Native American Language Preservation and Maintenance
This grant funds Native American communities to assess, plan, and implement projects for preserving and revitalizing their native languages through education and curriculum development.
Funder: Administration for Children and Families - ANA
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Total program funding: $10,000,000 | Award range: $100,000–$900,000 per project | Up to 12 awards expected
Summary: Supports projects that assess, plan, and implement activities to preserve and maintain Native American languages in tribal and Native communities.
Key Information: Cost sharing or matching is required; eligibility is limited to Native-serving organizations and agencies.
Description
This federal grant program, administered by the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) within the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), provides funding to support the preservation and maintenance of Native American languages. Grants are available for projects that assess the status of native languages, develop and restore language curriculum, and implement educational initiatives to advance community language goals. The program targets Native American communities, including American Indian tribes (both federally and non-federally recognized), Native Hawaiians, Alaska Natives, and Native American Pacific Islanders. The overall aim is to strengthen cultural identity and promote the survival and vitality of Native languages through community-driven efforts.
