TRIBES · WINDOW ROCK, ARIZONAWINDOW ROCK, AZ
Navajo Nation
Every Navajo Nation program in Okla’s catalog, in one place. 20 serve the Navajo Nation Reservation. 9 are open to citizens of other tribes too.
29 programs across 11 categories.
Education
6 PROGRAMS Adult Basic Education (ABE) Assistance for eligible Native Americans in the Navajo Nation service area to obtain a high school equivalency certificate (GED or equivalent)… CDIB holders · On reservation Chief Manuelito Scholarship Merit-based scholarship providing $3,500 per term (up to $7,000 per academic year) for enrolled Navajo Nation students attending an accredited… Citizens only · Nationwide Navajo Nation Graduate Fellowship Annual fellowship for enrolled Navajo Nation graduate students pursuing a master's degree, terminal degree, or doctorate. Citizens only · Nationwide Occupational Skills Training (OST) Certificate and skills training at approved providers for eligible Native Americans in the Navajo Nation service area, building job-ready credentials… CDIB holders · On reservation ONNSFA Undergraduate Scholarship Need-based and non-need-based financial aid for enrolled Navajo Nation undergraduate students. Citizens only · Nationwide Post-Secondary Education Program (PSE) Funds tuition and related costs at approved training providers for eligible Native Americans pursuing a degree while living in the Navajo Nation… CDIB holders · On reservation
Financial Assistance
6 PROGRAMS Burial Assistance Program Provides up to $3,500 to help Navajo Nation residents cover funeral and burial expenses for a deceased family member. On reservation Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Financial assistance for low-income Navajo households covering essential basic needs including food, household items, medical expenses, and education… Income based General Assistance Program Temporary financial assistance for enrolled Navajo Nation members facing economic hardship. Citizens only · Income based Navajo School Clothing and School Supplies Program (NSCS) Provides up to $200 per eligible child each academic year to purchase school clothing and supplies for enrolled Navajo Nation children ages 3–18… Citizens only · Nationwide Tribal TANF Monthly Assistance Payments Monthly financial assistance covering basic needs (food, shelter, clothing, utilities, personal hygiene) for eligible families while they work toward… Income based Uranium Workers Program — RECA Claims Assistance Free assistance for former uranium miners, downwinders, and onsite nuclear test participants — and their survivors — to file Radiation Exposure… Nationwide
Elder Care
6 PROGRAMS Adult & Elderly Group Home Care Program Case management and placement assistance for physically disabled adults and ambulatory elderly individuals on the Navajo Nation who cannot live… On reservation Adult In-Home Care Program Provides once-weekly, two-hour in-home visits delivering daily living assistance — light cleaning, cooking, personal hygiene care, and referrals to… CDIB holders · On reservation Arizona Long Term Care Services (ALTCS) Long-term case management for Arizona Medicaid recipients who are elderly or physically disabled and living on the Navajo Nation. Statewide Elder and Disability Transportation Services Short-distance transportation for older adults and eligible persons with disabilities on the Navajo Nation, helping them access medical appointments… On reservation Family Caregiver Support Program Multifaceted support for family members informally caring for older relatives or raising grandchildren on the Navajo Nation. On reservation Senior Center Nutrition Services Congregate meals served at Navajo Nation Senior Centers for older adults and eligible persons with disabilities across the reservation. On reservation
Housing
2 PROGRAMS Homeownership Program Helps eligible Native American families on the Navajo Nation achieve homeownership through the Navajo Housing Authority. CDIB holders · On reservation Public Rental Program Subsidized rental housing for eligible Native American families across the Navajo Nation, managed through 15 Housing Management Offices. CDIB holders · On reservation
Utilities
2 PROGRAMS Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Federal and tribally-administered energy assistance for eligible, low-income Navajo households. Citizens only · Income based Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) Helps low-income households on the Navajo Nation pay overdue or current water and wastewater bills, including accounts at risk of disconnection. Income based
Child Care
2 PROGRAMS Foster Care Program Monthly financial maintenance payments for licensed foster parents caring for children placed by Navajo DFS. Open to all · Nationwide Kinship Care Program Monthly financial support and cost-of-care reimbursements to licensed kinship caregivers — relatives or close family friends — who are caring for a… Open to all · Nationwide
Food
1 PROGRAMMedical
1 PROGRAMDental
1 PROGRAMEmployment
1 PROGRAMVeterans
1 PROGRAM02 / ABOUT THE TRIBE
About the Navajo Nation
- Federal recognition
- Federally recognized as “Navajo Nation, Arizona, New Mexico, & Utah” in the Bureau of Indian Affairs list (91 FR 4102, January 2026).
- Headquarters
- Window Rock, Arizona
- Service area
- Navajo Nation Reservation: Apache (AZ), Coconino (AZ), Navajo (AZ), McKinley (NM), San Juan (NM) and San Juan (UT) counties.
- Citizens
- 427,414 (as of June 2026), per the Navajo Nation.
- Official website
- navajo-nsn.gov ↗
03 / COMMON QUESTIONS
Common questions
Do I have to be a Navajo Nation citizen to use these programs?
Not always. Of the 29 programs Okla lists, 7 are for Navajo Nation citizens only; 7 are open to anyone with a CDIB card; and 2 are open to everyone. For 13 others, check with the program. Each program page spells out who qualifies.
Do I have to live on the reservation or in the Navajo Nation service area?
20 programs are limited to the Navajo Nation Reservation (Apache (AZ), Coconino (AZ), Navajo (AZ), McKinley (NM), San Juan (NM) and San Juan (UT) counties). 7 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 Navajo Nation citizen?
Citizenship (enrollment) is decided by the Navajo Nation, not by Okla. The tribe’s enrollment page explains the requirements and how to apply.
How do I apply for Navajo Nation 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 Navajo Nation or any government agency, so always confirm details with the program before you apply.