What Do You Envision for the World?

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                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

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A SEASON OF NEW BEGINNINGS

                    Photo: Among The Monpas by Roberta Marroquín 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

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                Exploring Monpa Land by Roberta Marroquín 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!

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                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!

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                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

A Special Announcement From The Himalayas

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                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

Shipibo-Konibo, the Indigenous people of the Ucayali River in Peru

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The Shipibo-Konibo, the Indigenous people of the Ucayali River in Peru, are a shamanic culture that is world renown for healing with plant medicines such as ayahuasca. Medicine songs and designs are incorporated into their textiles, ceramics, and tools. Shipibo-Konibo Elders continue to assume lead roles in protecting their land, culture, and spiritual traditions. They are mentoring the next generation … Read More

Support the San Bushmen!

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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

The San Bushmen of Namibia

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                  San Bushmen Rain Dance Artwork by Sheila Terry The Tribal Trust Foundation (TTF) has a long relationship with the Ju/’hoansi San of Namibia and Botswana who live in the northwestern Kalahari by responding to their requests to assist with preservation of their traditional culture. Nearly twenty years ago, the TTF provided support to the Kalahari Peoples Fund to … Read More