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ActiveDepartment of the Interior · 2026

FOCUS on Student Achievement

Quick Facts

Agency: Department of the Interior
Funding: See RFP
Deadline: Rolling
Status: Active
Eligibility: Federally Recognized Indian Tribal Governments and tribal organizations authorized by Indian tribal governments on reservations with Bureau-funded schools may apply to administer the program. Eligible applicant types include: Federally Recognized lndian Tribal Governments.

About This Grant

FOCUS on Student Achievement is sponsored by Department of the Interior. The FOCUS program targets schools where student achievement is close to meeting annual measurable objectives as set by their state’s achievement test and where additional resources could facilitate achievement of Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) as required by Public Law 107-110, the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001. This listing is currently active.

Program number: 15. 149. Last updated on 2025-08-15.

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Eligibility Requirements

Federally Recognized Indian Tribal Governments and tribal organizations authorized by Indian tribal governments on reservations with Bureau-funded schools may apply to administer the program. Eligible applicant types include: Federally Recognized lndian Tribal Governments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for FOCUS on Student Achievement?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Federally Recognized Indian Tribal Governments and tribal organizations authorized by Indian tribal governments on reservations with Bureau-funded schools may apply to administer the program. Eligible applicant types include: Federally Recognized lndian Tribal Governments. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

Is FOCUS on Student Achievement a federal grant?

Yes — FOCUS on Student Achievement is offered by Department of the Interior and this listing comes from SAM.gov, an official U.S. federal source. Federal applications generally require registrations (for example SAM.gov or an agency submission portal), so allow extra lead time.

How do I apply for FOCUS on Student Achievement?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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