Some current models

• A community foundation established by local revenues. This organization can be utilized for the benefit of the tribal community and to make grants to outside organizations.
• A tribe that receives grants for its own programs.
• A tribal college that receives contributions for its own programs.
• A tribal government and government entity can still be audited by the IRS
• A tribe that utilizes its 7871 status and/or a 501(c)(3) organization.
• A tribal subdivision that creates a restricted fund to receive donations for the benefit of the organization’s purpose and to benefit Indian Country in general. This program both receives and distributes grants and donations.