Native Entities Grant Program
Agency: DOC NIST ERA
Assistance Listings: 11.036 -- Digital Equity Competitive Grant Program
Description
NTIA is soliciting applications for the Native Entities Grant Program (“Program”), authorized by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021, Division F, Title III, Public Law 117-58, 135 Stat. 429, 1209 (November 15, 2021) (codified at 47 U.S.C. §1701, 1721, et seq.) (the “Digital Equity Act of 2021” or “Act”). The Act authorizes two programs that set aside funds for Indian Tribes, Alaska Native entities, and Native Hawaiian organizations (collectively “Native Entities”): the “State Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program” and the “Digital Equity Competitive Grant Program.” To reduce administrative burden and cost, NTIA is releasing the funds for both programs through a single application process.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Miscellaneous
- Other
Additional information
Grantor contact information
Description
shanell.williams@nist.gov
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| NTIA_NEGP_NOFO_2026.pdf | 2026-NTIA-NEGP | Jun 17, 2026 05:05 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
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Closing: September 17, 2026
Award
$--
Program Funding
100
Expected awards
$--
Award Minimum
$--
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
2026-NTIA-NEGP
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Funding instrument type:
Grant
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Category of Funding Activity:
Science technology and other research and development
Category Explanation:
History
Version:
5
Posted date:
June 17, 2026
Archive date:
October 17, 2026
