Wednesday, Sep 7 2011 12:41PM
HUD recently announced more than $50 million in grants will be given to Native American communities nationwide.
Tribal communities in 21 states will receive more than $50 million in grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), as part of the agency's latest round of funding.
The grant money from HUD's Indian Community Development Block Grant (ICDBG) Program will be used to create housing and economic development opportunities for low-income residents of tribal communities.
"These funds will help American Indian and Alaska Native tribal governments create sustainable and community-driven solutions," said HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan. "Housing and infrastructure needs in Indian Country are severe and widespread. I'm inspired by the work the tribal communities are taking on to leverage these funds and get their communities on the right track."
Two tribal communities in California will be some of the recipients of the grants. The Quechan Tribe will use the funds to improve roads and sidewalks in low- and very low-income neighborhoods, while the Yurok Reservation will use the money to build a park and recreation facility.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture also recently provided tribal communities with grants. In August, they gave Tribes in several states funding to provide jobs and employment training.