Federal Grant Award Summary

The Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians received a $5.18 million formula grant award from the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Community Services, under the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP, CFDA 93.568). The award, effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027, provides federally funded assistance to eligible low-income households within the tribe's North Dakota jurisdiction to reduce the financial burden of home energy costs. LIHEAP services include direct utility bill payment assistance, emergency energy crisis intervention, weatherization improvements, and minor energy-related home repairs designed to maintain safe and healthy living conditions for vulnerable populations.

As a formula-based allocation award, the grant requires the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians to submit annual LIHEAP Model Plans demonstrating compliance with federal assurances and meaningful public participation requirements through the Administration for Children and Families Online Data Collection system. The recipient is responsible for service delivery directly to low-income community members, with funds allocated based on congressional appropriation and the tribe's demonstrated need within its service area, serving over 30,000 enrolled members primarily in Rolette County.