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Est.

1969

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Native Forward Scholars Fund is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on supporting educational initiatives for Native American students. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and provides grants through a relationship-based, invitation-only process. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the fund can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

WE PROVIDE FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR AMERICAN INDIANS AND ALASKA NATIVES SEEKING HIGHER EDUCATION, AND SUPPORT THEM IN ATTAINING UNDERGRADUATE, GRADUATE, AND PROFESSIONAL DEGREES. WE PARTNER WITH TRIBES, THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, FOUNDATIONS, CORPORATIONS, AND INDIVIDUALS TO ENSURE THE GROWTH AND SUSTAINABILITY OF SCHOLARSHIPS.
Total Funding Given
$10K
2019
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
0%
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A
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Angelique Albert
Board Member
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Kimberly Teehee
Board Member
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Holly Cook Macarro
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to NATIVE FORWARD SCHOLARS FUND?
No. NATIVE FORWARD SCHOLARS FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NATIVE FORWARD SCHOLARS FUND give?
NATIVE FORWARD SCHOLARS FUND primarily gives to organizations located in Montana. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are NATIVE FORWARD SCHOLARS FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NATIVE FORWARD SCHOLARS FUND fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does NATIVE FORWARD SCHOLARS FUND make each year?
In 2019, NATIVE FORWARD SCHOLARS FUND awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $10 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NATIVE FORWARD SCHOLARS FUND fund recently?
In 2024, NATIVE FORWARD SCHOLARS FUND awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include AMERICAN INDIAN BUSINESS LEADERS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NATIVE FORWARD SCHOLARS FUND?
NATIVE FORWARD SCHOLARS FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.