​Summer Camp Grant Application Information and Form

We look forward to receiving proposals from Tribes and Native-run organizations that use innovative activities which intertwine the old with the new to strengthen traditional cultural knowledge and teach skills to live healthy, productive lives in current times.

Please note that AAIA's summer camp program is dependent upon the generosity of our donors. Funding may vary from year to year, therefore funding is not guaranteed.

Camps must focus on diabetes education, nutrition and physical fitness, and should include culture, language and community development.

Deadline for the Summer Camp Grant Application is on April 1 every year.
  • AAIA generally does not have the ability to provide funding of entire camps.
  • AAIA provides very small seed grants for critical portions of camps such as transportation, honorariums and supplies, not extras such as t-shirts, backpacks or water parks.
  • Please be specific in your request.
  • Grant requests should be no greater than $1,000.
  • A follow up report is required. Those camps that do not complete the required follow up will not be eligible for future funding. Details about report requirements will be provided to those camps chosen for award.
  • Funding will be disbursed on or about May 15 every year.

Questions can be directed general.aaia@indian-affairs.org or 240-314-7155.