TRIBES · MIAMI, OKLAHOMAMIAMI, OK

Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma

Every Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma program in Okla’s catalog, in one place. 2 are open to citizens of other tribes too.

11 programs across 4 categories.

Elder Care

4 PROGRAMS

Caregiver Respite Program Support for unpaid caregivers of an older relative with a chronic illness or disability, and for grandparents or other older relatives raising a… Service area Service area Community Health Representative (CHR) / Healthy Living Program Community Health Representatives help people reach health care: health education, screening, case management, patient monitoring, vital signs and… Service area Service area Elders Utility Assistance Financial help paying utility bills for Ottawa tribal elders over 60. Citizens onlyService area Citizens only · Service area Title VI Nutrition Program (Adawe Community Center) Free lunches five days a week, 11:30 AM to 1 PM, for Indian elders 55 and over and their spouses at the Adawe Community Center. CDIB holdersService area CDIB holders · Service area

Education

3 PROGRAMS

Higher Education Grant A grant for Ottawa tribal members attending an accredited college or university, processed through the Bureau of Indian Education's Oklahoma Area… Citizens onlyService area Citizens only · Service area Higher Education Grant for Laptops or iPads A small grant for college students who need a laptop, an iPad with keyboard and pencil, or a MacBook for their college classes. Service area Service area School Assistance Program (K-12 School Clothes and Supplies) Reimbursement of up to $300 per child for school clothes and school supplies for enrolled Ottawa children in kindergarten through 12th grade… Citizens onlyNationwide Citizens only · Nationwide

Financial Assistance

2 PROGRAMS

Death Benefits A death benefit to help offset or reimburse the funeral expenses of Ottawa tribal members and their spouses. Citizens onlyService area Citizens only · Service area LIHEAP and LAHWAP (Home Energy and Water/Wastewater Assistance) Federally funded help for Native low-income households with the cost of home heating and cooling. Income based Income based

Child Care

2 PROGRAMS

Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) Child Care Subsidy Helps pay for child care for families whose parents or guardians are working, in job training, or enrolled in school. Any tribal citizenIncome based Any tribal citizen · Income based Indian Child Welfare (ICW) and Foster Care & Adoption Supportive family services to prevent child maltreatment and keep families together. Citizens onlyService area Citizens only · Service area

02 / ABOUT THE TRIBE

About the Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma

Federal recognition: Federally recognized as “Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma” in the Bureau of Indian Affairs list (91 FR 4102, January 2026).
Headquarters: Miami, Oklahoma
Citizens: Over 4,000 (as of 2024), per the Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma.
Official website: ottawatribe.gov ↗

03 / COMMON QUESTIONS

Common questions

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

Not always. Of the 11 programs Okla lists, 5 are for Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma citizens only; 1 is open to citizens of any federally recognized tribe; and 1 is open to anyone with a CDIB card. For 4 others, check with the program. Each program page spells out who qualifies.

Do I have to live on the reservation or in the Ottawa 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 Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma citizen?

Citizenship (enrollment) is decided by the Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, not by Okla. The tribe’s enrollment page explains the requirements and how to apply. Main line: 918-540-1536.

How do I apply for Ottawa 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 Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma or any government agency, so always confirm details with the program before you apply.