National Indian Health Board
The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) is the unified voice of 574+ federally recognized American Indian and Alaska Native Tribes, advocating for tribal sovereignty, health equity, and stronger tribal health systems. NIHB provides policy advocacy, resources, capacity-building, events (including the National Tribal Health Conference), and information on funding opportunities.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Tribal health organizations, federally recognized tribes, regional tribal health boards, or community health centers serving American Indian and Alaska Native populations with programs that strengthen tribal health systems or improve access to affordable insurance.
Good Fit
- • Organization is a tribal government, tribal health board, or Indian health clinic serving Native populations.
- • Project advances tribal health systems, health equity, or insurance access for Native communities.
- • Request size fits common award ranges (many grants around $25K–$200K, with some larger awards).
- • Demonstrated capacity to manage restricted program funding and report outcomes.
Geography
Observed grants in the latest year went to organizations across 16 states and the foundation’s giving was almost entirely out-of-state, showing a multi-state/national footprint despite a concentration of about 26% of dollars to California.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 30 distinct recipients (and 49 in the prior year) including tribes, tribal health boards, and community health centers; while some repeat grantees exist (17 returns), the portfolio funds many independent organizations.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of new entrants is strong—13 new recipients in 2024 (≈43%)—and grants are distributed widely across states; although no formal application guidelines were found, observed behavior indicates unfamiliar applicants have entered the portfolio.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
