Tribes Invited to Apply for Education Boost in STEP Program Competition
Published Date: 4/30/2026
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Summary
The State Tribal Education Partnerships (STEP) program is calling on Indian tribes and Tribal Education Agencies to apply for funding that helps improve education for Native students. This year’s competition focuses on building and expanding Tribal Education Agencies, with applications due by June 11, 2026. It’s a great chance to boost Tribal control over education and get support for Native youth’s success.
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STEP Grants Open to Tribes
The Bureau of Indian Education and Department of Education are soliciting applications for the FY 2026 State Tribal Education Partnerships (STEP) grant competition (Assistance Listing Number 84.415A). Eligible applicants are Indian tribes, tribal organizations approved by an Indian Tribe, Tribal Educational Agencies (TEAs), or a consortium of eligible applicants, and complete proposals are due by 11:59 p.m. Eastern time on June 11, 2026.
Competition Prioritizes Building TEAs
The FY 2026 STEP competition includes absolute priorities focused on creating a Tribal Educational Agency (TEA) and expanding the capacity of early TEAs, signaling funding preference for projects that increase Tribal control and capacity in education for Native youth.
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