Native American Language Preservation and Maintenance-Esther Martinez Immersion
Administration for Children and Families - ANA
About This Grant
<p>The Administration for Native Americans will be soliciting applications for the Native American Language Preservation and Maintenance - Esther Martinez Immersion program (EMI). The program funds community-based projects that ensure continuing vitality of Native languages through immersion-based instruction. Programs funded under EMI must meet the requirements for either a Native American Language Nest, or a Native American Survival School. As defined by Esther Martinez Native American Languages Preservation Act (42 U.S.C. § 2991b-3(b)(7)), Language Nests are "site-based educational programs that- (i) provide instruction and child care through the use of a Native American language for at least 5 children under the age of 7 for an average of at least 500 hours per year per student," and Native American Survival Schools are "site-based educational programs for school-age students that- (i) provide an average of at least 500 hours of instruction through the use of 1 or more Native American languages for at least 10 students for whom a Native American language survival school is their principal place of instruction."</p>
Grant Summary
Native American Language Preservation and Maintenance-Esther Martinez Immersion is a Administration for Children and Families - ANA grant providing $100K to $900K for nonprofit, tribal government. Applications are due 2026-07-01 (closing in 10 days). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
- Pursuant to 42 U.S.C. §2991b and 45 CFR §1336.33, eligible applicants under this funding opportunity are: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 non-profit multi-purpose 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 non-profit village consortia; Non-profit Native organizations in Alaska with village-specific projects; Incorporated non-profit Alaska Native multipurpose, community-based organizations; Non-profit Alaska Native Regional Corporations/Associations in Alaska with village- specific projects; Non-profit Alaska Native community entities or tribal governing bodies (Indian Reorganization Act or Traditional Councils) as recognized by the BIA; Public and non-profit private agencies serving Native Hawaiians; National or regional incorporated non-profit Native American organizations with Native American community-specific objectives; Public and non-profit 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, and American Samoa or the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands that serve Native American Pacfic 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
$100K–$900K
2026-07-01
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Native American Language Preservation and Maintenance-Esther Martinez Immersion 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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Native American Language Preservation and Maintenance-Esther Martinez Immersion: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Native American Language Preservation and Maintenance-Esther Martinez Immersion?
Native American Language Preservation and Maintenance-Esther Martinez Immersion 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 Native American Language Preservation and Maintenance-Esther Martinez Immersion provide?
Native American Language Preservation and Maintenance-Esther Martinez Immersion provides between $100K and $900K 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 Native American Language Preservation and Maintenance-Esther Martinez Immersion deadline?
Applications for Native American Language Preservation and Maintenance-Esther Martinez Immersion are due 2026-07-01 (closing in 10 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 Native American Language Preservation and Maintenance-Esther Martinez Immersion?
To apply for Native American Language Preservation and Maintenance-Esther Martinez Immersion, 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.
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