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
The San Bushmen of Namibia
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
A Year In Review & Gratitude For YOU
We are very grateful to you for your generosity which has enabled the Tribal Trust Foundation (TTF) to carry out its mission to preserve and safeguard Indigenous cultures in an ever-changing world. During the last year, with your support, TTF has made significant progress on important projects and collaborations around the world. Please read about these projects below and take … Read More
Ancient Futures
Triangulum by Beth Moon Ancient Futures. I have been blessed to sit in the San Bushmen healing circle on the soft Kalahari Desert sands many nights over the past years. Listening to the rhythmic clapping and singing of the women puts me in an altered state and at peace. I watch the medicine men go … Read More
A Celebration of Trees: Honoring the Mbuti People
This month we are celebrating trees and the indigenous people who have long been the guardians of the forest. Naturally, we think of the Mbuti Pygmies, who, for thousands of years have lived sustainably as hunter-gatherers in the Ituri Forest–the world’s second largest rainforest located in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. … Read More
Stronger Together
“Let us put our minds together and see what life we can make for our children.” – Sitting Bull, Lakota HAPPY NEW YEAR! Our wish for 2022 is to continue to work together with YOU–our kindred spirit donors, partners, and Indigenous friends in fulfilling the mission of the Tribal Trust to share Native wisdom through education and philanthropy in support of Mother … Read More
Love, Joy, Hope
Holiday ornaments from my home to yours! Wooden bird made by the San Bushmen in Namibia, red woven circle baskets handmade in Bhutan. May this year’s end bring what you have given others through your support of the Tribal Trust Foundation–the fulfillment of dreams, joy, love, and hope! We’re sharing these photos of some of the people you have touched this year … Read More
Join TTF on a Once in a Lifetime Trip to Tanzania
You are invited to travel with the Tribal Trust Foundation on our exclusive, Once in a Lifetime, trip in Tanzania. 7 nights & 8 days November 19th – November 26th, 2021 Travel to support the Tribal Trust in our mission to share indigenous wisdom through education and philanthropy in support of nature and global healing. Your $1,000 tax-deductible donation and $14,500 … Read More