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BIA Housing Improvement Program (HIP)

BIA Housing Improvement Program (HIP) is a housing grant for low-income tribal members from Bureau of Indian Affairs. Coverage: Federally recognized tribes in WA. Income limit: Very low income (<=150% federal poverty).

Amount varies by program
Listed as open as of May 26, 2026

Coverage: Federally recognized tribes in WA.

Income limitVery low income (<=150% federal poverty)
OccupationsMember of federally recognized tribe; substandard housing
Sales price capModest home (typically 1,200 sq ft for 4-person)
Amount notesGrant funding for new homes, repair, or down payment
NotesLast-resort housing assistance for tribal members.
Phone202-208-3198
Source Bureau of Indian Affairs·official program page·Listed
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Provider: Bureau of Indian Affairs · program details at the provider’s site.

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