Burial Assistance (BA) — up to $2,500 for funeral costs
Burial Assistance provides up to $2,500 to eligible tribal members of Ambler, Buckland, Deering, Kiana, Kivalina, Kobuk, Noatak, Noorvik, Selawik, and Shungnak toward funeral expenses. The surviving spouse (or, if none, the relative arranging the funeral) applies and must show the deceased lived in the Maniilaq service area for at least 6 consecutive months before passing; BIA burial funds do not allow reimbursement and are only available when no other resources exist. Call 907-442-7021, or reach Patient Advocacy at 907-442-7156 for burial assistance applications tied to a hospital death.
Who it’s for
Surviving spouse or arranging relative of a tribal member who resided in the Maniilaq service area 6+ months before passing
This is what the program lists. Only the provider can say whether you qualify.
What’s the difference?
A service may have its own membership, shareholder or residency requirements. Check the wording on each service.
- Shareholder services
- Check the corporation’s requirements.
- Tribal programs
- Check the program’s enrollment requirements.
- Borough services
- Check the service’s residency requirements.
You can browse without telling us which apply to you.
What to bring isn’t listed. Check with the provider before you start.
Provider information
View official informationQuestions to ask
Who can get this, and what should I bring?
Which application or form fits my situation?
After you contact them
Ask the provider how to confirm receipt and when to follow up. A response time is not listed here.