TRIBES · MCLOUD, OKLAHOMAMCLOUD, OK
Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma
Every Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma program in Okla’s catalog, in one place. 17 are open to citizens of other tribes too.
32 programs across 10 categories.
Education
8 PROGRAMS Adult Vocational Training Program (Other Tribes in the Kickapoo Jurisdiction) The same Adult Vocational Training assistance the tribe offers its members — financial assistance for full-time training at an accredited center… Any tribal citizen · Income based Adult Vocational Training Program (Tribal Members) Financial assistance for full-time training that leads to a job or trade skill and gainful employment, at a nationally or state-accredited (the… Citizens only · Nationwide Educational Incentive Award A cash award to Kickapoo members who complete an educational milestone. Citizens only · Nationwide Higher Education Scholarship (Tribal Members) The Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma Higher Education College Scholarship Program "serves the Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma Tribal Members exclusively,"… Citizens only · Nationwide Johnson O’Malley Program (Jones, McLoud and White Rock Public Schools) Federally funded supplemental educational support for Native American students attending Jones, White Rock and McLoud public schools. Any tribal citizen · Service area Kickapoo Health Professional Scholarship Program Financial assistance from the Kickapoo Tribal Health Center for Kickapoo tribal member students enrolling in a health profession program, covering… Citizens only · Nationwide Self-Governance Higher Education Scholarship (Other Tribes in the Kickapoo Jurisdiction) The Education page: "SG Scholarship provides assistance for tuition, fees, & books to Native Americans who reside in the Kickapoo Tribal Jurisdiction. Any tribal citizen · Service area Tribal Educational Support Up to $250 per fiscal year (October–September) for eligible Kickapoo members' education costs, based on availability of tribal funding. Citizens only · Nationwide
Financial Assistance
7 PROGRAMS Community Outreach Assistance (Travel, Lodging and Traditional Homeowners) Four forms of assistance on one application: travel assistance for medical emergencies and attendance at traditional ceremonies in Texas or Mexico… Citizens only · Nationwide Federal Burial Assistance BIA-funded burial assistance administered by Social Services on the tribe's "Federal Application for Burial Assistance." The application collects the… Any tribal citizen · Income based Federal Emergency Assistance A BIA-funded Financial Assistance and Social Services path for emergency needs, applied for on the tribe's "Federal Application for Emergency… Any tribal citizen · Income based Federal General Assistance (BIA Financial Assistance) Federally funded (BIA, 25 CFR Part 20) general assistance for tribal members living in the Kickapoo jurisdiction who cannot meet essential needs. Any tribal citizen · Income based Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Federally funded heating and cooling assistance "designed to alleviate the immediate threat of utility service disconnection (i.e. Any tribal citizen · Income based School Clothing Allowance Program A $300 VISA card per enrolled Kickapoo student, Head Start or Pre-K through 12th grade, loaded once per program year for school clothing, shoes and… Citizens only · Nationwide Tribal Burial Fund On September 24, 2016 the General Council and Business Committee authorized burial funds of $7,000 for tribal members. Citizens only · Nationwide
Elder Care
4 PROGRAMS Community Health Representatives (CHR) An eight-person CHR department (two CNAs, four transporters/translators, administrative and data staff) providing home visits to high-risk elders… Citizens only · Service area HAKTO Low-Rent Housing (Family, Elder and Tiny Home Units) One-year-lease rental housing "developed to allow a future homebuyer the opportunity to prepare for homeownership." The 2026 application lists family… Any tribal citizen · Income based Title VI Elder Nutrition Program Meals funded under Title VI of the Older Americans Act at the Kickapoo Nutrition Center in McLoud: lunch Monday–Thursday 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Open to all · Service area Tribal General Assistance Tribally funded assistance for enrolled Kickapoo members, payable up to three times a fiscal year but only once per quarter. Citizens only · Nationwide
Child Care
4 PROGRAMS Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) Certificate Program The tribe's CCDF program funds the Kickapoo Community Childcare Center and a Certificate Program that helps Native American families pay for child… CDIB holders · Service area Indian Child Welfare — Family Preservation and Foster Care Kickapoo ICW provides referral for services, family support, transportation assistance, case oversight and ICWA advocacy in court, and "is… CDIB holders · Service area Kickapoo Community Childcare Center (KCCC) A tribally operated child care center in McLoud, open since October 2004, licensed for 185 children ages 6 weeks to 13 years, a two-star facility… Service area Kickapoo Head Start A tribal Head Start preschool in McLoud with degreed early-childhood teachers, CPR-trained staff, transportation within the service area, free… Open to all · Income based
Medical
3 PROGRAMS Kickapoo Tribal Health Center — Diabetes Program The P.R.I.D.E. (Preventing & Reducing Illness through Diabetes Education) program, an American Diabetes Association-recognized self-management… IHS-eligible · Service area Kickapoo Tribal Health Center — Primary and Specialty Care A tribally operated ambulatory care facility in McLoud, open since January 1998 under a compact with the Indian Health Service. IHS-eligible · Service area Kickapoo Tribal Health Center — Purchased/Referred Care (PRC) Payment for health care purchased from non-IHS providers when direct services are not available at KTHC — referred specialty care and emergency… Any tribal citizen · Service area
Housing
2 PROGRAMS HAKTO Lease with Option to Purchase (Homeownership) HAKTO's homeownership program, applied for on the same application as its rentals: three-bedroom lease-with-option-to-purchase homes in Shawnee and… Any tribal citizen · Income based HAKTO Storm Shelter Program An Indian Housing Block Grant program that pays up to $5,000 per residence for a storm shelter, "designed to provide safe shelter and protection from… Any tribal citizen · Income based
Legal
1 PROGRAMMental Health
1 PROGRAMDental
1 PROGRAMUtilities
1 PROGRAM02 / ABOUT THE TRIBE
About the Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma
- Federal recognition
- Federally recognized as “Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma” in the Bureau of Indian Affairs list (91 FR 4102, January 2026).
- Headquarters
- Mcloud, Oklahoma
- Official website
- kickapootribeofoklahoma.com ↗
03 / COMMON QUESTIONS
Common questions
Do I have to be a Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma citizen to use these programs?
Not always. Of the 32 programs Okla lists, 10 are for Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma citizens only; 13 are open to citizens of any federally recognized tribe; 2 are open to anyone with a CDIB card; 4 are open to anyone eligible for Indian Health Service care; and 2 are open to everyone. For 1 other, check with the program. Each program page spells out who qualifies.
Do I have to live on the reservation or in the Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma service area?
Many programs are limited to specific counties or communities. 9 programs are 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 Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma citizen?
Citizenship (enrollment) is decided by the Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma, not by Okla. The tribe’s enrollment page explains the requirements and how to apply. Main line: 405-964-4227.
How do I apply for Kickapoo 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 Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma or any government agency, so always confirm details with the program before you apply.