Federal Grant Award Summary

The Seneca Nation of Indians received a $157,530 Formula Grant award from the Administration on Aging (AOA) under the Special Programs for the Aging, Title VI, Part A, Grants to Indian Tribes program (CFDA 93.047), effective April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2029. This three-year award funds the delivery of supportive services, nutrition services, and caregiver services to American Indian elders aged 60 and older within the Seneca Nation's service area in western New York. The funding supports services comparable to those provided under Title III of the Older Americans Act, enabling the tribal organization to address the comprehensive needs of its elder population through culturally appropriate programming administered by this federally recognized tribal government.

As a formula grant recipient meeting the program requirement of representing at least 50 Indians aged 60 or older, the Seneca Nation will utilize the award to expand and sustain essential aging services within its Allegany and Cattaraugus territories. The grant aligns with the organization's broader portfolio of federal funding that addresses tribal community needs across healthcare, education, and social services, positioning it to deliver integrated elder care services that support tribal self-determination and improve quality of life for senior community members.