New York State MBK Indigenous Education Grant
The New York State MBK Indigenous Education Grant funds school-Tribal Nation partnerships to advance academic and career success for Native American youth, focusing on research-based, culturally responsive educational programs.
Funder: New York State Education Department
Due Dates: August 28, 2026 (Full application postmarked) | August 28, 2026 (Full application received by 5:00 p.m. via email)
Funding Amounts: Annual allocations by district, e.g., $97,000–$534,000 per year for 2027–2030; minimum award $2,620; total pool $2M/year; 4-year grant term.
Summary: Supports NY school districts partnering with Tribal Nations to improve academic and career outcomes for Native American youth, especially boys and young men.
Key Information: Applications require a signed Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with a Tribal Nation; only specified NY districts are eligible.
Description
This grant, administered by the New York State Education Department (NYSED), funds school districts in New York to partner with Tribal Nations in implementing the My Brother’s Keeper Indigenous Education Grant (MBK IEG) program. The focus is on increasing academic achievement and college/career readiness for Native American students, particularly boys and young men. Projects must support a coherent cradle-to-college/career strategy, address multiple program components, and foster collaboration between school districts and tribal communities.
