Exploring Ways to Fund CollegeBound Journey Services
Schools, Tribal Nations, and community organizations may be able to use federal, state, Tribal, grant, or local funding to purchase CollegeBound Journey programs and services.
CollegeBound Journey provides culturally responsive support for Native American students through identity development, academic planning, college and career readiness, educator resources, and student success programming.
Funding availability, eligibility, and allowable uses vary. The resources below are provided to help your organization begin exploring potential funding pathways and identify options that may align with your students’ needs, program goals, and approved plans.
Funding Sources to Explore
Depending on your organization, approved program plan, and student needs, one or more of the following funding sources may be available to support CollegeBound Journey programs and services.
Title VI Indian Education
Title VI Indian Education funding may be a strong potential pathway for eligible school districts seeking supplemental educational services for Native American students.
- Academic achievement and student success
- College and career readiness
- Cultural identity and belonging
- Student leadership and engagement
- Culturally responsive educational programming
- Family and community engagement
Any purchase should align with the district’s approved Title VI project and follow its Indian Education Parent Committee and local approval processes.
Johnson-O’Malley Funding
Johnson-O’Malley funding may support supplemental academic and culturally relevant opportunities for eligible Native American students.
- Academic enrichment
- Cultural education and identity development
- College and career preparation
- Student success activities
- Educational resources and programming
Eligibility, priorities, and allowable uses are determined by the Tribe, Tribal organization, or other agency administering the local program.
Tribal Education Funding
Tribal Nations, Tribal education departments, and Tribal programs may have resources available to support Native youth and strengthen educational opportunities.
- College access and postsecondary planning
- Career exploration and workforce preparation
- Youth and leadership development
- Cultural identity and community connection
- Scholarship and financial-aid preparation
- Community-based student programming
Schools and organizations may wish to explore partnerships with Tribal education departments serving their students and communities.
State Indian Education Funding
State education agencies may offer Indian Education appropriations, formula funding, or competitive grants supporting Native American students.
- Culturally responsive student programming
- Academic achievement and graduation
- College and career readiness
- Student engagement and belonging
- Family and community involvement
Programs and requirements vary by state. Minnesota schools may consider whether American Indian Education Aid aligns with the proposed purchase, subject to the district’s approved plan and allowable-use requirements.
College and Career Readiness Budgets
CollegeBound Journey may align with existing school or organizational budgets dedicated to preparing students for graduation, postsecondary education, and future careers.
- School counseling programs
- College access and postsecondary readiness
- Career exploration and graduation planning
- PSEO or dual-enrollment preparation
- Student support and transition services
- Scholarship and financial-aid awareness
Buyers should connect the selected service with an identified student need, program goal, or existing college and career readiness initiative.
Grants and Foundation Funding
Public and private grant opportunities may help schools, Tribal Nations, and community organizations expand services for Native American students.
- Native youth development grants
- College access and educational equity grants
- Rural education initiatives
- Workforce development grants
- Student belonging and wellness initiatives
- Community and corporate giving programs
CollegeBound Journey can provide program descriptions, proposed outcomes, implementation information, and pricing to support a grant application or funding request.
Other Funding Possibilities
Organizations may also consider whether these federal, school-based, or community resources align with their approved plans and purchasing requirements.
Title I Funding
When permitted under the school’s Title I plan, funding may support supplemental resources addressing academic achievement, engagement, graduation readiness, or postsecondary preparation.
Title IV, Part A
Student Support and Academic Enrichment funding may connect with well-rounded educational opportunities, college and career readiness, student engagement, and supportive learning environments.
Perkins V and CTE Funding
Career-planning services may align with career exploration, pathway awareness, workforce transitions, or support for special populations when included in the organization’s approved CTE plan.
Local and Organizational Funding
Other possibilities include counseling, curriculum, professional development, student-support, family-engagement, community education, school foundation, donation, or sponsorship funds.
Need Help Exploring a Funding Pathway?
We can help you consider how a CollegeBound Journey program or service may connect with your organization’s student needs, program goals, and existing initiatives.
Although we cannot determine or guarantee funding eligibility, Four Directions Educational Consulting Services can provide program descriptions, proposed outcomes, implementation information, formal quotes, and supporting documentation for your funding or purchasing process.