Fund Your Future
Promoting individual self-development and economic self-sufficiency through education. Scholarships, grants, and programs for CIRI shareholders and descendants — and the communities that support them.
Higher Education Scholarship Application Open
Apply early for faster funding. Missing documents? Use the attestation form to keep moving. Deadline June 30.
How We Help
Four ways TCF invests in CIRI shareholders and descendants — from college degrees to cultural preservation.
Higher Education
Undergraduate and graduate scholarships for degree-seeking students at accredited institutions.
Learn moreCareer & Technical
CTE scholarships for vocational programs, trade certifications, and professional training.
Learn moreCultural Grants
Heritage Project Grants and arts funding for culture bearers, artists, and community organizations.
Learn moreJump Start
Up to $500 for testing fees, professional materials, certifications, and career-launching costs.
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Grant Writing Handbook
A step-by-step guide to writing strong grant proposals for arts funding. Adapted from the First Peoples' Cultural Council of British Columbia, tailored for Alaska Native artists and culture bearers.
Also available: the Alaska Native Artist Resource Workbook — tools to help artists advance their careers, offered in partnership with the Alaska State Council on the Arts.
Upcoming Deadlines
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Featured Programs
Higher Education Scholarship
Financial support for CIRI shareholders and descendants pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees at accredited institutions — apply through TCF’s online portal during the annual window.
Career Technical Education (CTE) Scholarship
Funding for vocational training, certification programs, and career-focused pathways. CTE applications are accepted year-round.
Heritage Project Grant
Support for projects that involve Alaska Native shareholders and descendants of CIRI and advance TCF’s heritage goals — mirroring program framing on thecirifoundation.org.
How It Works
From eligibility check to award — four steps to funding your future.
Check Eligibility
Confirm you're a CIRI shareholder or descendant. Most programs require Alaska Native connection through CIRI.
Choose Your Program
Browse scholarships and grants. Use our pathway tool to find the right fit for your goals and timeline.
Apply Online
Create an account on the TCF portal. Upload documents, fill out your application, and submit before the deadline.
Get Funded
Awards are disbursed directly to your institution or project. We're here to support you every step of the way.
TCF Proud
Real people, real impact. Hear from TCF scholarship recipients and grant awardees.
Gunalchéesh for supporting my journey. I am honored that I received scholarships from The CIRI Foundation.
Sabrina Walker
TCF Scholarship Recipient
I am so grateful for the support I have received from the CIRI Foundation over the past four years to help fund my education. I am so excited for what my future holds. Quyana!
Maddie Mulcahey
TCF Scholarship Recipient
I am excited to pursue a future in medicine and Indigenous healthcare and will be applying to medical school next year. Thank you TCF for all of your support and helping me achieve my goals.
Mauri Butzke
TCF Scholarship Recipient
Not sure where to start?
Our guided pathway tool helps you find the right program in under 2 minutes.