Native Village Of Shungnak

Native Village Of Shungnak is a federally recognized tribal government based in Shungnak, Alaska. It serves the local tribal community and aims to address environmental issues and improve living conditions through federal grant programs.

The Native Village of Shungnak has received several grants from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Treasury. These grants have supported capacity building in grants management, environmental planning, solid waste management, and COVID-19 response efforts. Under the EPA's Indian Environmental General Assistance Program, the tribe has received funds to develop an updated Tribal Environmental Plan, establish a recycling center, and conduct training in fiscal management and grant writing. The goal is to achieve a cleaner village, healthier homes, and positive behavioral changes within the community. The Coronavirus Capital Projects Fund grant from the Treasury Department has enabled the tribe to carry out critical capital projects that directly support work, education, and health monitoring in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This includes improving physical or remote connectivity, addressing pandemic-related needs, and serving underserved or unserved populations. The tribe has also received grants for solid and hazardous waste cleanup, remediation, source reduction, and organizing dialogue with nearby tribal communities and other agencies.