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Tribal Energy Development Capacity Grant Program is a grant from Bureau of Indian Affairs that provides the opportunity for Tribes to receive financial assistance to establish the lega. We know that millions and millions of acres of Tribal reservations hold vast natural resources. We support development efforts led by Tribes in accordance with Tribal goals and priorities.
Eligible applicants include Federally recognized American Indian Tribes and Alaska Native entities. Awards of Varies, typically $50,000-$100,000 are available.
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Tribal Energy Development Capacity (TEDC) Grant | Indian Affairs Division of Energy and Mineral Development Tribal Energy Development Capacity (TEDC) Grant Offering funding for Tribes to develop their energy business or expand their energy capabilities Every year, our Division of Energy and Mineral Development provides the opportunity for Tribes to receive financial assistance to establish the legal framework for developing and regulating their energy resources.
We know that millions and millions of acres of Tribal reservations hold vast natural resources. We support development efforts led by Tribes in accordance with Tribal goals and priorities.
Development Activities Eligible for Funding Developing the legal infrastructure to create any type of Tribal energy business Establishing an energy-focused corporation under Tribal or state incorporation codes Establishing an energy-related Tribal business charter under federal law (IRA Section 17 corporation) Learn more about choosing a Tribal business structure Regulatory Activities Eligible for Funding Developing or enhancing tribal policies, codes, regulations, or ordinances related to energy resource, including land-lease regulations for energy development purposes or for business purposes connected to an energy project Establishing a Tribal utility authority (TUA) Adopting secured transaction codes and a subsequent joint power agreement with a state government TEDC Grant Application Process Presentation This presentation about the TEDC grant application process which will provide additional resources to help better serve eligible applicants and streamline the grants process for Tribes and their energy & mineral projects.
This presentation was accompanied by a live Q & A session in December 2023. We hope to hold additional live sessions for the next TEDC grant announcement later this year. The TEDC Grant closed on January 16, 2025 View this funding opportunity at grants.
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If you have any questions, please contact: Division of Energy and Mineral Development telephone: (303) 969-5270 e-mail: tedcgrants@bia. gov Please check back for our next announcement. All federally recognized American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) Tribes, bands, villages, nations, or communities are eligible for TEDC grant funding.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Federally recognized American Indian Tribes and Alaska Native entities Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies, typically $50,000-$100,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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The Energy and Mineral Development Program (EMDP) Grant is a grant from the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) that funds federally recognized Native American Tribal governments and Tribal Energy Development Organizations (TEDOs) seeking to evaluate and develop the energy and mineral resource potential of their lands. The program supports development of biomass, industrial minerals (sand and gravel), precious minerals (gold, silver, platinum), base minerals (lead, copper), and renewable energy resources. Projects are led by Tribes in accordance with their own goals and priorities, with BIA providing financial assistance and technical support. Eligible applicants are federally recognized Tribal governments and TEDOs. Awards reach up to $2,500,000 per project. The application deadline is May 1, 2026.
The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Office of Justice Services (OJS), Indian Highway Safety Program (IHSP) solicit proposals for implementing traffic safety programs and projects that are designated to reduce the number of traffic crashes, deaths, and injuries within these populations. Indian Highway Safety Grants are financial assistance grants that are reimbursable and available to federally recognized tribes. Funding Opportunity Number: BIA-IHSP-2026-002. Assistance Listing: 20.600. Funding Instrument: G. Category: LJL. Award Amount: $10K – $1M per award.