The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the entire world, but Pueblo communities have suffered particularly difficult consequences. Chamiza will provide support to organizations that respond to direct threats from COVID-19. Grant making priorities for relief efforts are detailed below.

• Food, medical supplies, and personal items
• Water
• Community relief and recovery needs
• Internet access and connectivity
• Other needs and expenses directly related to the COVID-19 pandemic

Amount: Awards range from $3,000-$12,000.

Eligibility: Proposals are accepted from:

• New Mexico’s 19 Pueblo Indian tribal communities.
• Ysleta del Sur Pueblo, El Paso, Texas, member of the All Pueblo Council of Governors and the 20th Pueblo.
• Pueblo community leaders.
• Non-Pueblo organizations that serve Pueblo communities. These entities must submit a letter of support from the Governor of the Pueblo as evidence that the community has requested their involvement.

Deadlines: February 12 and May 7 in 2021.