Open Call: Community Micro-Grant Program 2025 (United States)

The Natwani Coalition, a program of The Hopi Foundation, is a program dedicated to preserving Hopi farming traditions, strengthening the local Hopi food system, and developing innovative sustainable strategies to promote wellness of the Hopi & Tewa People.

Priority Areas

• Sustainable methods of agriculture.
• Supporting healthy food distribution & consumption.
• Preserving traditional food & farming knowledge.

Funding Information

• Total Amount of Funding to Award through Micro Grant: $12,000.
• Amount of Individual Award: Up to $2,000.
• Anticipated Number of Awards: 6.

Eligible Expenses

• Equipment for farming, growing, gardening, orchards, fencing, ranching, small animal husbandry, or restoration work Important Note: The Micro Grant will only allow up to $750.00 for one single equipment item that matches or exceeds $750.
• Materials for farming, gardening, orchards, fencing, ranching, small animal husbandry, or food presentations/demos
• Disposable materials for educational outreach, training workshops, or presentations
• Gas for Equipment Operation only (e.g., tractor, tiller, etc.)

Ineligible Expenses

• Salaries & benefits
• Loans, liens, investments, or debts
• Travel/Lodging
• Stipends or Honorariums
• Animal feed/supplements
• Travel/Host Meals
• Funding cannot be placed in an endowment.
• Funds may not be used for litigation, lobbying, or political activity
• Fees for vendors, technicians, or specialized service

Eligibility Criteria

• Individuals with a project aligning with one or more funding priorities.

Ineligibility Criteria

• Individuals who were awarded the Community Micro Grant in the year 2024 are unable to apply for the grant year 2025.
• Previous grantees not in good standing with the Hopi Foundation – Natwani Coalition cannot apply for the grant year 2025.
• Natwani Coalition staff and Natwani Coalition Community Advisory Board (CAB) members are not eligible for funding under the Micro Grant Program.

Selection Criteria

• Applications will be rated on the following four areas of criteria:
  • The project aligns with the goals and mission of the Natwani Coalition
  • Project Impact
  • Project Feasibility
  • Additional Discretionary Points

Application Requirements

• All grantees must complete the following requirements:
  • Final Report: All grantees must submit a final project report after completing their project.
  • Submit Receipts & Invoices: All grantees must submit copies of their receipts and invoices for direct purchases related to this grant.
  • Project Updates: All grantees must provide on-site project visits with NC staff.
  • Workshops: All grantees must attend one (1) community workshop sponsored by the Natwani Coalition during the Micro Grant funding Period. Workshop topics & dates TBD.
  • Showcase: All grantees must showcase their projects at the 2026 Grantee Showcase Event. Date and Location TBD.
  • Ag Survey: All grantees are required to complete an Agricultural Survey in the Spring and Fall of 2025.

For more information, visit The Natwani Coalition.