Indian housing block grants

The Department of Housing and Urban Development's Public and Indian Housing Office awarded Yakama Nation Housing Authority $1.5 million under the Indian Community Development Block Grant Program (CFDA 14.862) on July 15, 2026, for community development and economic opportunity initiatives serving American Indian communities.

The award funds development of viable tribal communities, including decent housing, suitable living environments, and economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income American Indian and Alaska Native populations. Performance occurs in Wapato, Washington, with a completion date of October 30, 2028. Yakama Nation Housing Authority, a tribally owned firm and federally recognized tribal government entity headquartered in Wapato, serves as the recipient.

The $1.5 million obligation represents a Project Grant assistance type. ICDBG awards are competitively awarded based on criteria outlined in the Notice of Funding Opportunity and administered through HUD's Line of Credit Control System. Project periods are established by the grantee's approved Implementation Schedule. Primary beneficiaries are families meeting NAHASDA eligibility criteria.