Indian Social Services Welfare Assistance
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Funded Projects
Examples of what this program has supported.
Program Objective
To provide financial assistance for basic needs for eligible American Indians who reside on or near reservations, including those American Indians living under Bureau of Indian Affairs service area jurisdictions. IA assistance is provided when such assistance is not available from State or local public agencies.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Federally Recognized Tribal Government
An American Indian who is a member of a federally recognized Indian Tribe, who resides on or near a federally recognized Indian reservations, who is in need of financial assistance and who meets the eligibility criteria in 25 CFR Part 20.
Beneficiaries
- Federally Recognized Tribal Government
American Indians who are members of federally recognized Indian Tribes.
How to Apply
Award Procedure
Assistance is provided by the Bureau of Indian Affairs agency or regional office or contracted tribal program.
Generally within 10 days depending upon applicants needs and the extent of investigation required. Decisions will take no longer than 45 days.
Program details & compliance
Description
Provides financial assistance for basic needs to eligible American Indians and Alaskan Native who reside on or near reservations. The BIA Welfare Assistance program consists of Burial Assistance, Child Assistance, General Assistance, Emergency Assistance, and Adult Care Assistance. Assistance is offered when such support is not available from state or local public agencies.
Mission Categories
Primary: American Indian or Alaskan Native Services
Other categories:
Families and Child Welfare ServicesEmergency and Crisis AssistanceAdult Services
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Financial Assistance and Social Services (FASS) consist of direct funding and activities related to financial assistance, including general assistance, child assistance, burial assistance, emergency assistance, and adult care assistance; social services, including services to children, the elderly, and families; and child and adult protection services.
Required Documentation
Proof of American Indian status, residency, and income/resources available must be provided by applicant.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles