Available To Eligible Licensed Child Care Providers: Please Contact The Grants Office For More Details
Please Contact the Grants Office for more details | 405-247-2448 ext. 1321
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Aug 25, 2023 | 2023, News | 0
Please Contact the Grants Office for more details | 405-247-2448 ext. 1321
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Aug 18, 2023 | 2023, Housing, News | 0
Click/tap here to download the Down Payment & Closing Cost Checklist Form!
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Aug 18, 2023 | 2023, News, Webinar | 0
A Telemedicine Informational Webinar was held on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at 11:00 AM. You can view the presentation below!
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Aug 11, 2023 | 2023, Family & Social Services, News | 0
Click here to take view the LIHEAP Model Plan and place your thoughts in the comments!
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Aug 11, 2023 | 2023, Family & Social Services, News | 0 |
Delaware Nation Community Service Block Grant Annual Survey Now Available!
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Aug 4, 2023 | 2023, News, Webinar | 0
A Telemedicine Informational Webinar will be held on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at 11:00 AM (approximately 30-45 minutes). Please email the enrollment number and name to ismith@delawarenation-nsn.gov to receive a virtual link to attend! Call 405-247-2448 if you have any questions!
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Jul 19, 2023 | 2023, News | 0 |
The Following Need To Please Contact The Grants Office | 405-247-2448 ext. 1321
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Jun 22, 2023 | 2023, News | 0
The 2023 Annual Report may be downloaded here!
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Jun 22, 2023 | 2023, Community Health Representative, Cultural Preservation, Delaware Nation Princess, Election Committee, Family & Social Services, Government Relations, Historic Preservation, News, Public Relations | 0
The 2023 General Council Meeting began on the beautiful Saturday morning of June 17, 2023, at 11:00 AM, with the President approaching the podium to welcome everyone in attendance.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Jun 20, 2023 | 2023, General Welfare Program, News | 0
This nationwide one-time application per household will pay up to $350.00 (while funding is available) to eligible tribal citizens who rent assist with electric, natural gas, propane, and/or water/sewer/trash utility bills.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Jun 17, 2023 | 2023, Cultural Preservation, Government Relations, News | 0
On June 17th, an election was conducted in accordance with the Election Ordinance of Delaware Nation. The Results of the election for the offices of Vice- President, Secretary, and Committee Person #2 are tallied as follows:
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Jun 16, 2023 | 2023, Family & Social Services, Historic Preservation, News | 0
The Supreme Court deliberated a major decision Thursday, June 15, 2023, in the Haaland v. Brackeen case, affirming the constitutionality of the Indian Child Welfare Act by a 7-2 vote.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Jun 15, 2023 | 2023, Family & Social Services, News, Programs, Recovery | 0
This one-time submission per Tribal Citizen ages 18 years old and older nationwide, is to provide a General Welfare Grocery Stipend of $200.00 while funding is available.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Jun 14, 2023 | 2023, Family & Social Services, News, Programs, Services | 0
PURPOSE: After the initial Broadband Laptop application was released and all Delaware Nation Households were given ample time to request a laptop kit, our program still has laptop kits remaining. If you have not previously been approved for or received a laptop kit as described below, this is your opportunity to apply for one.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Jun 1, 2023 | 2023, News | 0
Parents were invited to join their children for hot dogs and hamburgers with a side of chips, a drink, and a cookie for dessert! This open-house event lets parents fellowship with each other while their kids enjoy playground time. This is a great opportunity for parents to get one-on-one time with their teacher.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | May 31, 2023 | 2023, Cultural Preservation, Historic Preservation, News | 0
American Indian Citizenship Day is observed on June 2. It was on this day in 1924 that the Indian Citizenship Act by Congress granted citizenship to all American Indians born in the U.S. The day celebrates the history, heritage, and culture of American Indian tribes across the country. All the tribes have their own traditions and beliefs. American Indian Citizenship Day celebrates their contribution to the country’s culture and is a reminder of their enduring legacy.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | May 31, 2023 | 2023, Delaware Nation Court, News | 0
Delaware Nation filed suit against Holton over nine counts of obscenity for allegedly publishing (nude) photographs of himself on a tribally owned computer system and for tampering with public property, charged by means of Information.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | May 15, 2023 | 2023, Cultural Preservation, Delaware Nation Princess, Documentaries, News | 0
Click/tap to view photos from the Spring Powwow!
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | May 12, 2023 | 2023, Delaware Nation Court, News | 0
After a day of Trial on Thursday, May 11, 2023, Judge Prescott requested to recess around 4:40 PM (CST), to allow more time to review the details of the case.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | May 10, 2023 | 2023, Delaware Nation Court, News | 0
Defendant Kerry Holton, Previous Tribal President, is charged by means of Information with nine counts of obscenity for publishing (nude) photographs of himself on a tribally owned computer system and with tampering with public property.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | May 9, 2023 | 2023, Delaware Nation Court, News | 0
The following case is scheduled at the District Court of the Delaware Nation at the Delaware Nation complex, Anadarko, Oklahoma before District Judge Shannon Prescott, and the docket shall begin at 9:00 a.m.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | May 1, 2023 | Cultural Preservation, Education, Historic Preservation, History, News | 0 |
Tammanend or Tammany (loosely translated as “The Affable One”), was a Native American chief of the Lenni-Lenape tribe which resided in the Delaware Valley during the 17th century. It was Tammany who first met with William Penn in 1683 (under the branches of an enormous elm just north of present-day Philadelphia) and agreed to a peace with Pennsylvania’s original Quaker settlers that would last for over a century…
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Apr 18, 2023 | 2023, News | 0
On October 1, 2022, the Consortium Against Substance Abuse (CASA) was awarded contract #HHS124620220010 by the Indian Health Service in the amount of $220,852. Provided is a list of budget line items and amounts.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Apr 14, 2023 | 2023, Cultural Preservation, Government Relations, Historic Preservation, News | 0
Delaware Nation 2023 General Council Meeting – Youth In Action! | Where: Grady County Fairgrounds NW Event Center in Chickasha, OK | When: Saturday, June 17, 2023 | 11:00 AM Meeting | 11:30 AM Lunch (CST)
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Apr 11, 2023 | 2023, Facilities, News, Programs | 0
Delaware Nation is offering lawn mowing services to enrolled Delaware Nation elders during the summer months from May to August. To qualify for this service, a Delaware Nation elder must be 60 years of age or older before or on April 20, 2021.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Apr 11, 2023 | 2023, Cultural Preservation, News, Programs | 0
It’s that time of year again! This past year has been an exciting and busy year for our Delaware Nation Princess. All young ladies between the ages of 14-18 are encouraged to apply for Princess and enjoy a wonderful opportunity to represent Delaware Nation.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Apr 6, 2023 | 2023, Historic Preservation, News | 0
Princeton sits upon Lenapehoking the Homelands of Lenapehok the Lenape people. We are proud to work alongside these powerful leaders!
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Apr 5, 2023 | 2023, Cultural Preservation, News, Programs | 0
It’s that time of year again! This past year has been an exciting and busy year for our Delaware Nation Princess. All young ladies between the ages of 14-18 are encouraged to apply for Princess and enjoy a wonderful opportunity to represent Delaware Nation.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Mar 31, 2023 | 2023, Historic Preservation, News | 0
For the first time in Delaware Nation History, a woman President and a woman Vice-President will soon sit alongside one another.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Mar 31, 2023 | 2023, Cultural Preservation, Executive Committee, Government Relations, Historic Preservation, News | 0
Here you will find the official candidate statements for the June 17, 2023 election.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Mar 31, 2023 | 2023, Cultural Preservation, News | 0
It is with great honor that Delaware Nation would recognize Mary Dean Rice, the last living tribal citizen allottee of 169 original allottees and their siblings considered as possessing 4/4 degree of Delaware Nation Indian Blood. She is the great-granddaughter of Black Beaver!
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Mar 24, 2023 | 2023, News | 0
ATTENTION ADULT TRIBAL CITIZENS: The Annual RAED checks will mail out today, March 24, 2023. Your checks should arrive soon! Wanìshi.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Mar 17, 2023 | 2023, News | 0
In July, DNI was honored to sponsor the Oklahoma City Indian Clinic’s (OKCIC) Teaching Urban Roads to Lifestyle & Exercise (TURTLE) camp.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Mar 17, 2023 | 2023, Cultural Preservation, News | 0
Ribbon Skirt Making Classes were held and hosted at the Cultural Preservation building Tuesday evenings from 5:30 – 7:30 PM (CST), February 21 – March 14, 2023, instructed by Brenda Villalba.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Mar 17, 2023 | 2023, News | 0
There aren’t many opportunities to spend quality time with tribal citizens, and I was honored to meet Alfred Richard Molina, a descendant of Black Beaver! “Richard” is a pastor, Vietnam veteran of two tours, respiratory therapist, entrepreneur, and property owner dedicated to serving Native Americans through service and precision production occupations. His wife, Trudy Molina (Potawatomi), shares the same passion. She has spent many years in special education and loves serving others. Together, they plan to open a food & clothing pantry to serve the community!
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Mar 17, 2023 | 2023, News | 0
The Historic Preservation Department is underway with the digitization of artifacts and archives. Archivist, Billie Anderson, has digitized over 500 archival files in our collection thus far and is now in the process of digitizing material objects.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Mar 17, 2023 | 2023, News | 0
Delaware Nation’s Administration on Aging Department hosted an Elders Christmas party where participants arrived to receive a delicious Holiday meal served by Tribal staff.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Mar 17, 2023 | 2023, News | 0
On behalf of Delaware Nation, President Deborah Dotson was delighted to deliver a donation check for $4,800 to Mission Elementary, accepted by Principal Leah Bauman. The donation will grant Mission Elementary staff the funding needed to meet their UnFundraiser goal to provide a better learning experience by upgrading and creating more ways to increase student activity.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Mar 17, 2023 | 2023, News | 0
Woodward resident Willard Thomas generously donated $25,000 to Children’s Health Foundation.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Mar 17, 2023 | 2023, Cultural Preservation, News | 0
Delaware Nation Cultural Preservation Department hosted Native Song & Dance Classes during October – December 2022, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM (CST), with the class concluding on the evening of December 15, 2022, instructed by Michael Meeks II & Jimmy Reeder.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Mar 16, 2023 | 2023, News | 0
Janice maintains interests that are vital to the well-being of Delaware Nation citizens. Her position and responsibilities cannot be shared, thus making her resilient in achieving goals that better everyone under the nation’s umbrella. Janice always thoroughly examines all aspects of every decision she makes assuring operations run smoothly. Her eye for detail is sharp and true.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Mar 10, 2023 | 2023, Government Relations, News, Revenue Allocation Economic Development Plan | 0
The Revenue Allocation Economic Development (RAED) plan distribution will mail out soon. Please ensure Enrollment has your correct address on file to receive the per capita check without delay. Wanìshi!
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Mar 2, 2023 | 2023, Cultural Preservation, Historic Preservation, News, Tribal Spotlight | 0
March is Women’s History Month. This month Delaware Nation will be dedicated to honoring and highlighting strong Lenape women. We’ll be sharing about these influential Delaware women throughout the month!
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Mar 1, 2023 | 2023, Government Relations, News | 0
If you would like to attend please email your name and Delaware Nation Roll Number to info@DNlgov.com by March 21, 2023. Once your information is verified, you will receive an email with the zoom information and the access code.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Feb 28, 2023 | Administration On Aging, Community Health Representative, News | 0 |
Valentine’s Day is back! Loving joy filled the halls of the Administration on Aging building during a celebration for elders 60 and older. Participants arrived to sign in and were served a delicious Italian spaghetti meal with tasty treats and a chocolate fountain for dipping fruit and marshmallows. Director Wyndi Caraker and her team of Tribal coworkers catered to the guests then Wyndi hosted a game of Bingo where several winners hand-selected great prizes!
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Feb 28, 2023 | 2023, Cultural Preservation, History, News, Tribal Spotlight | 0
Native American Choctaw artist DG Smalling honors Delaware Nation once again through his incredible fine art skills with an illustration of the Wolf featured in the design of Coaquannock in acrylic. The top right-hand corner of the map’s border is where you can find the Wolf design that filled Mr. Smalling with artistic inspiration.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Feb 28, 2023 | 2023, Family & Social Services, News | 0
Delaware Nation Graduation Stoles are now being offered to enrolled tribal citizens graduating in the year 2023. If you are a graduating High School or College senior and would like to request a Delaware Nation Stole, please complete the following information and provide the required documents.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Feb 27, 2023 | Family & Social Services, News | 0 |
To subsidize Broadband Internet Service for approximately 1,000 Delaware Nation households up to the 100% medium income level for two years. A $65 monthly payment to Tribal households will be dispersed in a 6-month payment. With validation of 3 months of paid internet bills, an additional 18-month payment can be issued to the same household.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Feb 22, 2023 | 2023, Cultural Preservation, Historic Preservation, News, Tribal Spotlight | 0
Tribal Citizen Barton Standing Elk Cartwright Sr. is once again making strides in spreading Delaware Nation’s culture and awareness to the Northeast region of the Country. Artist John Guarneri has been commissioned to colorize a portrait of Mr. Cartwright Sr. drawn by Harold Willard, a native veteran who served in the Navy, that will be displayed on the wall of the Borough Hall of Somerville, New Jersey.
Read Moreby Wesley Boone | Feb 22, 2023 | 2023, Frontline Heroes, News, Tribal Spotlight | 0
A recent front line hero story got me thinking of how well and proactive the local township, community, and fire departments have been during these uncertain times. Today, we recognize the 25 years of service Eric Lopez has completed as a volunteer firefighter and chief for New Hope Fire Department.
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