Cherokee Nation · FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Burial Assistance
Financial help toward funeral costs for deceased tribal members. Funds must go through a contracted funeral home.
Who's eligible
Any Enrolled Tribal Member Income Based Geographic
Deceased must have been an enrolled member of any federally recognized tribe — a tribal membership card is required (CDIB alone is not accepted). 6-month residency in the jurisdiction, family resources max $3,500, income max 150% federal poverty level.
Where it's offered
County
14-county Cherokee Nation reservation in northeastern Oklahoma
Location:
17675 S. Muskogee Ave., Tahlequah, OK 74464
How to apply
Contact Cherokee Nation Human Services at 918-453-5422 as soon as possible after the death; a contracted funeral home must be used.
Phone In-Person
Contact
Phone: 918-453-5422
Email: human_services@cherokee.org
Last verified against the official source on 2026-04-04.