NW Tribal Groups Receive $32 Million from HUD
The U. S. Housing and Urban Development ("HUD") Secretary announced that HUD is awarding more than $32 million in stimulus funds to tribal and native organizations in Alaska, Oregon and Washington state.
Accroding to reports, approximately seven tribal organizations in Washington state will receive nearly $17 million in stimulus funds. Five Alaska Native organizations will receive $13 million, and almost $3 million will go to one tribe in Oregon. The money is to improve housing and stimulate community development.
Nationwide, HUD is awarding 61 grants, totaling $132 million to Native American and Native Alaska communities.
