Native Nation Rebuilders Program

Funding: Funded: amount not specified; verify on website. Who can apply: Enrolled citizen (age 21+) of one of the Native nations sharing geography with Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Nebraska, OR an enrolled citizen of any federally recognized Native nation currently living/working in those states. Open to emerging and existing tribal leaders/professionals (not limited to students); no upper degree requirement specified. Length: 2-year, cohort-based program (in-person sessions plus ongoing engagement). Native Governance Center covers all program costs: travel, lodging, meals, program training fees, and materials/supplies. No stipend mentioned. Field: Tribal governance / Native nation-building leadership development. Deadline: September 2026 (estimated - Cohort 15 closed Sept 24, 2025 after opening Aug 11, 2025; verify exact date on site when Cohort 16 opens).