The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded the Aleut Community Of Saint Paul Island $998,768 on October 1, 2025, under the Indian Education—Special Programs for Indian Children program (CFDA 84.299) to deliver "Unangan Futures: Empowering St. Paul Youth Through Economics & Career Skills."
The award funds youth career and economic skills development delivered in St. Paul, Alaska (Saint Paul Island) through September 30, 2027. The program operates under the Demonstration Grants for Indian Children and Youth authority (CFDA 84.299A), which supports competitive project grants with initial periods not to exceed three years and potential renewal for up to two additional years based on substantial progress. The Department of Education may conduct desk or in-person monitoring of performance, and grantee records must be retained for three years following grant completion.