Simple and Fair Grant Evaluation
Merit review ensures a fair and impartial evaluation of grant applications. This process assesses each application’s technical quality against the funding opportunity’s criteria.
The Administration for Native Americans Ends its Contract
with The Pacific Region T/TA Center
Dear ANA Pacific Region Community,
Effective November 1, 2026, ANA will transition from regional TTA Centers to a national TTA Center, managed by Kauffman and Associates, Inc. While the structure of TTA delivery is changing, ANA grant recipients will continue to have access to training, technical assistance, resources, and experienced professionals to support the successful implementation of their projects.
As ANA moves forward with this national model, we encourage you to stay connected with ANA and its programs. To request Training and/or Technical Assistance, please contact the following:
ananativeTTAcenter@kauffmaninc.com
It has been a privilege to work alongside you and learn about the important work taking place in your community. We are grateful for the relationships we have built and for the opportunity to support your project. Most importantly, thank you for the wonderful work you do for your communities. Your commitment, creativity, and dedication are at the heart of ANA’s mission, and we are honored to have been a part of your journey.
We wish you continued success and look forward to seeing the impact of your work for years to come.
The ANA Pacific Region T/TA Center
Pre-Application Manual
The Pre-application Manual will guide you through the process of putting together an ANA application. After completing the activities in this manual, you should have a solid outline of the project narrative, data tracking strategy, objective work plan, and budget to include in your application.
Please contact your regional Training and Technical Assistance (T/TA) Provider for application assistance.
Application Toolkit
The Application Toolkit contains templates and worksheets that will help grant applicants tailor their grant proposal to accompany the project narrative. There are also examples that applicants can use to guide them in preparing documentation for their grant proposals.
Please contact your regional Training and Technical Assistance (T/TA) Provider for application assistance.
Understanding ANA’s Merit Panel Review Process
ANA reviews grant applications using a merit review process. This page explains what that is and how to register for the panel.
What qualifications does ANA look for in a reviewer or chairperson?
- Experience in community-based projects
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Analytical skills
- Experience working with Native communities including Tribes or Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Independent thinker that can also work collaboratively with others