Individual & Organization Requests

IMDG supports eligible donation and sponsorship requests that benefit the Fort Belknap Indian Community. Eligible applicants include enrolled members of the Fort Belknap Assiniboine (Nakoda) and Gros Ventre (Aaniiih) Tribes, as well as tribal organizations, schools, clubs, and community groups serving the Fort Belknap Indian Community, including Harlem and Dodson.

Before submitting an application, please review the eligibility criteria below and download the full Donation & Sponsorship Policy for complete requirements.

Applications should be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event or activity.

Eligibility & Funding Criteria

Basic Requirements

• Completed Donation & Sponsorship Application
• Required supporting documentation
• Applications submitted at least two weeks before the event
• Individual applicants must be enrolled members of the Fort Belknap Assiniboine (Nakoda) or Gros Ventre (Aaniiih) Tribes

Funding Priorities

Preference is given to requests that:

• Benefit the Fort Belknap Indian Community
• Support education, youth, health, arts, culture, or community initiatives
• Demonstrate fiscal responsibility
• Clearly explain how funding will be used
• Show meaningful community impact

Funding Limits

Individual Youth

• Up to $500 per fiscal year

In-State Activities

• Up to $250, twice per fiscal year
• Maximum $500 annually

Out-of-State Activities

• Up to $500, once per fiscal year

Sports Teams

• Up to $1,000 annually

Nonprofit & Community Organizations

• Funding based on demonstrated need
• Subject to CEO or Board approval

Exclusions & Application Requirements

Requests Generally Not Eligible

• Adult individual requests (18 years and older), except eligible youth still enrolled in high school
• Advertising or promotional activities
• Professional fundraising on behalf of another organization
• Medical appointment assistance
• Vehicle maintenance or repairs
• Personal expenses (utilities, rent, vehicle payments, etc.)
• Family or individual celebrations (birthdays, graduations, powwow specials, etc.)

Required Documentation

Applications should include:

• Completed Donation & Sponsorship Application
• Event flyer, brochure, or supporting documentation
• Budget information
• Community project proposal (Category IV requests)

Approval Process

• Requests up to $6,000 require CEO approval.
• Requests over $6,000 require IMDG Board approval.
• Funding decisions are subject to available funding and program guidelines.