California Tribal Housing Accelerator Academy

This six-month technical assistance program provides practitioner-driven housing development fundamentals, peer-to-peer support, and approximately 20 hours of free, individualized TA from experts to help Tribal organizations maximize state housing funds and build internal capacity for construction. Federally recognized California Tribes, Tribally Designated Housing Entities, Tribes listed on the California heritage commission list, or Native-led 501(c)3 organizations involved in housing provision are eligible.

Cohort members receive $3,000 participation grant to cover travel and dedicated staff time, and can access an additional mini-grant of up to $10,000 for direct pre-development costs. The 2026 cycle is forthcoming.