- Deadline
- Nov 13, 2026 · 15 days left
- Posted
- Sep 1, 2026
- Award size
- $6K to $10K
- Total program funding
- $1.7M
- Expected awards
- 170
- Cost sharing
- Not required
- Funding type
- Grant
- Category
- Arts, Humanities
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About this opportunity
The Native American Basic Grants (NAB) program assists eligible Native Communities in establishing, sustaining, and improving library services and operations with their communities. As information needs change, Tribal libraries must be able to serve as knowledge and resource centers to benefit their users and the wellness of their communities. The NAB program supports Native Communities across the country to address their individual information needs and priorities.
Who can apply
- Federally recognized tribal governments
See the official notice for eligibility details.
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Details from Grants.gov, last updated Sep 1, 2026. Deadlines and requirements can change: always confirm them in the official notice and the agency's page.