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Indigenous Seed Keepers Network — Seed Rematriation & Grants

Native American Food Sovereignty Alliance

Seed access, seed-saving training, small mini-grants, and rematriation support for Native growers restoring traditional varieties and community seed libraries.

Typical award
Seed access plus mini-grants, generally under $10,000
Deadline
Rolling — mini-grant rounds announced periodically
Type of support
Technical assistance · Tribal & Native-led capital
Who can apply
Tribal, Non-profit, Individual producer
Fits these operations
Vegetables & produce, Mixed / diversified, Urban farm

Am I eligible?

  • Native grower, tribal program, or Native-led organization
  • Project involves traditional seeds, seed saving, or seed libraries

How to apply

  1. 1Join the network mailing list to hear about open rounds
  2. 2Describe the seeds and the community they will serve
  3. 3Complete the mini-grant or seed request form
  4. 4Report back on germination and community distribution

What you'll need

  • Short project description
  • Growing site details and season plan
  • Community distribution plan

Timeline & contact

Weeks for seed requests; a few months for grant rounds
Get help: NAFSA / Indigenous Seed Keepers Network

Ready to apply?

Applications go through Native American Food Sovereignty Alliance, not through this site. Open the official page below for eligibility rules, forms, and contacts. For federal programs it's worth calling your local USDA Service Center or Cooperative Extension office first — they help with paperwork for free and know what your county actually funds.

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This listing was last hand-checked August 2026.

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