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The American Indigenous Tourism Association, in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service, is issuing the FY 2026 NATIVE Act Request for Proposals to support tourism development initiatives led by Tribal Nations, Tribal enterprises, and Indigenous nonprofits.

Eligible applicants include organizations that border or have historic ties to U.S. Forest Service-managed lands and are working to strengthen cultural tourism and recreation initiatives.

Grant Amount: Up to $50,000
Proposal Deadline: May 1, 2026
Eligible Applicants: Tribes, Tribal organizations, Indigenous nonprofits
Project Completion Deadline: May 1, 2027

Apply for the FY26 NATIVE Act Grant
 

The American Indigenous Tourism Association is hosting a webinar on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Register for the FY 2026 NATIVE Act Request for Proposals webinar.