AI3 Action Institute - Artificial Intelligence for American Indians
About This Grant
<p>The Administration for Native Americans (ANA) anticipates announcing the availability of funds and requesting applications for the AI<sup>3</sup> Action Institute – Artificial Intelligence for American Indians. The successful applicant will establish the AI<sup>3</sup> Action Institute, which will monitor the pace of AI change, identify responsible and practical opportunities to apply this technology to socioeconomic domains in Native communities, and support its thoughtful integration across Indian Country. Consistent with the Administration for Children and Families’ (ACF) mission to strengthen families and promote work as the pathway to self-sufficiency, the Institute will leverage AI applications to accelerate economic development, workforce participation, community governance, and efficient service delivery. The primary goals are to (1) reduce the immense learning curve on behalf of hundreds of Native communities; (2) establish a bird’s-eye view to identify opportunities aligned with Tribal priorities and local leadership; (3) optimize deployment of this technology; (4) establish a knowledge manager to accumulate lessons learned and develop expertise and intuition; and (5) strengthen Tribal governance, while maximizing community capacity. Through this approach, the AI3 Action Institute will help ensure AI investments advance strong economies, strong families, and resilient Native communities.</p>
Grant Summary
AI3 Action Institute - Artificial Intelligence for American Indians is a Administration for Children and Families - ANA grant providing $2.5M to $3.5M for nonprofit, tribal government. Applications are due 2026-07-21 (closing in 5 days). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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Eligibility
- These types of organizations may apply based on 42 U.S.C. 2991b:Federally recognized Indian tribes, as recognized by the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA).Incorporated non-federally recognized tribes.Incorporated state-recognized Indian tribes.Consortia of Indian tribes.Incorporated, nonprofit multipurpose, community-based Indian organizations (including Urban Indian Organizations as defined by 25 U.S.C. 1603(29)).Urban Indian Centers.Native Community Development Financial Institutions (Native CDFIs).Alaska Native villages as defined in the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) and/or nonprofit village consortia.Nonprofit Native organizations in Alaska with village-specific projects.Incorporated nonprofit Alaska Native multipurpose, community-based organizations.Nonprofit Alaska Native Regional Corporations/Associations in Alaska with village-specific projects.Nonprofit Alaska Native community entities or tribal governing bodies (Indian Reorganization Act or Traditional Councils) as recognized by the BIA.Public and nonprofit private agencies serving Native Hawaiians.National or regional incorporated nonprofit Native American organizations with Native American community-specific objectives.Public and nonprofit private agencies serving Native peoples from Guam, American Samoa, or the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.Tribal Colleges and Universities, and colleges and universities located in Hawaii, Guam, American Samoa, or the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands that serve Native American Pacific Islanders. Applications from individuals (including sole proprietorships) and foreign entities are not eligible and will be disqualified from the merit review and funding under this funding opportunity. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible for awards under this funding opportunity.
How to Apply
$2.5M–$3.5M
2026-07-21
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for AI3 Action Institute - Artificial Intelligence for American Indians from Administration for Children and Families - ANA, 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 Administration for Children and Families - ANA before the deadline.
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AI3 Action Institute - Artificial Intelligence for American Indians: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the AI3 Action Institute - Artificial Intelligence for American Indians?
AI3 Action Institute - Artificial Intelligence for American Indians is offered by Administration for Children and Families - ANA and is generally open to nonprofit, tribal government. 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 AI3 Action Institute - Artificial Intelligence for American Indians provide?
AI3 Action Institute - Artificial Intelligence for American Indians provides between $2.5M and $3.5M per award from Administration for Children and Families - ANA. 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 AI3 Action Institute - Artificial Intelligence for American Indians deadline?
Applications for AI3 Action Institute - Artificial Intelligence for American Indians are due 2026-07-21 (closing in 5 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Administration for Children and Families - ANA, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the AI3 Action Institute - Artificial Intelligence for American Indians?
To apply for AI3 Action Institute - Artificial Intelligence for American Indians, 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 Administration for Children and Families - ANA.