Central Council Tlingit & HaidaKetchikan

Tlingit & Haida Burial Assistance

Helps surviving spouse or responsible relative with burial costs when the deceased Alaska Native/American Indian lived in the service area (Saxman included) for the last 6 months and lacked resources. Apply within 180 days of death (the form itself says 30 days), after applying to the State of Alaska General Relief burial program; include death certificate, proof of tribal membership, proof of insufficient resources and mortuary info. Phone 907-463-7332 / 800-344-1432 ext 7332; email GATANFDocs@tlingitandhaida.gov.