Native American Language Preservation and Maintenance

Administration for Children and Families - ANA

Published: Jul 8, 2026

Updated: Jul 10, 2026

Source: grants_gov

About This Opportunity

This is a grants contract in the education and training, social protection and culture and heritage sectors, with a focus on Higher Education, Curriculum and Heritage Preservation. Located in United States, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of USD 100,000 – USD 900,000. Proposals must be submitted before August 7, 2026.

Published through Grants.gov, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for grants in the education and training sector. Grant applications generally require a detailed project proposal, a clear results framework, and evidence of the applicant's capacity to deliver the proposed activities. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

The Administration for Native Americans (ANA) will be soliciting applications for the Native American Language Preservation and Maintenance program. This program funds for projects to support assessments of the status of native languages in established communities. In addition, it funds planning, designing, restoration, and implementing of native language curriculum and education projects to support a community's language preservation goals. Native American communities include American Indian tribes (federally-recognized and non-federally recognized), Native Hawaiians, Alaskan Natives, and Native American Pacific Islanders.

Agency: Administration for Children and Families - ANA

CFDA: 93.587

Eligible Applicants: Pursuant to 42 U.S.C. §2991b-3 and 45 CFR §1336.33, eligible applicants under this funding opportunity are: Federally recognized Indian tribes, as recognized by the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA); Incorporated non-federally recognized tribes; Incorporated state-recognized Indian tribes; Consortia of Indian tribes; Incorporated non-profit multi-purpose community-based Indian organizations (Including Urban Indian Organizations as defined by 25 U.S.C. § 1603(29)); Urban Indian Centers; Native Community Development Financial Institutions (Native CDFIs); Alaska Native villages as defined in the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) and/or non-profit village consortia; Non-profit Native organizations in Alaska with village-specific projects; Incorporated non-profit Alaska Native multipurpose, community-based organizations; Non-profit Alaska Native Regional Corporations/Associations in Alaska with village-specific projects; Non-profit Alaska Native community entities or tribal governing bodies (Indian Reorganization Act or Traditional Councils) as recognized by the BIA; Public and non-profit private agencies serving Native Hawaiians; National or regional incorporated, nonprofit, Native American organizations with Native American, community-specific objectives. Applications from individuals (including sole proprietorships) and foreign entities are not eligible and will be disqualified from the merit review and funding under this funding opportunity. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible for awards under this funding opportunity.

Applicant Types: Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments); Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification); Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)

Cost Sharing: Yes

More Info: https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ana — https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ana

Contact: Administration for Children and Families - ANA

Email: Carmelia.Strickland@acf.hhs.gov

Data provenance

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About Administration for Children and Families - ANA

Administration for Children and Families - ANA has issued 3 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 3 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, Culture, Heritage & Tourism, and Education & Training. All notices are published for United States. Notices are distributed via Grants.gov. Most recent publication: July 8, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Administration for Children and Families - ANA in United States. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Grants contract in the Education & Training sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is $100,000 - $900,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United States. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

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When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is August 7, 2026. You have 25 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.