DNI Sponsors OKCIC TURTLE Camp
In July, DNI was honored to sponsor the Oklahoma City Indian Clinic’s (OKCIC) Teaching Urban Roads to Lifestyle & Exercise (TURTLE) camp.
Ribbon Skirt Making Classes Conclude
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.
Introducing Black Beaver Medical Supply
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!
Updates From The Historic Preservation Office
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.
Delaware Nation Administration On Aging Hosts Elders Christmas Party
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.
Donation Helps Mission Elementary Meet Their ‘UnFundraiser’ Goal
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.
