Tribal Early Literacy Grant
The Tribal Early Literacy Grant is part of the broader Early Literacy Success Initiative established under House Bill 3198. This grant provides $222,222.22 to each of the nine Federally recognized Tribes of Oregon, totaling $2 million.
While the primary focus is on K-3 education, there's flexibility to extend support to students in grades 4 and 5, allowing Tribes to address the specific needs of their youth.
Purpose
This grant supports culturally relevant literacy programs that:
- Promote foundational literacy skills
- Preserve and revitalize tribal languages
- Strengthen family and community engaement in early literacy
The work honors Tribal sovereignty, with each Tribe leading and shaping their literacy initiatives to align with their cultural values and educational priorities.
Note: This Webpage is a work in progress and will be updated regularly as the work evolves.