“I am honored to have served as president of four tribal colleges in 40 years. It has been a blessing, as I have had ample opportunities to improve higher education for our people,” Dr. Martin said.
Blog Blogs
Urgent! Oppose Cuts to Pell Grant Program!
The American Indian College Fund joins the National College Access Network to urge higher education allies to oppose massive cuts to the Pell Grant program that will fund tax cuts for the wealthy and increase our national debt.
Lawsuit Filed on Behalf of Survivors and Descendants of Boarding Schools
We are learning when the U.S. government entered into trust and treaty relationships with Indians Tribes as sovereign nations, the federal government instead used much of the money held in trust for Native people to forcibly relocate their children to boarding schools.
“Infinite Prayer” the Latest American Indian College Fund Student-Designed Pendleton Blanket is Now Available for Purchase
The 2024 winning Tribal College Blanket Design, Infinite Prayer, designed by Jenabah Yazzie (Diné), is now available for purchase. Chosen from over 40 submissions, the blanket is the latest addition to Pendleton Woolen Mills’ American Indian College Fund collection. The heritage brand has created wool blankets in partnership with the College Fund for more than 20 years.
There’s Still Time to Apply for Scholarships from the American Indian College Fund
It’s never too late to pursue a higher education and it’s never too late for potential Native scholars to apply for funding to make their academic dreams come true through the American Indian College Fund (College Fund). Our application season runs until the funding runs out; however, students who apply by May 31 receive priority.
Celebrating Native Grads Across Indian Country
Join the American Indian College Fund in celebrating Native graduates across the country!
Indigenous Education is a Ceremony: Honoring Our Youngest Learners
By Chenoa Yakokahslote Webster, College of Menominee Nation Teacher Education Student, Indigenous Education Studies Intern, and American Indian College Fund Ambassador 2025 Ihduwiyayapi: Advancing Indigenous Early Childhood Education Grant Program On March 1, 2025,...
College Fund Hosts its First Year Experience Symposium
The American Indian College Fund hosted its first annual First Year Experience Symposium as part of its Cultivating Native Student Success Grant Program in collaboration with the College Fund’s College Access and Success program.
