Federal Grant Award Summary

The Mi'kmaq Nation, operating as the Aroostook Band of Micmacs, received a $122,960 formula grant award effective April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2029, from the Administration on Aging under the Special Programs for the Aging, Title VI, Part A, Grants to Indian Tribes program (CFDA 93.047). This award supports the delivery of nutrition services, supportive services, and caregiver support services to American Indian elders aged 60 and older within the tribal community in Maine.

Under this three-year funding period, the Aroostook Band of Micmacs will provide services comparable to those offered under Title III of the Older Americans Act, including congregate and home-delivered meals, social services, and family caregiver support programs designed to meet the specific needs of Native American seniors. As a federally recognized tribal organization with demonstrated capacity in federal grant management and community service delivery, the awardee is required to maintain all program and financial records for three years following submission of final expenditure reports and comply with applicable audit and reporting requirements under 45 CFR Part 75.