[Indian Health Service](https://www.ihs.gov/)

March 27, 2026 (forecasted)

Estimated total program funding: $2,761,000; ~16 awards expected; typical award duration is 1 year.

Competitive grant for capacity building and management development to help Tribes and Tribal Organizations assume Indian Health Service programs and improve health management.

Forecasted opportunity; dates and details may change when the official NOFO is posted.

--- ## Description The Tribal Management Grant (TMG) Program is a competitive funding opportunity from the Indian Health Service (IHS). It is designed to support federally recognized Indian Tribes, Tribal Organizations, and eligible Urban Indian organizations in building capacity and developing management expertise. The primary goal is to help these entities prepare for and assume responsibility for existing IHS programs, functions, services, and activities, as well as to further strengthen their overall health management capabilities. The TMG Program has been available since shortly after the enactment of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act of 1975 (ISDEAA). --- ## Due Dates - Estimated application due date: March 27, 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated total program funding: $2,761,000 - Approximately 16 awards expected - Typical award duration: 1 year - No cost sharing or matching requirement --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Federally recognized Native American tribal governments - Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments) - Urban Indian organizations as defined by 25 U.S.C. 1603(29), that are currently administering a contract or receiving an award pursuant to 25 U.S.C. 1653 **Urban Indian organizations** must: - Be a nonprofit corporate body situated in an urban center - Be governed by an urban Indian-controlled board of directors - Provide for maximum participation of all interested Indian groups and individuals - Be capable of legally cooperating with other public and private entities for program activities - Provide proof of nonprofit status --- ## Application Process - The opportunity is currently a forecast; the official Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) and application package will be posted on [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360298) once finalized. - Interested applicants should monitor the [IHS Division of Grants Management funding page](https://www.ihs.gov/dgm/funding/) for updates and additional instructions. - Applications must be submitted electronically via Grants.gov when the opportunity becomes active. --- ## Additional Information - The TMG Program is aimed at building self-determination and self-governance in Tribal health management. - No cost sharing or matching is required. - The opportunity is currently in the forecast stage; all details, including deadlines, may change when the official NOFO is posted. --- ## External Links - [IHS Division of Grants Management Funding Opportunities](https://www.ihs.gov/dgm/funding/) - [Forecasted Opportunity on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360298) --- ## Contact Information | Division/Office | Email | Phone | |-------------------------------|--------------------|--------------| | Division of Grants Management | dgm@ihs.gov | 301-443-5204 |

Tribal Management Grant (TMG) Program

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