NATIVE Act Tribal Tourism Cooperative Agreement
About This Grant
The NATIVE Act cooperative agreement will support Tribal Tourism Grant Program (TTGP) and Office of Native Hawaiian Relations (ONHR) applicants, which is comprised of Tribes, Tribal organizations, and Native Hawaiian organizations, by identifying technical assistance needs and delivering targeted capacity-building support to expand cultural heritage tourism and increase visitation. The selected recipient will provide tools, strategies, and expertise to enhance and grow tourism activities and destinations, while facilitating coordination between the Department of the Interior and the Department of Commerce in planning and implementation.The NATIVE Act requires identification of a means for delivering and coordinating Federal technical assistance and resources for cultural heritage tourism in collaboration with Federal partners, including the Secretary of the Interior, Secretary of Commerce and other Federal agencies and entities with tourism expertise. The NATIVE Act provides authority so the "Secretary of the Interior, in consultation with the Secretary of Commerce, shall enter into a memorandum of understanding or cooperative agreement with an entity or organization with a demonstrated record in tribal communities of defining, introducing, developing, and sustaining American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian tourism and related activities in a manner that respects and honors native traditions and values."Native Hawaiian organization means a nonprofit organization: (A) that serves the interests of Native Hawaiians; (B) in which Native Hawaiians serve in substantive and policymaking positions, and; (C) that are recognized for having expertise in Native Hawaiian culture and heritage, including tourism.Awards are made for an initial one-year budget period and may receive continuation funding for up to four additional one-year budget periods, for a total period of performance not to exceed five years. Continuation funding is contingent upon satisfactory performance, the availability of funds, and agency priorities.
Grant Summary
NATIVE Act Tribal Tourism Cooperative Agreement is a Bureau of Indian Affairs grant providing $1.5M to $1.5M for tribal government, nonprofit, university. Applications are due 2026-08-28 (closing in 8 days). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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Eligibility
- Eligible ApplicantsPublic and State controlled institutions of higher educationNative American tribal governments (Federally recognized)Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS other than institutions of higher educationNonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS other than institutions of higher educationAdditional Information on EligibilityEligibility is limited to: Indian Tribes and Tribal Organizations, as defined in Section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA) (25 U.S.C. 5304), including Tribal Consortia; Tribal Colleges or Universities qualifying under 25 U.S.C. 1801 et seq, 25 U.S.C. 640a note, and section 532 of 7 U.S.C. 301 note; Institute of higher education in any State admitting students as per 20 U.S.C. 1091(d); Private institutions of higher education; and Nonprofits.
How to Apply
$1.5M–$1.5M
2026-08-28
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for NATIVE Act Tribal Tourism Cooperative Agreement from Bureau of Indian Affairs, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Bureau of Indian Affairs before the deadline.
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NATIVE Act Tribal Tourism Cooperative Agreement: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the NATIVE Act Tribal Tourism Cooperative Agreement?
NATIVE Act Tribal Tourism Cooperative Agreement is offered by Bureau of Indian Affairs and is generally open to tribal government, nonprofit, university. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the NATIVE Act Tribal Tourism Cooperative Agreement provide?
NATIVE Act Tribal Tourism Cooperative Agreement provides between $1.5M and $1.5M per award from Bureau of Indian Affairs. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the NATIVE Act Tribal Tourism Cooperative Agreement deadline?
Applications for NATIVE Act Tribal Tourism Cooperative Agreement are due 2026-08-28 (closing in 8 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Bureau of Indian Affairs, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the NATIVE Act Tribal Tourism Cooperative Agreement?
To apply for NATIVE Act Tribal Tourism Cooperative Agreement, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Bureau of Indian Affairs.