Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG)

Administered by HUD Office of Native American Programs · hud.gov

Block grants to federally recognized tribes for affordable housing construction, repair, and assistance for low-income tribal members.

Eligibility requirements

✓Enrolled member of federally recognized tribe
✓Low to moderate income
✓Apply through tribal housing authority

Insider tip

Contact your tribal housing authority directly — they administer the funds. HUD Section 184 loan guarantees are also available for Native homebuyers with very low down payments.

How to apply

Apply directly on the official website. GrantLantern does not process applications — we link you directly to the source.

Apply at hud.gov →

Opens the official source. GrantLantern is not affiliated with this program.

Program details sourced from official government and agency websites. Eligibility is determined by the administering agency — not GrantLantern. Verify current requirements at the official source before applying.

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