Providing a Path for Future Generations

Providing a Path for Future Generations

by | Oct 19, 2021 | Blog

The Native American Heritage Fund Distributes 2021 Grants The Native American Heritage Fund Board awarded over $480,000 in grants during the virtual 2021 NAHF Check Distribution Friday, July 16. The NHBP Seven Grandfather Teachings continue to guide NHBP and NAHF...
NHBP Offers Multiple Avenues to Mental Wellness

NHBP Offers Multiple Avenues to Mental Wellness

by | Oct 14, 2021 | Blog, Health

October 10 marks the annual World Mental Health Day. As many of us have seen throughout the past 18 months of COVID-19 calamity, a healthy mind is key to navigating challenges and unforeseen circumstances. NHBP’s Behavioral Health Services saw its fair share of...
Domestic Violence Month: Honoring Indigenous Survivors

Domestic Violence Month: Honoring Indigenous Survivors

by | Sep 30, 2021 | Blog, MMIP

“Even in thought, women are to be respected.” These sage words from Native activist and leader Tillie Black Bear of the Sicangu Lakota, known as the Grandmother of the Battered Women’s Movement, emphasize the deep reverence for women ingrained within Native American...
Indian Boarding Schools: Orange Shirt Day

Indian Boarding Schools: Orange Shirt Day

by | Sep 28, 2021 | Blog

In 1973, just after turning six, Phyllis (Jack) Webstad cheerfully and carefully chose an orange shirt to wear on her first day at the Mission School near Dog Creek Indian Reserve in British Columbia, Canada. The shirt so perfectly embodied her feelings of excitement...
NHBP and EGLE Float the Kalamazoo River

NHBP and EGLE Float the Kalamazoo River

by | Sep 27, 2021 | Blog

Tribal Representatives Survey Impacted Area for Environmental, Cultural and Historical Significance Through the years, NHBP Environmental staff have collaborated with local environmental organizations to monitor and protect waterways. Recently, our environmental staff...
Mnwajmowen {Good News} From The Rez

Mnwajmowen {Good News} From The Rez

by | Aug 25, 2021 | Blog, Mnwajmowen

*|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|* Mnwajmowen {Good News} From The Rez Bozho! We at NHBP hope that, regardless of your vaccination status, you’re all staying safe and remembering the three W’s: wear your mask, watch your distance and wash your hands. Check out virtual events,...
Mnwajmowen {Good News} From The Rez

Mnwajmowen {Good News} From The Rez

by | Aug 10, 2021 | Blog, Mnwajmowen

*|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|* Mnwajmowen {Good News} From The Rez Upcoming Events 1. Hotel Tower II Grand Opening  Aug. 12-14 A special VIP event for Tribal Members ONLY!  •    August 12:  Tribal Elders + 1 guest Each Tribal Member can stay one night...
Blueberries and Healthy Cooking

Blueberries and Healthy Cooking

by | Aug 6, 2021 | Education, Health

NHBP’s Health Department teamed up with Prevention Specialist Heather Kozar and Tribal Youth Program Coordinator Abbey Fuller July 27 to treat Tribal youth to a day of blueberry picking at Eicher’s Blueberry Farm in Burr Oak, Mich. and recipe-making. After spending...