FY2026 tribal child support comprehensive grant

The Red Lake Band of Chippewa Indians received $1,120,953.86 in Block Grant funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families under the Child Support Services program (CFDA 93.563), effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026. This award supports the tribe's comprehensive child support enforcement operations, including establishing and enforcing parental support obligations, locating absent parents, establishing paternity, and obtaining child, spousal, and medical support for eligible tribal members. The funding combines Federal Financial Participation matching funds with performance-based incentive awards earned through demonstrated performance metrics.

As a federally recognized tribal government, Red Lake operates its child support enforcement services under an approved Title IV-D plan and maintains all required records in accordance with federal regulations at 45 CFR Part 75. The Block Grant award enables the tribe to deliver essential social services to its approximately 11,000 to 17,000 enrolled members across northern Minnesota, supporting economic stability for families and ensuring children receive financial support from both parents. This award is representative of typical Tribal Comprehensive Child Support Services grants, which generally range from $391,000 to $11.1 million annually across federally recognized tribal recipients.