Land Acquisition Funding Program

Land Acquisition
CFDA 15.164 Active Project Grants (Discretionary)
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Program Funding

Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.

Latest annual funding (estimated)
$2M FY2025
$2M
FY25*
* estimated

Program Objective

Assist federally recognized Tribes in acquiring land consistent with applicable laws and regulations in establishing a Tribal trust land base. The Bureau of Indian Affairs received funding for land acquisition efforts for on and off current reservations to support sustainable land practices and purpose of protecting and conserving natural resources areas of cultural importance to Tribes and Alaska Natives.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

  • Federally recognized tribes

Federally recognized Indian Tribal Governments

Beneficiaries

  • 9

Tribal entities

How to Apply

Award Procedure

Awards will be distributed to successful applicants that are responsive to required documentation posted on Grants.gov

Decision Timeline

  • Approval: From 120 to 180 days
Program details & compliance

Description

This funding assists Tribes in establishing a Tribal trust land base over which to exercise their sovereign authority. This funding opportunity is limited to federal land acquisition.

Use of Funds

Allowed Uses

Tribes will use funds to acquire land consistent with applicable laws and regulations in establishing a Tribal trust land base.

Reporting & Compliance

Audit Required
Yes

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
  • Subpart F — Audit Requirements

Contacts

BIA, Office of Trust Service - Division of Trust Land Consolidation
406-247-7913
2021 4th Avenue North, Billings, MT 59101
Data from SAM.gov Federal Assistance Listings. Source published: 2025-09-09. Spec v1.0. Last synced: 2026-05-30 02:37:05.