Navajo Financial Assistance Unit
The Navajo Nation Division of Children and Family Services’ Financial Assistance Unit (FAU) is dedicated to fostering the well-being and prosperity of our community and provides financial assistance to eligible individuals and households.
Navajo FAU Video Introduction
General Assistance (GA)
The General Assistance program covers basic needs, for those who meet eligibility requirements.
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program helps eligible, low-income Navajo households living on the reservation pay their primary source of heating or cooling costs or with weatherizing their home to make it more energy efficient.
LIHEAP applications are paused until mid-December while we process ones already submitted.
Navajo School Clothing & Supplies (NSCS)
The Navajo School Clothing and Supplies program is for eligible, school aged (3-18 years old) Navajo children to purchase clothing and supplies, of their choice, to promote school attendance, encourage academic performance, and to support self-confidence.
2026 school year applications are closed until further notice.
Burial Assistance (BA)
The Burial Assistance program is available to indigent decedents who meet eligibility criteria according to the payment standards established by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Effective November 1, 2025, burial assistance increases from $2,500.00 to $3,500.00
Community Services Block Grant (CSBG)
The Community Services Block Grant helps eligible, low income households pay for basic everyday needs such as food, job training, and medical expenses.
Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP)
The Low Income Household Water Assistance Program helps eligible, low income households pay their water/wastewater bill that may be past due or are facing disconnection.
