Native Village Of Goodnews Bay

The Native Village of Goodnews Bay is a federally recognized tribal government located in southwest Alaska, registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) since 2007, with a current registration valid until December 2025. As a tribal entity, the organization focuses on addressing critical community needs through various federal grant programs, primarily targeting environmental protection, community health, and social services. The tribe serves approximately 454 tribal members, with about 70% residing within the Goodnews Bay village, and works to enhance local capacity, provide community support, and implement targeted initiatives that address systemic challenges faced by their community.

Through federal grant awards, the Native Village of Goodnews Bay has secured project grants from multiple federal agencies to address critical community issues. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has funded environmental capacity-building initiatives, including developing tribal environmental programs, managing landfill access, and creating environmental education programs. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has supported the tribe's efforts to combat opioid addiction, providing resources to address substance abuse challenges in their community. Additionally, the Office on Violence Against Women has funded the "Qaunqelluki Kinguliaput" program, which focuses on addressing domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking within the tribal community. Other notable grant awards include support from the Denali Commission for victim services and the Administration on Children Youth and Families for family-related programs. The tribe has also received Coronavirus Capital Projects Fund support to improve community connectivity and address pandemic-related challenges, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to addressing multifaceted community needs through strategic federal grant funding.