Putting Tribal SovereigntyOur mission is to enhance the health and wellness of Tribal communities by advancing healthy food systems, diversified economic development, and cultural food traditions.
WHAT’S NEW
Policy Brief – July 9, 2024
Summary There is a Tribal consultation and listening session on July 29 about FNS’ research study on the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). Senate Appropriations marks up FY2025 USDA-FDA bills this Thursday, while...
Close to $15 Million in Funding Available for Innovative Outreach That Connects More Families to WIC – Request for Subgrant Applications Due Sept. 6
The Food Research & Action Center (FRAC), Center for Nutrition and Health Impact (the Center, formerly the Gretchen Swanson Center for Nutrition), Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative (IFAI), and UnidosUS, today announced a Request for Application for...
Warehouse delays impacting food package deliveries to Indian Country
Tribal Nations utilizing the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR) are experiencing disruptions, impacting more than 100 Indian Tribal Organizations (ITOs). FDPIR packages — sourced through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural...
What We Do
The Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative (IFAI) focuses on putting Tribal sovereignty in food sovereignty, promoting Tribally driven solutions to revitalize and advance traditional food systems and diversified economic development throughout Indian Country. IFAI provides Tribal governments, producers, and food businesses with educational resources, policy research, and strategic legal analysis as a foundation for building robust food economies.
EVENT CALENDAR
The Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative participates in virutal and in-person events nationwide to ensure that Tribes and individual producers, regardless of their location, have access to the resources and support they need. IFAI participates in outreach events, youth events, food safety trainings, and Tribal enterprise outreach wherever we are needed. This calendar shows you where we are going and how we are impacting Indian Country.
Funding Opportunities
Grants and funding opportunities are key tools for many Tribes and Tribal producers. However, navigating the list of programs available can be challenging. To help, IFAI staff stay on top of the latest grants and opportunities. Check out the latest list by clicking the button below.
Our Partners
Our work depends on the generous support we receive from the partners listed below.
