TRIBES · QUAPAW, OKLAHOMAQUAPAW, OK
Quapaw Nation
Every Quapaw Nation program in Okla’s catalog, in one place. 13 are open to citizens of other tribes too.
37 programs across 9 categories.
Financial Assistance
9 PROGRAMS Burial / End of Life Assistance Burial Assistance of $3,000 toward a traditional funeral and/or funeral-home expenses, plus End of Life funds of up to $10,000 toward the funeral… Citizens only · Service area Burial Assistance (BIA) Bureau of Indian Affairs help with minimum burial expenses for an indigent Indian person, according to Bureau payment standards. Any tribal citizen · Income based Child Advocacy (Guardian Ad Litem, Custody and Stabilization Assistance) Child advocates for children who have experienced trauma, a Guardian Ad Litem for children in Tribal or non-Tribal custody cases, and grant-funded… Open to all · Service area Emergency Disaster Assistance (BIA) Bureau of Indian Affairs emergency assistance for essential needs after a fire, flood or other life-threatening situation that damages or destroys… Any tribal citizen · Income based Emergency Financial Assistance (EFA) One-time emergency help of up to $500 per household per fiscal year for Quapaw members facing Acts of God or personal situations where no other… Citizens only · Nationwide General Assistance (BIA) Bureau of Indian Affairs financial assistance for low-income individuals and families, aimed at increasing self-sufficiency. Any tribal citizen · Income based Prevention Assistance for Quapaw Members Outside Ottawa County Prevention assistance from the Child Advocacy program for Quapaw Nation members who live outside Ottawa County, considered case by case and subject… Citizens only · Nationwide Utility Assistance Yearly help with a Quapaw member's home utility bills, paid directly to the utility company: up to $1,900 a year for elders 65 and older and up to… Citizens only · Service area Veteran’s Assistance A yearly payment of up to $1,000 to Quapaw veterans and active-duty service members, paid by check to the member. Citizens only · Service area
Education
7 PROGRAMS ACT/SAT Exam Funding and Prep Materials Pays the cost of the original ACT or SAT exam for Quapaw students in grades 7-12 and mails free ACT/SAT study and prep guides to the student. Citizens only · Service area Adult Education (GED / HiSET) BIA-funded help paying for GED and HiSET classes, exams and materials. Citizens only · Service area Adult Vocational Training (AVT) BIA/BIE-funded help with tuition and fees, books and materials, and mileage for vocational training programs of 24 months or less (nursing programs… Income based Children’s School Clothing Assistance (K-12) A once-a-year payment for school clothing, supplies and other school costs for each enrolled Quapaw child in kindergarten through 12th grade: $250… Citizens only · Service area Concurrent/Dual Credit and AP Exam Assistance For Quapaw high school students taking college classes: $100 per credit hour, up to 9 hours per semester, toward tuition, books and fees. Citizens only · Service area Graduation Incentive Program A one-time cash award for Quapaw graduates: $100 for a high school diploma, $250 for a technical or associate degree, $500 for a bachelor's, $1,500… Citizens only · Service area Higher Education Traditional College Funding Funding of $250 per credit hour for Quapaw students in vocational/technical, undergraduate, master's and doctoral programs: up to 15 hours in spring… Citizens only · Service area
Child Care
7 PROGRAMS Car Seat Program Free infant (3-in-1), toddler and booster car seats for enrolled Quapaw children, paid for by tag revenue and shipped to the family. Citizens only · Nationwide Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) Child Care Assistance Child care subsidies for eligible Native American families so parents or guardians can work, attend school or take part in training, plus resource… CDIB holders · Income based Children’s Unmet Needs Assistance (Birth to Pre-K) Up to $200 once per calendar year for any child-related expenses for each enrolled Quapaw child from birth to Pre-K. Citizens only · Service area Downstream Learning Center A child care center licensed by Oklahoma Human Services (Two Star) for children six weeks to 12 years old. Service area Indian Child Welfare (ICW) — Children on the Quapaw Reservation Child welfare services for children of any federally recognized tribe who live within the boundaries of the Quapaw Nation Reservation, with a focus… Any tribal citizen · On reservation Indian Child Welfare (ICW) and Foster Home Licensing — Quapaw Families Prevention-focused child welfare services that work to keep families together, prevent removal and, when a child is removed, place the child with… Citizens only · Nationwide O-Gah-Pah Learning Center A tribally licensed child care center owned and operated by the Quapaw Nation for children six weeks to 12 years old, serving breakfast, lunch and an… Service area
Elder Care
4 PROGRAMS Caregiver Program (Respite Care) Support for family caregivers: help getting services, caregiver training, counseling, support groups, information, and respite care that gives… Any tribal citizen · Service area Community Health Representative (CHR) Program Community health representatives who act as patient liaisons: health education, home visits, medication set-up, pickup and delivery, monthly health… Service area Elder Housing Program One- and two-bedroom elder duplexes and triplexes (some handicap accessible) behind the Title VI complex on Whitebird St. Service area Title VI Nutrition Program Weekday congregate lunches (11:30 a.m. Any tribal citizen · Service area
Housing
3 PROGRAMS Housing Services Rental Homes and Project-Based Rental Assistance Affordable, income-based rental homes managed by the Quapaw Nation Housing Authority (rent may not exceed 30% of household income), with a waiting… Income based Violence Prevention Program (QNVPP) — Ottawa County Advocacy and support for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking and sex trafficking. Open to all · Service area Violence Prevention Program (QNVPP) — Quapaw Members Domestic violence assistance and advocacy for Quapaw Nation members wherever they live. Citizens only · Nationwide
Employment
3 PROGRAMS Direct Employment Assistance BIA-funded help for people who have just gotten a full-time job, covering what they need to get to work until their first paycheck. Any tribal citizen · Service area Mentorship / Job Shadowing Program An unpaid mentorship and job-shadowing program that matches high school, college and technical students with Quapaw Nation departments so they can… Open to all · Service area Quapaw Nation Workforce (QNWF) Career Services Free career help for adults: resumes, cover letters and professional writing, career assessments and goal setting, mock interviews with access to a… Open to all · Service area
Mental Health
2 PROGRAMS Native Connections Youth Program SAMHSA-funded suicide prevention and mental health services for Native youth and their families, focused on youth who have experienced trauma. Service area Quapaw Counseling Services (Medication Assisted Treatment and Outpatient) Substance use treatment: a medication assisted treatment (detox and maintenance) program and an outpatient program with drug and alcohol assessments… Open to all · Service area
Dental
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1 PROGRAM02 / ABOUT THE TRIBE
About the Quapaw Nation
- Federal recognition
- Federally recognized as “Quapaw Nation” in the Bureau of Indian Affairs list (91 FR 4102, January 2026).
- Headquarters
- Quapaw, Oklahoma
- Official website
- quapawnation.com ↗
03 / COMMON QUESTIONS
Common questions
Do I have to be a Quapaw Nation citizen to use these programs?
Not always. Of the 37 programs Okla lists, 17 are for Quapaw Nation citizens only; 7 are open to citizens of any federally recognized tribe; 1 is open to anyone with a CDIB card; and 5 are open to everyone. For 7 others, check with the program. Each program page spells out who qualifies.
Do I have to live on the reservation or in the Quapaw Nation service area?
Many programs are limited to specific counties or communities. 5 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 Quapaw Nation citizen?
Citizenship (enrollment) is decided by the Quapaw Nation, not by Okla. The tribe’s enrollment page explains the requirements and how to apply. Main line: 918-542-1853.
How do I apply for Quapaw 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 Quapaw Nation or any government agency, so always confirm details with the program before you apply.