Indian Housing Block Grant Competitive Program (IHBG-COMP) for FY 2026
🏛 Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for tribal nations and eligible Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) formula recipients. Applicants must be federally recognized tribes or tribally designated housing entities authorized to administer housing programs. The program supports affordable housing activities for low-income Native American families living on tribal lands or in tribal communities.
Eligible activities include new construction, acquisition, rehabilitation, and down payment assistance for housing. Operations and maintenance of housing stock are also supported. Projects must benefit enrolled tribal members and promote housing stability.
Applicants must demonstrate community need and capacity to manage federal funds. Matching funds are not required. A competitive application process selects projects based on need, capacity, and alignment with tribal housing priorities.
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Key dates
- Jun 8, 2026 Applications open
- Dec 16, 2026 Application deadline in 93 days
- Apr 14, 2027 Award announced
- Jun 1, 2027 Project start
Program description
The Indian Housing Block Grant Competitive Program (IHBG-COMP) provides competitive grant opportunities to eligible IHBG formula recipients under the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act (NAHASDA) to carry out eligible affordable housing activities for the benefit of low-income Tribal families.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative and Housing Needs Assessment
- Detailed Project Budget and Budget Narrative
- Tribal Resolution Authorizing Application
- Evidence of IHBG Formula Recipient Status
- Organizational Capacity Documentation
- Letters of Support from Tribal Leadership
Program contact
- 👤 ONAP Grants Management Director
- 📧 IHBGCompetitiveProgram@hud.gov
- 📞 IHBGCompetitiveProgram@hud.gov
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 14.867 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$1,922,469,945
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$599,803,287
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$329,585,302
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$311,290,384
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$303,620,502
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$279,008,405
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$225,944,400
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$214,725,570
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$205,105,921
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$178,101,966
Top States by Funding
- AZ 10 awards $2,924.7M
- OK 12 awards $1,702.7M
- AK 14 awards $1,595.9M
- SD 5 awards $552.5M
- MT 7 awards $489.6M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 14.867). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $1,257,621,361 | |
| 2025 | $1,255,351,701 | |
| 2026 est. | $1,022,000,000 |
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply for IHBG-COMP funding?
Federally recognized tribes and tribally designated housing entities that are IHBG formula recipients can apply. The applicant must be authorized to administer housing programs for tribal members.
What types of housing activities does this grant support?
Eligible activities include new construction, acquisition, rehabilitation, homebuyer assistance, and down payment assistance. Operations and maintenance of tribal housing stock are also fundable.
Is there a deadline for applications?
Yes, the deadline is December 16, 2026. Funds are distributed through a competitive process, not rolling acceptance.
What makes an application competitive?
Strong applications demonstrate significant community housing need, organizational capacity to manage federal funds, and clear alignment with tribal housing goals and priorities.
What is the funding range for awards?
Awards typically range from $500,000 to $7,500,000 per project. Actual award amounts depend on need, capacity, and available funding.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Document your tribal housing need with census data, needs assessments, and housing gap analysis. Use specific numbers and demographics.
- Show your organization's capacity to manage federal funds by highlighting past grant experience, staff qualifications, and financial controls.
- Align your project with your tribe's long-term housing strategic plan and community priorities.
- Build a detailed budget tied to specific, measurable housing outcomes. Clearly explain how funds will serve low-income tribal families.
- Start gathering community input and tribal leadership support early. Document this engagement in your application.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applications fail when they lack clear housing need documentation or when capacity to manage federal funds is not demonstrated. Projects that don't align with tribal strategic plans or serve ineligible populations are rejected. Vague timelines and unclear budgets reduce competitiveness.
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