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TRIBES · MIAMI, OKLAHOMAMIAMI, OK

Miami Tribe of Oklahoma

Every Miami Tribe of Oklahoma program in Okla’s catalog, in one place. 9 are open to citizens of other tribes too.

21 programs across 8 categories.

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Child Care

6 PROGRAMS
Car Seat Program Free car seats for children 8 years old and younger, first-come, first-served. Any tribal citizenService area Any tribal citizen · Service area Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) Help paying for child care so low-income parents and guardians can work or go to school. Any tribal citizenIncome based Any tribal citizen · Income based Diaper Distribution Program Free diapers or pull-ups for children 3 years old and younger, first-come, first-served. Any tribal citizenService area Any tribal citizen · Service area Indian Child Welfare (ICW) Intervenes in and monitors state child welfare cases involving Miami children, provides case management, resource referrals and support to the… Citizens onlyNationwide Citizens only · Nationwide Leonard Learning Center A two-star child care center licensed for 90 children from 6 weeks to 13 years, open Monday-Friday 7 AM-6 PM, with breakfast, lunch and a snack, and… Service area Service area Newborn Care Package Program A care package of newborn essentials (diapers, wipes, feeding necessities, hygiene and safety products) for babies up to 3 months old, first-come… Any tribal citizenService area Any tribal citizen · Service area

Education

3 PROGRAMS
Back-to-School Funds A payment each semester for enrolled Miami children from pre-school through high school: $50 for pre-school (minimum age 4), $75 for kindergarten… Citizens onlyService area Citizens only · Service area Eemamwiciki Summer Programs Week-long Myaamia language and culture programs held each June in Miami, Oklahoma and each July in Fort Wayne, Indiana: Saakaciweeta (ages 6-9)… Service area Service area Myaamia Scholarships Seven scholarships awarded by the Myaamia Scholarship Selection Committee through a blind application: Casino/Economic Development Education Award… Citizens onlyService area Citizens only · Service area

Housing

3 PROGRAMS
Housing Rehabilitation Assistance Funding to rehabilitate an Indian homeowner's residence by repairing code violations and safety conditions and bringing the home up to standard… Any tribal citizenService area Any tribal citizen · Service area Low-Income Rental Housing Three unfurnished two-bedroom rental units, plus one two-bedroom unit reserved for emergency assistance. Any tribal citizenIncome based Any tribal citizen · Income based NAHASDA Rental Assistance / Rental Deposit Assistance Once-a-year help with rent or a rental deposit, up to $1,000, for households that have lost income because of a job termination or other situation… Any tribal citizenIncome based Any tribal citizen · Income based

Medical

2 PROGRAMS
Community Health Representative Program (CHR) IHS-funded community health workers who provide home visits, monthly health screenings, medication setup and adherence support, wound checks and… Service area Service area Myaamia Autism Center (ABA Therapy) Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for young children, with individualized plans overseen by Board Certified Behavior Analysts and one-to-one… Service area Service area

Financial Assistance

2 PROGRAMS
Death Benefit A $3,500 death benefit for each Miami Tribe of Oklahoma member, to help the family with funeral expenses. Citizens onlyService area Citizens only · Service area Promoting Safe and Stable Families (PSSF) Prevention Program A child welfare prevention program for "at-risk" tribal families in crisis, such as unemployment, substance abuse or the death of a parent. Service area Service area

Elder Care

2 PROGRAMS
Medical Benefit Plan (Elders, Veterans, and Members with Disabilities) A yearly check to help pay out-of-pocket medical expenses that are medically necessary but not covered by insurance, such as office-visit and… Citizens onlyService area Citizens only · Service area Title VI Nutrition Program Lunch served 11 AM-1 PM at the Miami Tribe Nutrition Center, with the weekly menu posted on the Title VI page. Service area Service area

Utilities

1 PROGRAM
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Help with heating and cooling costs for Native American households, up to $500. Any tribal citizenIncome based Any tribal citizen · Income based

02 / ABOUT THE TRIBE

About the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma

Federal recognition
Federally recognized as “Miami Tribe of Oklahoma” in the Bureau of Indian Affairs list (91 FR 4102, January 2026).
Headquarters
Miami, Oklahoma
Citizens
Over 7,000 (as of 2024), per the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma.
Official website
miamination.com ↗

03 / COMMON QUESTIONS

Common questions

Do I have to be a Miami Tribe of Oklahoma citizen to use these programs?

Not always. Of the 21 programs Okla lists, 6 are for Miami Tribe of Oklahoma citizens only and 9 are open to citizens of any federally recognized tribe. For 6 others, check with the program. Each program page spells out who qualifies.

Do I have to live on the reservation or in the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma service area?

Many programs are limited to specific counties or communities. 1 program is available to eligible people anywhere in the United States. The rest have their own service areas, listed on each program page. Use “Find my programs” at the top of this page to check against where you live.

How do I become a Miami Tribe of Oklahoma citizen?

Citizenship (enrollment) is decided by the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, not by Okla. The tribe’s enrollment page explains the requirements and how to apply. Main line: 918-541-1300.

How do I apply for Miami Tribe of Oklahoma programs?

Each program has its own application. Open a program above to see who qualifies, how to apply and the official link. Okla is an independent directory, not part of the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma or any government agency, so always confirm details with the program before you apply.