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"Tribal Energy Development Capacity (TEDC) Grant FY 2026" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Tribal Energy Development Capacity (TEDC) Grant FY 2026 is sponsored by U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA). The TEDC Grant is a discretionary grant opportunity designed to help federally recognized Tribal entities build the internal capacity needed to plan, manage, and carry out energy resource development on Indian land, increasing long-term economic benefits for Tribes.
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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 View this funding opportunity at grants.
gov Learn More about Applying for a TEDC Grant 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 View the Application Process video This presentation will provide details about the TEDC program, including an overview of the program goals, examples of previous Tribal projects, and important information about the grant application process.
View the Q&A Webinar video This presentation about the TEDC program an overview of the program's frequently asked questions. What Would You Like to Do?
DEMD Grants General Information Past Funded TEDC Grant Projects Energy and Mineral Development Program (EMDP) Grant Native American Business Development Institute (NABDI) Grant National Tribal Broadband Grant (NTBG) Living Languages Grant Program (LLGP) 2020 TEDC Grant Solicitation Document Press Release - Sweeney Announces Applications Sought for TEDC Grant, 6/9/2020 Division of Energy and Mineral Development 13922 Denver West Parkway, Suite 200 9:00 a.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments). Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $450,000.00. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was July 16, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Tribal Energy Development Capacity (TEDC) Grant FY 2026 is funded by U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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