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Earth Honoring Tradition & Wisdom
        Monpa Festival, Bhutan What Earth honoring tradition and wisdom, that has been passed on to you, will you share with future generations? Indigenous mothers and matriarchs have the most responsibility in carrying and passing on ancient traditional knowledge to their youth. This transfer of knowledge ensures future generations can live sustainably and … Read More
What Do You Envision for the World?
        Indigenous cultures are not static, they change with the times. The Tribal Trust Foundation (TTF) is changing too. At our strategic planning retreat in the beautiful El Capitan Canyon, our board and advisors reflected on our purpose, past projects and how we can continue to be an effective ally organization to Indigenous … Read More
A Season Of New Beginnings
        Photo: Among The Monpas by Roberta MarroquÃn As we enter a season of new beginnings, the Tribal Trust and our fiscal partners are deeply grateful for your support which you have demonstrated by: taking the time to read our newsletters, following us on social media, taking action in your own … Read More
Preserving Indigenous Languages
        Exploring Monpa Land by Roberta MarroquÃn There are approximately 3,000 Indigenous languages at risk of extinction by the end of this century. When the Tribal Trust Foundation first met with the Monpa, the First Peoples of Bhutan, ten years ago, they asked us for help to preserve their language and culture before … Read More
Season’s Greetings!
        Season’s greetings! During the holidays, our thoughts turn to those who have contributed to our impact. Your support has meant everything to our organization and the Indigenous peoples we serve. With your help, the Tribal Trust Foundation (TTF) continues to make a difference in the lives of many indigenous peoples around the … Read More
It Is Almost Giving Tuesday!
        Support Our Work! This month we are reminded to be thankful for the bounty of love and abundance in our lives. GivingTuesday is an opportunity to support the work of the Tribal Trust Foundation so we can continue to bring smiles to the Indigenous youth of the Shipibo-Konibo in the Peruvian Amazon. … Read More
Indigenous People’s Day Interview with Barbara Savage
Enjoy this interviewed on 91.9 FM/kcsb.org by Joyce Chi about TTF roll in establishing Indigenous People’s Day in Santa Barbara, Ca. Listen and learn the history of how and why this celebration came to be in 2018.
A Special Announcement From The Himalayas
        Traditional Bhutanese Artwork Within Bhutan, a small Kingdom in the Himalayas, hidden away in the deep forest and high mountains, live the Monpa, the Indigenous people considered the country’s first inhabitants. In 2014, the Monpa asked the Tribal Trust to help them preserve their culture. We responded by funding their grassroots cultural … Read More
Support the San Bushmen!
        Photo of Baskets by Omba Arts Trust The Tribal Trust Foundation (TTF) serves as a fiscal agent to several nonprofit organizations whose projects further our mission. Traditional Lakota Elder Chief Black Spotted Horse, Founder of Bringing the Sacred Back to the Black Hills, Paha Sapa, Inc., has been a fiscal partner for many years. … Read More