Tribal Economy
Jul 1, 2026

Indian Affairs opens applications for $2.4 million in Tribal Tourism Grants

Program will award up to 10 grants to help tribes expand tourism and increase visitation


July 1, 2026

The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs has announced that it is accepting applications for $2.4 million in Tribal Tourism Grants to help federally recognized tribes and tribal organizations expand tourism and increase visitation. The program will award 10 grants ranging from $200,000 to $300,000 to support tourism promotion, strengthen destination positioning and increase tribal participation in the tourism industry.

The Tribal Tourism Grant Program is administered by the Office of Indian Economic Development under the Native American Tourism and Improving Visitor Experience Act. Applications must be submitted through Grants.gov by Aug. 7. Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs Billy Kirkland said the funding is intended to help tribes build on their cultural and natural assets while supporting jobs and sustainable economic growth in tribal communities.

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