Most Americans think of the bow and arrow as a tool for hunting or sports. But writer and craftsman Joseph Marshall III has always seen the bow and arrow as a source of spiritual guidance. In Lakota culture and in Native American culture more generally, the bow and arrow offer us a set of teachings that help us understand ourselves, each other, and our ancestors ..read more

A tribe famous for their horsemanship, generosity, and commitment to their culture, the Nez Perce tribe has touched American history through several vital chapters. From their initial interactions with the first settlers to the Gold Rush, read on to learn more about the Nez Perce and their legacy.  ..read more

Zitkala-Sa was born Gertrude Simmons on February 22, 1876, on the Yankton Indian Reservation in South Dakota, and died on January 26, 1938, in Washington, D.C.  Her legacy endures through her contributions as a writer, educator, activist, and musician. Her work continues to inspire generations with her unwavering commitment to her people and her vision for equality and cultural preservation. As Zitkala-Šá once said, "There had been no doubt about the direction in which I wished to go to spend my energies in a work for the Indian race ..read more

Nine children started their final journey home from Carlisle, Pennsylvania. They made several stops along the way for prayer services. On the evening of July 16, 2021, they reached their destination surrounded by members of their nation at a town called Mission, located on the Rosebud Indian Reservation. It seemed like such a fuss for nine children, but they were finally going back home after a century of being gone. Lucy Pretty Eagle Rose Long Face Ernest Knocks Off Dennis Strikes First Maude Little Girl Friend Hollow Horn Bear Warren Painter Alvan Dora Her Pipe Those are the names of the ch ..read more

Fashion is a language, a signal that tells others who you are and what you represent. However, the fashion industry has for centuries exploited class, race, gender, and the products used in its creation. In a perhaps surprising turn of events, the emerging Native Fashion Industry is turning the tables on exploitation to become a beacon of representation, reclamation, resilience, and empowerment for a new generation of fashionistas ..read more

2023 offered many opportunities for us to impact our community and meet tangible needs on reservations. Because of your support, we were able to change lives and improve circumstances. Thank you for your ongoing support and care for Native communities!  Join us as we look back on the impact we made together in 2023 with thankfulness and excitement for what's to come ..read more

November is Native American Heritage Month. This month was established to honor and recognize Native Americans as the first people of this nation and to celebrate both their cultural heritage and integral importance to our past, our present, and our future.   ..read more

Serving to protect this nation is something Native Americans have done since the Revolutionary War. Many ask how is it possible that Natives want to serve a country where "they [U.S. military] weren't nice to you?" Peter MacDonald, WWII Navajo Code Talker, explains, "Still, this is our land. This [America] is our home; this has always been our home…we have always wanted to fulfill a warrior path." After interviewing and researching several people of various ages, it is evident that the warrior spirit binds the Native American people from 573 sovereign nations together. To be an akicitas (warr ..read more

The Comanche Nation has a history of fiercely defending its territory and challenging the encroachment of settlers. As one of the most renowned and warlike tribes in history, they struck fear in the hearts of anyone who approached their land. However, they have as rich and diverse history and culture as any other Native American tribe ..read more

Known for their staunch resistance to relocation and commitment to their cultural roots, the Seminole Native Americans created a name for themselves in American history. Their legacy includes innovative housing solutions, inclusive communities, three wars, and being the only tribe who never signed a final peace treaty.  ..read more