Tribal Court Improvement Program
This grant funds tribal courts to assess and improve how they handle child welfare cases involving American Indian and Alaska Native children, supporting fair and effective court processes.
Funder: Administration for Children and Families - ACYF/CB
Due Dates: August 7, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $50,000–$250,000 per award; up to 7 awards; 5-year project period; total program funding $943,000.
Summary: Supports tribal courts in assessing and improving the handling of American Indian and Alaska Native child welfare cases, including family preservation, reunification, guardianship, and adoption.
Description
This opportunity provides funding to tribal courts and eligible tribal consortia to assess and improve the effectiveness of their handling of American Indian and Alaska Native child welfare cases. The program focuses on cases involving family preservation, reunification, guardianship, and adoption, aiming to ensure that court proceedings are timely, fair, and legally sound. Projects may include needs assessments, development and implementation of improvement plans, and close collaboration with tribal child welfare agencies and community stakeholders. The overall goal is to strengthen tribal court systems, enhance legal representation, and improve outcomes for children and families in the child welfare system.
