National American Indian Housing Council

HUD Announces Two Major Funding Opportunities Totaling Over $220 Million

The National American Indian Housing Council (NAIHC) is pleased to share that the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD), Office of Public and Indian Housing, has officially announced two major funding opportunities critical to Tribal housing and community development efforts: the FY2025 Indian Housing Block Grant – Competitive (IHBG-COMP) and the FY2025 Indian Community Development Block Grant (ICDBG) program.

 Together, these opportunities represent more than $220 million in available funding to support essential housing infrastructure, economic development, and community revitalization efforts in Tribal communities nationwide.

 NAIHC Encourages Early Preparation

NAIHC urges all member Tribes and TDHEs to review the Notices of Funding Opportunity (NOFOs) carefully and begin preparing application materials well ahead of the submission deadlines. These programs are vital tools for addressing the unique housing and infrastructure needs across Indian Country.

 NAIHC remains committed to providing technical assistance and training opportunities to support members throughout the application process

🏡 The National American Indian Housing Council (NAIHC), in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy Home Energy Rebates Program and the National Laboratory of the Rockies, invites Tribal leaders, TDHEs, Tribal Housing Authorities, and housing professionals to a special Tribal High-Efficiency Electric Home Rebate (HEEHR) Information Session!

Learn how your TDHE can access federal formula funding to improve housing conditions, reduce utility costs, and make homes more energy-efficient and affordable.

💰 Up to $14,000 in combined rebates per eligible dwelling unit.

📋 Learn about funding allocations, eligibility requirements, applications, and technical assistance.

📅 Webinar: Monday, November 9, 2026

💻 Location: Virtual

🔗 Register: https://natlabrockies.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/8oDGxIEXRB2fem2caPohFQ#/registration

⏰ Federal Application Deadline: December 11, 2026

Don’t miss this opportunity to bring valuable energy-efficiency investments to your Tribal community!

Please share with your Tribal leadership, housing departments, and community partners.