Federal Grant Award Summary

Akiachak Native Community received $117,909 in federal funding under the Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG) Discretionary program (CFDA 93.575), administered by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Office of Child Care. The award, effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2028, supports the delivery of affordable, high-quality child care services and early childhood education infrastructure to serve low-income families within the tribal community. As a federally recognized tribal government located in southwest Alaska, Akiachak Native Community utilizes CCDBG discretionary funding to enhance child care quality, support early childhood education capacity, and promote healthy child development and learning outcomes for tribal members.

This award represents continued federal investment in the organization's child care and early education initiatives, which have been supported through multiple CCDBG Discretionary awards spanning fiscal years 2022 through 2026. The three-year funding period aligns with standard CCDBG block grant cycles, enabling the tribal lead agency to develop and implement a comprehensive Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) plan that addresses the specific needs of Akiachak's population, approximately 96% Alaska Native. The recipient manages these federal funds directly as a prime recipient with no subrecipient arrangements, ensuring direct accountability for program implementation and compliance with federal requirements outlined in 45 CFR Parts 98 and 99.