Native Village Of Mekoryuk

Native Village of Mekoryuk, doing business as Indian Reorganization, is a tribal government entity registered to receive federal grant awards since November 8, 2005. As a federally recognized Indian Tribe, it serves as a council of governments for its community. The organization focuses on environmental management, community development, and infrastructure improvement projects that benefit its tribal members. Native Village of Mekoryuk has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing the quality of life and environmental conditions for its community through various federally funded initiatives.

Recent federal grant awards to Native Village of Mekoryuk highlight its diverse range of activities and services. In January 2024, the tribe received a $259,000 Project Grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency under the Indian Environmental General Assistance Program. This grant supported capacity building for environmental staff, including improved financial administration and communication with the EPA. Key activities involved updating environmental procedures, solid waste management plans, and implementing hazardous material management and community education programs. In November 2022, the tribe was awarded a Formula Grant through the Coronavirus Capital Projects Fund from the Department of the Treasury to address critical infrastructure needs exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly focusing on improving physical and remote connectivity for work, education, and health monitoring in underserved communities. Additionally, in February 2020, Native Village of Mekoryuk received a Project Grant from the Economic Development Administration for a meat processing facility, demonstrating its involvement in economic development and food security initiatives for the tribal community.