Montana News

HUD to give over $20M to six MT tribes

Posted: Feb 9, 2012 6:40 AM by Laura Wilson- KAJ News

MISSOULA- Montana tribes across the state will be able to provide more financial support for their low-income families thanks to a federal grant.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced Wednesday they will distribute $21.2 million to six tribes in Montana, through an Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG).

IHBG funds are designed to benefit low-income families living on Indian reservations or in other communities.

The Blackfeet Housing Authority in Browning is receiving the most money with $6.8 million, followed by the Salish and Kootenai Housing Authority in Pablo with $4.3 million, and the Crow Tribal Housing Authority in Crow Agency with $3 million.

The other tribes receiving these funds are the Chippewa Cree, $2.7 million; Northern Cheyenne $2.7 million; and Fort Belknap Indian Community $1.7 million.

The funds can go toward activities such as housing development, housing services, and crime and prevention and safety.

CLICK HERE to learn more about the IHGB program.