The Natwani Coalition’s Community Micro Grant Program is dedicated to empowering Hopi farmers, gardeners, and community members by providing financial support for projects that enhance traditional agricultural practices, food production, and sustainability.
Donor Name: Natwani Coalition
State: Arizona
City: Winslow
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/13/2026
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: 1 Year
Details:
The Natwani Coalition, a program of The Hopi Foundation, works to preserve Hopi farming traditions, strengthen local food systems, and promote the wellness of the Hopi and Tewa people. The Community Micro Grants support individuals and families who are revitalizing traditional agriculture, improving food access, and sharing cultural knowledge within their communities.
Funding Priorities
The Natwani Coalition Community Micro Grant provides small-scale funding to support Hopi and Tewa community members who are advancing food and farming initiatives. Funded projects should align with one or more of the following priorities:
- Sustainable agriculture practices that strengthen local food production and self-sufficiency
- Healthy food access and distribution that improve the well-being of Hopi and Tewa families
- Preservation and sharing of traditional food and farming knowledge that connects generations and sustains cultural values.
Funding Information
- The Natwani Coalition anticipates awarding a total of $16,000.00 in community micro grants for the 2026 funding cycle.
- Maximum Award Amount per Proposal: $2,000.00.
Grant Period
April 2, 2026 – March 31, 2027.
Eligible Expenses
Grant funds must be used for project-related costs that directly support your proposed activities.
Eligibility Criteria
The Community Micro Grant is open to Hopi and Tewa individuals or families who have a project that supports one or more of the program’s funding priorities. Applicants may include:
- Individual growers, ranchers, or gardeners.
- Families or small groups working on shared community or village projects.
- Educators or community members leading workshops, youth activities, or traditional food initiatives.
Ineligibility
The following are not eligible to apply for the 2026 funding cycle:
- Individuals who received a Community Micro Grant in 2025.
- Previous grantees not in good standing with the Natwani Coalition or The Hopi Foundation (e.g., missing reports or incomplete documentation).
- Natwani Coalition staff or Community Advisory Board (CAB) members.
For more information, visit Natwani Coalition.
