Federal Grant Award Summary

The Three Affiliated Tribes (MHA Nation) received a $2.3 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 grant, awarded October 1, 2025, with a performance period through September 30, 2027, provides direct assistance to eligible low-income households within the Fort Berthold Indian Reservation in North Dakota. Services delivered through this award include utility bill payment assistance, emergency energy crisis intervention, weatherization improvements, and minor energy-related home repairs designed to reduce the financial burden of home energy costs and maintain safe and healthy living conditions for vulnerable tribal community members.

As a formula-based allocation recipient, MHA Nation is required to submit an annual LIHEAP Model Plan demonstrating compliance with federal assurances and public participation requirements. The award operates within the federal framework established under 45 CFR Part 75 (2 CFR Part 200 effective October 1, 2025) and requires single audit compliance under the Single Audit Act. This funding represents a continued commitment to addressing critical energy assistance needs for approximately 17,145 enrolled tribal members through comprehensive home energy support services.