2024 Navajo Nation Artisan & Small Business Grants - Navajo Nation Division of Economic Development

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Small Business Owners & Artisans still experiencing financial hardship because of the COVID-19 pandemic can now apply for 2024 Navajo Nation ASB Grants funded by ARPA.

Review the eligibility requirements and click the button below to apply. Or call 928-370-4481 for more information.

Make Sure You Meet the Requirements!

Ensuring that you meet the following criteria is essential when applying for either the Navajo Nation Artisan Relief Grant or the Navajo Nation Small Business Relief Grants.

Applicants who were previously awarded grants are not eligible for additional funds.

The 2024 Navajo Nation ASB Grant Portal

Eligibility for Navajo Artisans Relief Grant

Business Registration
Individual must be registered or in the process of registering under the Navajo Nation Business Source List by the Navajo Business Regulatory Department.
*UPDATE 03/25/2024*
Announced by the NN DOJ, sole proprietors do not have to register with the BRD. H4N may proceed with provisional registrations for these types of businesses.
Artistic Medium or Discipline
Individual should be organized as an artist in a specific medium or discipline in art or performance.
Navajo Nation Membership
Individual must be an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation.
Commitment to Craft
Individuals must demonstrate a sustained commitment to your artistic work, career, and engagement with the public.
Financial Hardship
Be facing financial challenges due to the COVID-19 public health emergency.
Age Requirement
Be at least 18 years of age.
Independently Owned and Operated
Your artistic venture should be independently owned and operated.

Eligibility for Navajo Small Business Relief Grant

Financial Hardship
Your business must have faced financial challenges due to the COVID-19 public health emergency.
Ownership
The business should be organized for profit and be at least 51% owned by a member enrolled in the Navajo Nation.
Establishment Date
Your business must have been in operation before January 1, 2020.
Revenue
The annual revenues of your business should be less than $3,000,000.
Employee Count
The business must have 500 employees or fewer as of March 1, 2020. Each individual employee, including owners, is considered one employee for this count.
Registration
Your business should be registered, certified, or in the process of being certified or re-certified under the Navajo Business Regulatory Department or Navajo Business Registration.
*UPDATE 03/25/2024*
Announced by the NN DOJ, sole proprietors do not have to register with the BRD. H4N may proceed with provisional registrations for these types of businesses.
Debts
If you owe delinquent debts to the Navajo Nation for taxes, non-rental related debts, rental-related debts predating March 2020, or other related loan obligations, contact the respective offices.

Artisans Application

Small Business Application

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With a renewed sense of hope and determination, this third phase aims to reach even more individuals, bolstering economic revival, fostering innovation, and ultimately weaving a tapestry of prosperity for the entire Navajo Nation. Together, we embrace the future with optimism, celebrating the strength and perseverance of our community.

928-871-6544

Weaving the Dreams of Prosperity

Threads of Resilience

Make Sure You Meet the Requirements!

Business Registration

Artistic Medium or Discipline

Navajo Nation Membership

Commitment to Craft

Financial Hardship

Age Requirement

Independently Owned and Operated

Financial Hardship

Ownership

Establishment Date

Revenue

Employee Count

Registration

Debts

Helpful Videos About Your ASB Grant Application

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