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Apply for a NABDI Grant | Indian Affairs Native American Business Development Institute (NABDI) Grant Office of Indian Economic Development Are you a federally recognized tribe looking to establish or expand a business? Learn how a NABDI grant can help you explore opportunities The NABDI program is a competitive discretionary grant program dependent on available funding.
They are not self-determination/638 contracts that are awarded through the Public Law 93-638 process and give a tribe authority over programs operated by the federal government for the tribe’s benefit. Currently, there is no funding available for the foreseeable future for any planned NABDI offerings. The OIED will not offer a NABDI grant for the forseeable future.
All NABDI proposals must meet eligibility requirements (Tribes, not Individuals or Native owned businesses) and include all documents/mandatory components listed in the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). All applicants must complete the Application for Federal Assistance SF-424, version 4. Please read the NOFO thoroughly to understand the application process and what is required.
To be considered for funding, you must submit all required forms for your application prior to the deadline. Incomplete applications will not be considered for ranking towards funding. Any information submitted to NABDI becomes part of government records and may be subject to disclosure to third parties.
There is no cost to apply, but the Department of the Interior and Indian Affairs are not responsible for application preparation costs. The required method of submitting proposals is through Grants. gov .
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After we receive your application, we’ll send you a confirmation email within five business days. All federally recognized American Indian/Alaska Native tribes, bands, villages, nations or communities are eligible for NABDI grant funding. Before applying, we recommend that you review our list of examples of the types of studies that are eligible for funding .
We also encourage potential applicants to read about our success stories and review our list of past funded projects . NABDI Grant Frequently Asked Questions Guide Native American Business Development Institute 1849 C Street, N. W.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Federally recognized American Indian and Alaska Native tribes and entities. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $25,000 - $75,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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