 million in Tribal Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (Tribal HHAP) grant funding. This program is designed to provide culturally responsive solutions to address homelessness within tribal communities in California. The foundation's mission, as evidenced by this grant, aligns with supporting self-determination and empowering tribal communities to design and implement interventions tailored to their unique needs. The target beneficiaries are California Federally Recognized Tribes. The primary impact goal is to reduce homelessness by enabling these communities to develop and implement a variety of interventions. The program prioritizes culturally responsive programming and tribal self-determination, ensuring that solutions are relevant and effective for the communities they serve. The Tribal HHAP program supports flexible use of funds across broad categories including permanent housing solutions, interim housing solutions, and services. This flexibility is a strategic priority, allowing tribes to address the specific housing and support needs of their members. The theory of change is that by providing funding directly to tribal communities and allowing them to design their own interventions, more effective and sustainable solutions to homelessness will emerge. Expected outcomes include an increase in available housing solutions (both permanent and interim) and an expansion of services aimed at preventing and reducing homelessness within tribal communities. While specific measurable results are not detailed in the provided information, the program's emphasis on culturally responsive solutions and tribal expertise suggests that success will be measured by the effectiveness of the implemented interventions in meeting community needs and improving housing stability.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments in Maryland for outdoor recreation projects, including land acquisition and the development or renovation of recreational facilities.

This grant provides funding to Arizona-based nonprofit organizations, local governments, and cultural institutions to support high-quality arts and culture festivals that engage communities and promote artistic traditions.

The Fire Management Assistance Grant Program is a grant program authorized under the Stafford Act that can reimburse a large portion of the costs to state, local and federally recognized tribal governments for the mitigation, management and control of fires on publicly or privately owned forests or grasslands. The program is authorized when a fire receives a federal fire declaration from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). A federal fire declaration may be requested and issued for an uncontrolled fire when a threat of a major disaster exists. The fire declaration process is initiated by the state when an authorized representative submits a request for a federal fire declaration to the FEMA Regional Administrator. These declarations are requested while a fire is burning uncontrolled and threatens to cause enough damage as would warrant a major disaster declaration (under the criteria for either Public Assistance or Individual Assistance). The entire process is accomplished on an expedited basis and a FEMA decision is rendered in a matter of hours. The FMAG Program provides a 75 percent Federal cost share for eligible emergency response and fire suppression costs.

This program provides funding to organizations in Maryland that promote equitable access to outdoor recreation for underserved communities, addressing barriers like transportation and cost.

This solicitation has two purposes: 1) make $1,050,000 available to California Native American tribes for clean energy future planning as well as to better enable their participation in statewide clean energy and energy infrastructure planning activities and 2) make $500,000 available to local government entities to develop new or updated land use planning documents that support and advance the development of clean energy in their jurisdiction.

This program provides funding to various organizations, including telecommunications providers and local governments, to improve broadband access and infrastructure in underserved areas of Utah.

This funding opportunity provides over $800 million to support the construction and rehabilitation of facilities that expand mental health services for vulnerable populations in California, including unhoused individuals, veterans, and children.

The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management, in cooperation with the USDA Forest Service State and Private Forestry, offers the Community Challenge Grant program to fund projects that promote tree planting, care of trees, and education on tree issues, with the aim of enhancing the quality of Arizona’s urban and community forests, and requires applicants to contribute at least 10% of the total project cost.

The California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) offers the Rubberized Pavement Grant Program, previously known as the Rubberized Asphalt Concrete (RAC) Grant Program. Its primary mission is to foster markets for recycled-content surfacing products derived from waste tires generated within California. This program directly aligns with environmental stewardship and resource recovery objectives, seeking to mitigate the adverse environmental impacts caused by the unlawful disposal and stockpiling of waste tires. By promoting the use of recycled tire rubber in pavement, CalRecycle aims to support a circular economy and reduce waste, contributing to a more sustainable infrastructure development. The target beneficiaries of this grant program include local governments (cities, counties, and cities and counties), other local governmental agencies such as regional park districts, special districts, and Joint Powers Authorities, and qualifying Indian Tribes. State agencies are also eligible, but with specific limitations on projects related to Class 1 bikeways, greenways, and disability access at parks. The impact goals are centered on increasing the use of rubberized pavement, thereby diverting waste tires from landfills and illegal dumps. This also contributes to the longevity of road infrastructure, as RAC roads are proven to last 50% longer than those made with conventional materials. The program's priorities and focuses are clear: to expand the application of rubberized asphalt concrete (RAC) technology. RAC is produced by blending ground tire rubber with asphalt binder, which is then mixed with conventional materials. This process not only addresses waste management but also offers a durable and cost-effective solution for road construction and maintenance. The emphasis is on practical, implementable projects that utilize this recycled content, demonstrating its effectiveness and encouraging widespread adoption across California. Expected outcomes and measurable results include a reduction in waste tire stockpiles and illegal dumping, an increase in the number of miles of roads constructed or rehabilitated with RAC, and a corresponding extension of pavement lifespan. The program measures success through the amount of waste tires diverted and the scale of rubberized pavement projects undertaken. By providing financial incentives, CalRecycle strategically promotes a market for recycled tire products, demonstrating a theory of change where economic support drives environmental and infrastructural improvements. The funding structure, with maximum awards ranging from $250,000 for individual applications to $500,000 for qualifying Indian Tribes, is designed to stimulate diverse projects and ensure accessibility for various eligible entities.

The Public Works Board (Board) Broadband program is authorized by state statute (RCW 43.155.160). Its purpose is to loan and grant funding to promote the expansion of broadband access to unserved populations in rural and urban communities across the state. $2 million per project loan/grant award limit with a 50% match. Projects in financially distressed areas and Indian country may receive up to 90% of the total project cost for a total not to exceed $5 million.

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is seeking grant proposals from applicants interested in conducting projects that will benefit some of Washington’s most imperiled wildlife. The Wildlife Diversity Grant Program aims to support recovery actions for a suite of Species of Greatest Conservation Need (SGCN) that are state-listed or candidates for listing. Grant funding can also be awarded for projects aimed at collecting data and information on species abundance, distribution, and habitat associations with priority for those whose habitats are under significant threat of incompatible development, land use, or resource management. Funding for the Wildlife Diversity Grant program comes from a significant investment by the state legislature to restore and protect biodiversity in Washington, and the Department expects this funding to be available in future biennia to continue this grant program. Priority Activities for Funding Priority activities include: Implementing recovery and conservation actions for eligible Washington endangered, threatened, sensitive, and candidate species that directly and measurably benefit species populations. These projects contribute to increased species abundance, distribution, population health, or clear abatement of direct threats. Collecting data and information on the abundance, distribution, habitat associations, or natural history of eligible state endangered, threatened, sensitive, and candidate species, with additional priority given toward species whose habitat is under significant pressure from development, land use, or resource management (i.e., shrubsteppe, eastside forest, prairies, and oak woodlands). Completing direct actionable steps toward achieving increased populations of eligible species (e.g., conservation translocation feasibility studies) or baseline data collection (e.g., developing survey protocols or assessing habitat use) for eligible species. Ineligible activities include habitat restoration, conservation easements, land acquisition, outreach and education, and projects that primarily target benefits for species outside the WDFW Wildlife Diversity Division’s scope of responsibility, including fish, aquatic invertebrates, wolves, and harvested wildlife. Review the grant opportunity announcement for more details on priority, eligible, and ineligible activities for inclusion in grant proposals, including a list of eligible species. How to apply Grant applicants must email their complete proposal to [email protected] no later than 11:59 pm on May 5, 2024. Please refer to the grant announcement for instructions on the required application components and their formats. Agency contact info Questions and communications concerning this grant opportunity may be directed to: Jenna Judge Wildlife Diversity Assistant Division Manager Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife [email protected]

This program provides financial assistance to state, local, tribal, and territorial governments in Virginia to implement projects that reduce future disaster risks and enhance community resilience following a presidentially declared disaster.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to California-based nonprofit organizations and local governments to promote and preserve folk and traditional arts by directly funding artists and community projects rooted in cultural heritage.

Under the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA) and funded by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), Simplified Equipment-Only Grants are designed to support Pennsylvania's food system transformation. These grants, focusing on equipment purchases for small to mid-size producers and processors, aim to diversify, distribute, and localize food systems to enhance consumer access, producer options, and rural community markets. Grant amounts range from $10,000 to $100,000, requiring no cost sharing. Eligible equipment expenses include purchase costs, delivery, and installation if included in the official bid. Applications are accepted electronically, with project completion required by June 30, 2026.

The FY2025 Arts Learning Program aims to support high-quality arts learning projects that benefit K-12 students in Oregon, focusing on Title 1 schools, economically distressed areas, and rural locations. This program encourages partnerships between nonprofit organizations and K-12 schools, fostering knowledge exchange between artists and educators to impact students' achievements, skills, or attitudes. The grant offers a matching award amount of $10,000, requiring dollar-for-dollar matching with earned, contributed, or in-kind support.