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2026 CNAY Fellowships – apply by Jan. 14

December 4, 2025

CNAY is excited to announce that applications for the 2026 CNAY Fellowship cohorts are now open! We are accepting applications for Brave Heart, Remembering Our Sisters and the California Native Youth…

Renewable Energy Scholarship Foundation – apply by Jan. 31

November 25, 2025

The Renewable Energy Scholarship Foundation awards scholarships to students with ties to the Pacific Northwest who are committed to renewable energy. Since 2016 we have supported over 130 students who…

DAR American Indian Scholarships – apply by Jan. 31

October 28, 2025

The Daughters of the American Revolution is dedicated to the illuminating the path of empowerment for the American Indian, Native Alaskan, and First Nations’ communities. We are excited to announce…

Aspirnaut High School Summer Research Scholars Program – apply by Jan. 14

October 8, 2025

Aspirnaut™ Summer Research Internships are hands-on and mentored laboratory experiences for undergraduate students interested in a career in the fields of science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM). Participants reside on…

Creative Native Call for Art

August 19, 2025

The Creative Native Call for Art by the Center for Native American Youth (CNAY) celebrates a cornerstone of many Indigenous cultures by providing space and support for Indigenous artists, ages…

2024 Center Us Report Released

November 5, 2024

New CNAY Data Spotlights Native Youth Priorities Native youth perspectives are rarely prioritized in data collection and analysis. A new report by the Center for Native American Youth attempts to…

America’s Field Trip – apply by March 30

April 11, 2024

Students in grades 3-12 invited to enter contest to win field trip to historical/cultural site! WHAT DOES AMERICA MEAN TO YOU? In 2026, the United States will mark our Semiquincentennial:…