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Causes: Human Service Organizations, Human Services

Mission: Partnership With Native Americans is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit committed to championing hope for a brighter future for Native Americans living on remote, isolated and impoverished reservations. PWNA maintains relationships with hundreds of reservation programs focused on leading positive change within their tribal communities. A BBB-accredited charity, our mission is: Serving immediate needs. Supporting long-term solutions. Our vision is: Strong, self-sufficient Native American communities.

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260 Stories from Volunteers, Donors & Supporters

Rave2025, General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

04/17/2025

Trusted Partner in Building Tribal Resilience and Leadership Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Over the years, PWNA has been a consistent and reliable partner in our community resilience work on the Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation. In 2024 alone, their support played a vital role in several of our emergency preparedness initiatives—helping us deliver high-quality CERT trainings, CPR/First Aid/AED certification, and facilitating important emergency manager convenings. These trainings directly strengthened our frontline response capacity and brought together tribal, county, and nonprofit partners to collaborate more effectively. PWNA has also made a real impact through leadership development. Their support for our community in attending critical events like the Thunder Valley Liberation Summit and the State Department of Health conference allowed our community to grow professionally and strategically. Their commitment to food sovereignty and emergency investment projects, including grants for animal welfare and local food efforts, continues to support the long-term sustainability to the Cheyenne River Sioux tribe Reservation. PWNA doesn’t just provide resources—they show up, listen, and help us build from within. Their culturally grounded, community-driven approach makes them an invaluable partner in our shared mission to serve Native communities with dignity and vision. Wopila tanka! — Mr. Art Rave

rwright84 Volunteer

Rating: 5

05/09/2025

I've been partnering with PWNA for around 3 years, and they never cease to amaze me. Not only are they professional, yet approachable, but they provide superb customer service. They take the time to listen to our needs, and ask what works and what doesn't work for us. Every staff I've ever encountered have been polite, friendly and willing to go the extra mile to help out.

Susie Laducer

Susie Laducer Client Served

Rating: 5

04/30/2025

I work as a Coordinator at the Turtle Mountain Home Visiting program. We have worked with PWNA for over 8 years. We love the items that this organization provides to our clients. The items that are given to our clients help alleviate the cost of having to purchase it themselves. The cost of everything is rising and it makes it hard for some families to purchase these items on their own. All the staff are great to work and the items we receive are always very much appreciated. Thank you for everything that you have done for us!

wopilawin Client Served

Rating: 5

04/23/2025

Partnerships with Native Americans touches so many native people across their service area, improving our ability to be prepared for any disaster or emergency situation that arises. Most of my state (South Dakota) is rural and access to emergency response services is slower here than anywhere simply due to our rural area. Training and services provided by PWNA will assist my family and local community. I feel like we have become a family, striving to better prepare each other for anything that comes our way. The resources they provide are a great asset to our community but the support that goes along with those resources is invaluable. The staff are so very informative and helpful in every aspect of the organization. Knowledge, commitment and compassion makes the difference in how PWNA touches our people.
Here are some of the outstanding services and issues which I have had the opportunity to participate in with PWNA.
Emergency Preparedness activities
CERT Training- we had approximately 87 people from our reservation communities take this training
CPR/First Aid/AED- In my home community, we will have 6 people trained and ready to assist our local families
FEMA Training in the Tribal Curriculum Courses-our tribal and departmental leaders were able to take the course and gain the skills we need to become part of the overall NIMS.
Emergency Manager Convening’s -native emergency managers and teams are a little different than non native teams, we have distinct needs, PWNA knows this and helps us come together. Youth Mental Health First Aid-all communities need this training - today our youth are vulnerable and they need help, Video for Get and Go Emergency Kit-we planned, developed and filmed this with the intent of reaching the Lakota Nation and hopefully more native communities all with the support and leadership from PWNA
There are so many other PWNA events and trainings I have collaborated with and attended: Leadership Development, Four Directions Alumni activities – Thunder Valley Liberation Summit, Strategic Planning and Asset Mapping, Supporting conference attendance (Regional Tribal Emergency Management Summit, SDEMA, EOM and SDDOH State Conference), CIP – Community Investment Projects, Animal Welfare grants, Food Sovereignty grants. I just cannot show my gratitude for PWNA more - they have touched me, my family, my community and my tribe.

Tyrrell.DeCoteau Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/23/2025

I am a member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa in North Dakota and I also volunteer and run a food pantry in Dunseith North Dakota named the Heart of the Turtle Mountain Food Pantry. We have been a partner with PWNA going on a year now and they have been amazing with product assistance and household necessities which the people in our area desperately need!! We wouldn't be able to help as much as we are able to without PWNA assisting us. We love working with them!!

TinaJennen Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/22/2025

What an incredible team!! PWNA has provided extensive wraparound support for our tribal community, including impactful investment into our food sovereignty and emergency preparedness. Additional support has been provided for conference attendance to help grow our networks and capabilities. Other initiatives include several health and safety training options such as mental health first aid. PWNA is such a joy to experience, bringing our communities resources and hope!

LTAR Board Member

Rating: 5

04/21/2025

The Lake Traverse Animal Rezcue has partnered with Partnership With Native Americans for many years. Not long after we started, we worked with them to get supplies. Since 2020 we've been able to get grant funding for our programs. Because we have very little regular income, we're only able to provide many services thanks to Partnership With Native Americans. We work to improve the lives of animals on the reservation by removing unwanted animals and transporting them to our rescue partners. A small portion of cats go to our adoption center in the Twin Cities. And we also provide spay/neuter and vaccination services for a very small copay, and help with funding for pet owners experiencing major medical issues. PWNA is dropping off supplies for us this week to hand out to community members at our spay/neuter clinic in early May.

jbelg Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/17/2025

The supplies that PWNA has donated to the Turtle Mountain Recovery Center has been very impactful for our clients. Many of our clients need assistance with basic care items and PWNA was able to provide these types of items which included shampoo, conditioner, lotion, deodorant, laundry soap, clothing, and so much more. The clients are very excited to receive items that they may not be able to afford on their own. PWNA is very easy to work with and look forward to partnering with them for years to come.

1stgrade Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/16/2025

I am not sure what I would do without the wonderful help that our school receives from Partnership With Native Americans. This program has helped our school and the community that we services in more ways that I can explain. Partnership With Native Americans has allowed our school to help others that are in need of critical resources that they can not afford. When we distribute the items during our family nights we see the smiles that it puts on families that are having a hard time. It allows people a safe place that does not judge when hard times have hit. This program has given me personally great joy in giving back to the community that I teach in. My job is not just teaching, but helping the students and families that we serve and this program does that for our school.

caitlin.whiting Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/16/2025

Just want to give a huge thank you and appreciation out to our Partnership with Native Americans in Rapid City, SD. They have helped provide a lot of goods and resources for our families here on the Rosebud Sioux Tribe Reservation. Especially, for our families in need who come through our Head Start/Early Head Start program. We have also seen their process at the warehouse in which they cover a lot of ground work for everyone they partner with. Their hard work is appreciated and it has been a blessing all year so far for us! Thank you, thank you, thank you!! We hope to further continue our partnership with Partnership with Native Americans!

Scoversup Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/16/2025

My name is Sylvan Covers Up, and I am the Crow Tribe Disaster Emergency Services Director, and I have worked with PWNA on several occasions, and I must say that PWNA have been there by my side through it all. Joshua Arce, Laura Schad, and Cheryl Bad Wound have been the pinnacle at its best. PWNA provides everything that we need as far as resources needed in certain situations. We have provided an Emergency Management in Tribal Workforce class, and they were there to provide services. Each of them has done so much in their part to make PWNA, PWNA. They work tirelessly and they make sure you are comfortable. They do all the hard work for you so that way, you can worry about getting there. I appreciate everything they do and what they stand for. I wish them the best of luck in the future, and I pray for them and their families. Aho'

roliver72 Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/16/2025

The Rosebud emergency preparedness program continues to strengthen community resilience through a multifaceted approach. In partnership with Partnership With Native Americans, key functions were delivered to enhance local capacity. CPR/First aid/AED, CERT (Community Emergency Response Team), and FEMA training were integrated into the tribal curriculum courses, equipping community members with critical emergency response skills. Emergency managers convened for strategic planning and asset mapping sessions in Rosebud, fostering interagency coordination and readiness. The partnership also supported conference attendance, including participation in the Regional Tribal Emergency Management Summit, to promote professional development and the exchange of best practices. Additionally, the program applied for assistance through Animal Welfare grants which was awarded to the local animal shelter. I am very thankful PWNA and Laura Schad had reached out with assistance over the past few years when resources were needed.

cwalker57701 Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/08/2025

Nate Evans at PWNA is an immense asset to partner agencies in Western South Dakota, and a great resource for industry knowledge and assistance!

smcguire General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

03/27/2025

I work with Nate Evans in the Rapid City, SD location of Partnership with Native Americans providing sales and service for their forklifts and other material handling equipment. I am in and out of facilities of all industries and sizes, and Nate's warehouse is far and away the cleanest and most well-kept I have ever seen in my 10 years in the material handling industry. Nate's dedication and hard work doesn't stop at the warehouse operations, it also crosses over to his relationships with coworkers and business partners. Nate treats everyone with tremedous respect and knows that it takes a complete team effort to acheive true success. PWNA has a great overall team in Rapid City with Nate steering the ship and will continue to deliver A+ service to their local communities for years to come!

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General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

03/05/2024

I am a sales rep for a material handling dealership in South Dakota. We provide equipment and service work to the warehouse in Rapid City. Nate Evans is the warehouse manager and is the type of customer sales reps dream about. He takes great pride in the appearance and upkeep of his warehouse and equipment as well as treating all of the employees and business partners with the utmost dignity and repsect. He is a person who values relationships and people while understanding the impact and value that trusted partnerships have in this world. In addition to all of this, he works for a company that gives back to the community in many ways and it really shows what kind of person he is as a whole. With Nate running the Rapid City warehouse, communities can rest assured that goods will be handled and stored properly for safe distribution. Thank you Nate and PWNA for all you do!

jebaker Volunteer

Rating: 5

05/23/2024

This organization's in kind contributions has helped increase community engagement in our FACE Program. The incentives are greatly appreciated due to the fact that our families have limited income. Increasing our participation numbers is one of our primary goals. With that in mind, this organization's contributions helps us meet that goal. Submitted by John Baker/Dzilth-Na-O-Dith-Hle School, Bloomfield NM.

Rezedout Client Served

Rating: 5

04/24/2024

I have had the pleasure of being associated with the Partnership with Native Americans program for about 10 years, and it has been an amazing experience. The programs they offer provide valuable support to tribal communities, and PWNA has greatly supported our efforts in Indian Country to help develop up-and-coming leaders. Their programs have helped increase the knowledge and skills of these leaders, enabling them to make a positive impact in their communities. I have noticed that PWNA has a deep appreciation and commitment to assisting others and building lasting friendships.

melanie7thompson Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/17/2024

Youth living on the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation benefit greatly from Partnership With Native Americans. Standing Rock Sioux Reservation has a population of 8,000 which 43% is unemployed and are living at or below U.S. Poverty Rates.
Standing Rock Sioux Tribe Youth suffer daily without their basic needs being met. Food is a basic need that is usually provided by the school to nourish their bodies. Standing Rock Youth are in need of any kind of donation your program can help them with. The youth appreciate your kind donations in any form and benefit in every way.
Young mothers benefit from the diapers and clothing for their kids. Families benefit from the household products and hygiene products donated by your company and organizations. Again/Ake' Wopila Tanka/Big Thanks.

Attached you will find a picture from April 11, 2024 at the Cannonball Elementary School Parent/Teacher Conference. The Solen High School student council are giving away free food/household product boxes to families in the community.

Pilamiya Ye'/Thank You from Standing Rock Youth in Cannon Ball, North Dakota.

VAdams10 Client Served

Rating: 5

04/16/2024

I am so thankful for Partnership with Native Americans. I have been blessed to be able to work with a few of their programs.
Four Directions Leadership Cohort 8 (2023)
Four Directions Alumni Grant Writing Retreat (December 2023)
Native Youth Four Directions training with Chef Kim Brave Heart (2022)
I am an active community leader and the trainings offered are of great substance and provided me with so much information and new friends. The staff is very professional and personable and are great assets to all the programs provided.

boss-2024 Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/15/2024

The CRST Diabetes Program has a long history with Partnership with Native Americans. While the title of this non-profit agency has changed throughout the years their commitment to helping Native Americans has not. PPWNA has been an invaluable and unmeasurable resource for our program. We have been able to provide incentives to our program participants from items given by PWNA to us. The shipments received are of quality items and are incredibly appreciated. Household cleaning supplies and hygiene items are requested by patients and then are distributed for patients who come in for education services, clinic, immunization updates and to get their testing supplies. I am honored to be a program partner with PWNA. The Diabetes Program truly appreciates the staff in Rapid City, the drivers and the donors who donate the items to Partnership with Native Americans. We thank you all.

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KJG2024 Client Served

Rating: 5

04/15/2024

Partnership with Native Americans is an amazing organization that has provided the San Carlos Apache Tribe with:

Emergency Preparedness activities
• CERT Training
• CPR/First Aid/AED
• Active Shooter, Self-Defense & Awareness

Leadership Development
• Strength Finders, and goal setting/mission statement
• Customer Service

They have assisted with Emergency Preparedness, Emergency Response Training, and Leadership Development. To date, we have 42 tribal members that have received trainings under Partnership with Native Americans and have developed an educated Emergency Response Volunteer Team that meets the guidelines and requirements of FEMA.

asunkaluta24 Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

04/15/2024

Since my initial involvement in 2017, my partnership with the Partnership With Native Americans (PWNA) has been nothing short of transformative. My journey began with the enlightening "Train the Trainer" program, which paved the way for further engagement in notable initiatives such as the first and second annual Youth Food Sovereignty Summits and participation in the prestigious Four Directions (4D) Leadership Program, Cohort 7.

The breadth of opportunities facilitated by PWNA is remarkable. I was privileged to attend the Lakota Media Summit hosted by Thunder Valley CDC, an event that not only broadened my perspective but also enabled me to establish a significant professional connection, courtesy of PWNA's extensive network and resources. This encounter, among others, has been instrumental in enriching my professional and professional journey.

PWNA’s commitment to capacity building within Native American communities is evident through their continuous offering of workshops focused on essential skills such as grant writing and fundraising. Each workshop is meticulously designed to enhance professional development and empower participants, creating a cycle of growth and continuous engagement for native leadership.

The impact of PWNA on Native American communities cannot be overstated. This organization not only invests in the communities themselves but also in cultivating strong leadership within. It is a privilege to collaborate with an organization so deeply committed to nurturing potential and advancing the collective well-being of Native American communities.

I look forward to maintaining my involvement with PWNA and continuing to witness and contribute to the positive transformations they champion. If you are considering a partnership with PWNA, expect a journey filled with growth, learning, and profound community impact.

alexisedgar Client Served

Rating: 5

04/12/2024

Partnership With Native Americans (PWNA) is an outstanding organization. The Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate has had their support for many years, however; I have had the privilege of working with Laura and the PWNA team for the past year and it has been wonderful! Just this year, this organization has donated food and emergency supplies to the SWO Office of Emergency Management that we were able to disburse to all 7 of our districts that operate as emergency shelters in times of need, in addition to our warming house that serves the local homeless population. PWNA's gracious donation means that we are more equipped to respond to disasters. They have also assisted with trainings, and various other projects including food sovereignty efforts. We are lucky to know them and have them as a resource!

cainkaeleigh Client Served

Rating: 5

04/11/2024

I am a recipient of a few scholarships from the American Indian Education Fund. They are so wonderful to interact with and I am so grateful for everything they have done for me. Such as the welcome boxes which were so nice to receive and a great surprise, the spring gift cards are something I did not expect and they helped a lot! Also, the Holiday stockings, another great gift given. Things like these show that the organization really cares for you and is there to support you along your higher education path.

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valleyview31 Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/10/2024

For over 8 years as the emergency manager for the Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate, Partnership With Native Americans has been an amazing partnership. We have been the benefactor of numerous training opportunities including SWOT, Continuity of Operations, Cert and EMT. These sessions have allowed the Oyate to become much more resilient as we respond to and recover from the 7 Presidential disaster declarations we have experienced in the last 6 years. When an unmet need arises Partnership with Native Americans has been there to assist with much needed food and emergency supply kits that help our Tribal members in time of great need. Partnership With Native Americans has had a significant impact on providing training for our Community Emergency Response Teams and EMT. We now have several Tribal Members working with local ambulance crews here on the reservation. Not only did PWNA provide the training but helped with job creation and ultimately these EMT are saving lives.

thanks
Jim Pearson
Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate
Emergency Management

PTsoodle Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 4

03/20/2024

This organization called Partnership with Native Americans supports Native communities in many different ways. In Taos Pueblo we received donations which we hand out as incentives for people participating in the Healthy Living program. If tribal members come to fitness classes or educational workshops a minimum 87 times a month they receive hygiene or fitness items to boost their intrinsic motivation rewarding them for taking care of their health. The program is consistent and supportive as they address the needs in Native communities through a wide range of programs caring for elders, animals that are considered family members in Native communities and helped greatly during the covid pandemic [providing masks, wipes, Clorox, anti bacterial wipes, paper products that we sold out in stores and in high demand and costly. In our community the cost of living is high and getting the incentives helps people to offset cost of food and rent which are quite high in this rural tourist driven community, We are thankful for their support and have work with them for over 6 or more years,

wbtd8787 Volunteer

Rating: 5

03/13/2024

We have been partnered with them for a few month now and they do an outstanding job with the incentives they bring to our youth. It really has boosted community involvement.

12 Hills Dog Rescue Volunteer

Rating: 5

03/09/2024

We are a small rural rescue in northeast Nebraska that operates on the Omaha Reservation.
Partnership with Native Americans have walked beside us for years. They have donated items that assist us on our mission to rescue dogs from the Omaha and Winnebago reservations. The support they have given has been outstanding. This group of caring individuals have made it possible for our small rural rescue to do amazing thing for the animals in our community. This year they assisted us in a kennel upgrade, assistance for spay and neuters and provide special care for sick and injured dogs. The items donated to the rescue are great and we share them with those in need as well as volunteers at the rescue. Below see a photo of Our Diaper Box puppies that were dumped near our farm.

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Client Served

Rating: 5

09/03/2014

12 Hills Dog Rescue appreciates the tremendous support we have received from NRC. They have assisted us monthly with donations of food and supplies. They also provided us with a water tank so that when the area was without drinking water, we would still be able to haul water for our dogs at the rescue. Thanks to all of you at National Relief Charities! You are truly a blessing to us!

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SPIM1941 Volunteer

Rating: 5

03/08/2024

We were delighted to partner with this entity to help supplement the food pantry that we run. There has been excellent communication between us in terms of ordering and deliveries. The driver who brings our product has been very friendly and accommodating. It has also been helpful to be notified by the staff when our reports are due.

tlablanc Volunteer

Rating: 5

05/03/2023

I would like to thank you for being such an amazing partner throughout this journey of the Partnership With Native Americans. I am so grateful for having been associated with you from the beginning of this pandemic. In the span of 2 years, we have seen so many ups and downs, but I am glad we stood together. Your trust in my ideas and your management made us grow at a fast pace.

I would like to thank you for your dedication, efforts, hard work and patience towards our business. Without your belief in our company, we might not have been able to achieve the heights of success that we did. It is only because of our combined efforts that we are one of many Tribes working with Partnership With Native Americans in Indian Country.

Thank you once again, you are a wonderful partner and true friend. I hope we will work together always and take this business to great heights.

Sincerely,
Thomas "Sonny" LaBlanc

dogsrock3 Donor

Rating: 5

05/02/2023

I am pleased to recommend Partnership with Native Americans and Northern Plains Reservation Aid under that umbrella again this year.
PWNA receives bequests from your will to assist with financial needs of Native Americans. Joe Langenderfer is the contact. phone 214-217-2600 ext. 111. Joe will be glad to assist you and tell you more about this program.
Darwin Long is in charge of Northern Plains Reservation Aid. Search NPRA for list of programs their descriptions and for making donations. This organization has 4 star rating.

NPRA addresses fundamental needs to help sustain Native peoples in NDakota reservations.
Housing, food,water,fuel,sewage medical and education services are provided. Transportation funds are needed to get the supplies out in inclimate weather. Donations are available for mothers and babies also.

Most issues facing Native American people including shorter life spans and infant mortality have come about due to government and white Americans abuses /atrocities beginning with uprooting a people from their way of life and putting them into Western culture stripping them of their dignity resources culture as well as taking many lives.

It is natural for me to want to give back to our original North American ancestors who have such beautiful traditions and knowledge /reverence for our Earth. We need to learn to live in connection with the Earth creating healthier air,water, land and seas today before our planet is destroyed.

When you give to PWNA AND NARA you are becoming a person who contributes albeit minimally rather than taking. Please learn more about these programs on line and give.


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Donor

Rating: 5

04/25/2022

I have been sharing with Northern Reservation Plains Reservation Aid for about 10 or 11 years. I feel very blessed to be apart of this organization and Southwestern Reservations under PWNA. It is a great honor to give to my hearts connection the Native American people where my connection ♥️ and heart lies. Darwin Long, Chairman, coordinates w Native American people thru Northern Plains Reservation Aid on the reservations and workers to help supply the many needs for survival in poverty and isolated areas where some agencies can not go. Transportation getting fuel weatherization food medicine and training is a cold harsh job but the warmth compassion and drive of this organization helps immediate needs and long range goals for over 250,000 Native Americans in remote areas. There is a great website for explaining in detail all of the programs and what they give to the different service areas under PWNA so you can see exactly what program you are giving to when you donate. THE Mother earth website on Facebook is beautiful beyond compare and is life and earth affirming in the videos and is surely a must see.

I feel an affinity w Native American people so my giving is heartfelt and the connection is not like another contribution I make. I am thankful to be apart of this service and so many more donations are needed. We can never give back enough for all the Native Americans contributions to North America.

I am a donor for the Heritage Circle which means there are provi signs in my will to give to PWNA. Joe Langenderfer Chair is a very good person to speak with for setting this up. Joe is doing an excellent compassionate job in dealing w donors and working with Pwna.
I am a member of CIRCLE OF FRIENDS an organization that gives to elderly for food fuel and needed supplies. I have also donated to Sw Plains Reservation Aid for about 10 or 11 years but as I stated go to PWNA.com and check out in detail all the programs and what they are about. The info and photos are very artfully done and you can learn so much here.

PWNA answers needs by Native Americans and for Native Americans and needs you to ramp up their monies to build more training schools and advancement goals plus necessary needs. This is where you can give with confidence Bbb and 4 point donations making a difference w real deserving people of North America our true ancestors because otherwise we are all just immigrants. Please check it out and enjoy the on line website.

MyahRedHorse Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/26/2023

I have been with PWNA for the last 6 years and received scholarships from them every year. They have been so friendly, helpful, and quick to respond any time I need to contact them. I greatly appreciate them and their continue support.

Douglas_YB Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/26/2023

PWNA is a great company who helps young students achieve their goals with scholarships, I got a scholarship with AIEF myself And they were able to help me so much. If I needed any books or school supplies, also the care packages they would send are amazing and helpful because it’s stuff you use everyday. with the help from them I’m getting closer and closer to my future goals and can’t wait to get there with their help.

WIC68071 Client Served

Rating: 5

04/26/2023

Partnership with Native Americans is an outstanding program. They have helped our Women and Infant, Children Program so much. They have provided our community and clients with helpful items that they deliver to our reservation. All these items are so useful to our community members, and it helps our program with our Education outreach services, our gardening projects, our community development as well. I believe this program that they have built to help serve others is awesome. I give so much respect to the Staff, board members and volunteers at Partnership with Native Americans for all they do at helping all Native Americans Communities achieve a better quality of life.

Angela A Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/26/2023

We have been partnering with PWNA for 4 years. They are a tremendous resource for our Food Pantry. They provide us with staples such as flour, rice, milk, pasta and peanut butter in addition to a variety of other food items. The food we receive from PWNA is of excellent quality and nutritional value.

We have a limited budget so the items we receive from PWNA enable us to increase the variety and quantity of foods that we’re able to offer.

Our communication with the staff of PWNA is excellent. Their drivers are friendly, helpful and courteous. It’s been great partnering with them.

Valadez_c Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/26/2023

Partnership with Native Americans has been a valuable tribal community partner for a number of years. They continue to serve and support our local schools and elderly programs.
There are no words to express the gratitude and thanks to Partnership with Native Americans for the work they were able to commit too post pandemic.
Partnership with Native Americans has truly supported our community with much needed resources. With their support and commitment, our first responders have received updated life safety equipment. Our first responders they were also able to get equipment and training to teach our tribal communities valuable lifesaving skills. This is a process that will continue in our communities.
Partnership with Native Americans also supported our community members with preparedness training, 72-hour preparedness kits and community response training. This was great opportunity for our community members. The training and materials they were able to receive is invaluable to our community.
Thanks to the work from Partnership with Native Americans our community members have engaged in community meetings, started community response plans and continue to work toward being communities that will be prepared for local threats and hazards.
I am truly thankful for the commitment and support they have provided for our tribal communities.

Barbbogie Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/25/2023

I have worked with partnership with Native Americans for several years now. I find them very friendly and communication is excellent. They make it easy to work with them and the work they do is a tremendous support to the Native communities who struggle in so many ways. I am grateful for all those who support them and all the donations they receive to pass on to so many people in need. THANK YOU!

delores.bitsilly Client Served

Rating: 5

04/25/2023

Partnerships with Native Americans has benefitted our small school on the Navajo Reservation. They work with our academic and residential departments, Family and Child Education Program (FACE) and our Parent Enrichment Committee. The items they provide assist students with much needed school supplies that are used daily. The residential department benefits from the supplies for cleaning and doing laundry. The FACE program is just starting and centers on early childhood education and adult education. They will be able to secure items to assist families with very young children and their parents. The Parent Enrichment Committee is able to provide much needed supplies to our parents and families which is important in our area of high poverty rates and being in an isolated location. The PWNA have always been ready and willing to share with us. The staff is professional and a joy to work with to assist our school.

Elderlymescal23 Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/25/2023

The relationship that PWNA has with rural communities is amazing. They support programs in rural communities who may not have access to many resources in the urban areas.
They are amazing, considerate, patient and passionate about their services to others.
With the cost of living extremely high, their donations have helped keep partners in need supplied. We especially appreciate the support for our meals.

dannygallardo Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/24/2023

Partnership with Native Americans (PWNA) has been an incredible resource for myself and many others in times of need. As a young student trying to find his way in life, my education occurs thousands of miles away from my home. PWNA has helped me achieve academic goals with a personal touch like no other. Care packages boost my spirits and it is an incredible feeling to go to my school's mailroom and receive them. The staff at PWNA take time out of their busy lives and schedules to send their clients personal emails. It is truly a comforting feeling knowing that PWNA goes the extra mile to make us feel valued and appreciated. I am forever grateful for everything PWNA has offered their clientele and I am proud to be a part of this wonderful organization. Thank you for helping me achieve my dreams towards earning a degree in business.

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Anelyse1988 Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

04/24/2023

PWNA (Partnerships With Native Americans) is a company that truly provides phenomenal services to Tribal Members. As an instructor and in concurrence with our staff, PWNA strives to provide quality support, as well as training for all members.

Working with PWNA for the last several months has been a pleasure. Their staff, as well as management, are open, and honest with the utmost professionalism. While engaging with Tribal members we notice the PWNA has a special connection with the Tribal Members as well as those they contract with to do training and educational services.

On several occasions, PWANA Executive staff interacts with groups as they occur which in our experience, is not often that the relationships are that close when Executives are there to meet and greet with the people their organizations represent. To Tribal members, this is a special touch that no other organizations provide making PWNA a far more exceptional support organization than any other.

trac7 Donor

Rating: 5

04/21/2023

I have been honored to support the RESERVATION ANIMAL RESCUE, and have put them as a beneficiary in my IRA. The cause means so much to me because of my deep love for animals as well as a family kinship with the Native Americans. My paternal great-grandparents were teachers on a North Dakota reservation, and their children grew up with the Native American families there. I have enjoyed my interactions with Joe Langenderfer, Director of Planned Giving, who has shared my interest in this cause, and who is a warm-hearted individual. I am also grateful to Dr. Carol H. Holgate, Chairperson of Reservation Animal Rescue who heads up the organization and who sends me newsletters concerning the issues of RAR on a regular basis. I highly commend this wonderful charity and am grateful to know that my contributions as well as future distributions will be able to sustain and help the animals on the reservations who are especially vulnerable due to a challenging need for resources.

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Donor

Rating: 5

04/20/2022

I have always had an interest in helping the Native American cause after several trips to the Southwest years ago. I was able to spend time driving through and occasionally stopping at Indian reservations where I experienced the impoverished circumstances of the peoples who lived there. Since I have a deep love for animals and eventually learned about the plight of the animals that lived or wandered through the reservations, I decided to start sending donations to RESERVATION ANIMAL RESCUE to help out with the rescue and fostering, spaying, neutering, and medical needs of the reservation animals. I have put this charity as a beneficiary in my IRA will as well. I have been very happy with communication follow-up from both Joe Langenderfer, Director of Planned Giving in Partnership with Native Americans, and Dr. Carol H. Holgate, Chairperson of Reservation Animal Rescue. I highly recommend this charity, and am seeing the positive effects that donations are having with helping the animals on the reservations during these stressful times as well as going forward into the future.

Joe L.5 Donor

Rating: 5

04/19/2023

My family and I have gladly contributed on a monthly basis and have remembered Partnership With Native Americans through a charitable bequest in our Will. We enjoy having a “one- stop-shop’ for our charitable donations in support of Native Americans and PWNA fits that criteria with its wide range of social services, education scholarships and animal welfare programs.

Following a trip last Fall to three of the poorest reservations in the country in South Dakota, I saw first-hand the depth of the poverty among the Tribal Nations. At the same time I was filled with immense gratitude for their willingness to share their stories with my colleagues and me. And I learned a valuable lesson on the survival spirit of proud Native Americans in the midst of great suffering. Tribal members showed great appreciation for the collaboration with PWNA and the generosity of PWNA benefactors.

I respect anyone who exhibits pride in their heritage and culture, and Native Americans provide enormous inspiration.

505volunteer Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/12/2023

Partnership with Native Americans services have been a blessing to the Zuni Pueblo. I’ve been working with PWNA as a Volunteer in various capacities for several years including the time it was referred to as National Relief Charities. PWNA has been an asset for Programs and Service Providers who provide diverse services. PWNA has been there to support efforts in addressing the needs of our community such as emergency shelter, enhancing financial and self-sufficiency and currently continuing financial literacy for the purpose of preparing members for qualifying and/or maintaining homeownership.
Services provided by PWNA have increased community engagement by enticing others to participate in our services. Our community and participants are grateful for PWNA’s support and the support of its donors, it truly makes a positive difference. Elahkwa! Thank you.

iammisterr Donor

Rating: 5

04/07/2023

How? Do you do? And do you do as I do? Hello, my name is Michael Riley and I wish to share a moment of reflexion on this 'Good Friday' that is reflectant upond the plight of our "Native" American" people. It is an honor to have struck up a friendship the representative of Partnership with Native Americans this past year. This is a fine man. Joe Langenderfer cares for his cause, as do I.
To take this day in religious context, the trial and suffering of Jesus, one can hardly compare the depth and longevity of the plight of the Native Americans. My study of the atrocity to these poor people hurts my heart deeply. When I learned of the experience of life on a reservation, it makes you cry inside. I know why Jesus did it, but I know, through suffering greatness can be found.
Can you just imagine when Jesus came home, the love of meeting His Father once again?
Well this will be, and has been, the love shared by these most beautiful, and humble of peoples.
I will help Partnership with Native Americans after my stay here on earth. And with great joy.
God bless you all, and God bless America! Land of the free, home of the brave!

andreaohare Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/07/2023

I have been working closely with PWNA for several years now in their school supply efforts. It has always been a pleasure to be a part of the process. I see how serious they take to make sure that every penny is being spent well to allow as many people to go back to school on their first day of school and ready to learn!

Kevin517 Donor

Rating: 5

04/06/2023

I've been working with PWNA going on 20 years and this organization does great things to support the needs of their community. They work due diligence at getting the most bang for their donated dollars helping the people that really need it. So proud to support them and their mission.

christinemccaffrey1959 Donor

Rating: 5

05/11/2022

The Native Americans have always had a place in my heart. I’ve always wanted to do something to help…I looked into Partnership for Native Americans and I was impressed with the organization and the services provided. I decided to include them in my will - I had already been contributing to RAR ( reservation animal rescue), one of the eight programs. So I decided to include all the programs in my will since they provide where the need is greatest. I feel very good about my decision.

CSueWilkes Donor

Rating: 5

04/28/2022

Reservation Animal Rescue, a program of Partnership with Native Americans, is one of the few organizations I have chosen as a beneficiary in my Will. They serve an under-served population and the staff with whom I have had contact with are always very knowledgeable and helpful. For that reason I give them a top rating!! And encourage others to donate to them as well. I love how they help the reservation animals.

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PatrickJB Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/27/2022

We are a nonprofit that works with Partnership With Native Americans and have been extremely pleased with our relationship. Nate Evans is always quick to reach out to see how he can help us fulfill our mission, and he comes through every time. The staff is extremely professional, helpful and compassionate and we look forward to many more years of partnering to take care of South Dakotans.

Dipseydoodle1 Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/27/2022

We've known about PWNA for some time, but didn't know if we would qualify. This program accepted us and our Senior Center immediately and have been helping us ever since. They always come through when we need the supplies to help us continue to make healthy meals for our seniors in and around Walthill. We are very great full every time we receive a shipment of food or emergency boxes. Their help during Covid was definitely appreciated and a light in the darkness. Their staff, down to the drivers that bring the supplies are kind and caring. What a wonderful nonprofit that we are so fortunate to be working with.

Adalynn Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

04/27/2022

The Dunseith Elementary School has had the privilege to be a part of the Partnership With Native Americans since 2012. We are a public school located in northern North Dakota approximately eight miles from the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Reservation. Our student body is comprised of 99% Native Americans. Our county and school district experience one of the highest rates of poverty among residents of the state of North Dakota.

Our school has participated in several programs offered by PWNA including their Literacy Program, Back to School Backpack Program, Holiday (Christmas) Program, Community Events Program, and a special COVID-19 food distribution held in December of 2021.

PWNA exemplifies its mission statement when serving rural reservation communities. Their established programs with guidelines for participation are easy to implement and rewarding to our students. The incentives for participation in these programs bring essential supplies to families who may otherwise go without these necessities. Regularly required reporting assures the proper use of all donations PWNA receives from generous donors.

The efficacy of the PWNA has been demonstrated as our school has been able to show improved reading scores including decoding, writing, and comprehension through participation in their Literacy Program. A skill that will serve them well throughout their lifetime.

PWNA’s impact was immeasurable when our school was able to give great quantities of food and personal protective equipment to students and their families during the pinnacle of the COVID-19 national pandemic last winter.

In-as-much-as the PWNA provides life essential provisions to families, it also seeks to offer pleasurable incentives to students for participation in their Literacy Program. Tasty and nutritious snacks, challenging and fun arts and crafts projects, engaging books, toys for young readers all pique the interest and desire to participate in the Literacy Program. These incentives many times are luxuries and highly desired by our children. The Christmas Stocking Program also aims to give enjoyment to our students. This program gives each student a huge Christmas stocking chock full of goodies including toys, games, coloring books and colors, toothbrushes, toothpaste, socks, gloves, stocking caps, shampoo, bubble bath and more.

Participating in the PWNA Back-to-school Backpack program has allowed our school to redirect funds to other essential areas within the school. The Back-to-school Backpack Program gave each of our 261 elementary students a canvas backpack filled with all the gear needed for a successful school year: paper, pencils, scissors, glue, pencil sharpeners, crayons, colored pencils, subject folders, hi-liters, and even face masks, hand sanitizer, and plastic gloves.

I cannot say enough honorable things about the Partnership With Native Americans. They have greatly helped to improve the quality of life for many of our students and their families. We have been blessed to be a part of PWNA’s story.

Bchal Client Served

Rating: 5

04/27/2022

As a first year graduate student, I was thrilled to be accepted for the PWNA scholarship. I was fortunate to go in state and receive a tuition break and this scholarship helped cover a good chunk of the first year! The staff is also attentive and quick to respond, I felt heard and supported all year. The care packages were a perk too! I have also seen first hand how they service my community through food and hygiene items. It's great to have support for all walks of life in Indian Country.

gusto Client Served

Rating: 5

04/26/2022

I have been involved with Partnership With Native American's American Indian Education Fund (AIEF) Scholarship my entire undergraduate career. Without PWNA's generous financial support I would not be where I am today, an honor student looking forward to completing my education and joining the world of small business owners, supporting my rural agricultural community on the Blackfeet Reservation and fulfilling my lifelong dream of owning and operating my ranch and mobile welding businesses.
In addition to the financial support, I am grateful for the mentorship and support I receive from AIEF. It has not always easy transitioning from a very small tight-knit community and school to college eleven hours from home. The care packages, Christmas gifts, and extra support during the trials of the Covid-19 Pandemic have been instrumental in keeping my spirits up and my motivation on track.
I am also grateful for the timeliness of scholarship disbursements. It can be very harrowing trying to keep current on tuition and rent while waiting for financial aid funds. This has never been an issue with my AIEF Scholarship and I have been extremely grateful that it has provided the financial resource I've needed to keep my credit rating high.

margiearens Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

04/25/2022

I work with PWNA arranging transport and delivery of good to the reservations served near the Dakotas, Arizona, and New Mexico areas. PWNA does a wonderful job of supplying goods to those in need.

Brknawy Client Served

Rating: 5

04/24/2022

This non-profit has been a Gods send for our organization Families Working Together, and the relatives we serve on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota. We are grateful for their support. It has been because of PWNA we are able to do as much as we do here on our reservation It was especially important during the pandemic when it was so difficult to get external support. We thank you and look forward to continuing our work with you.

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jburns Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/21/2022

I continue to serve as a volunteer with PWNA and have for nearly two decades as a member of the scholarship selection committee with the American Indian Education Fund. I have had the opportunity to support thousands of Native American students across the country and in various stages of their academic journey. Our selection committee members bring a wealth of experience and represent various tribes throughout the USA. Our committee has developed a very refined and successful process that has resulted in a 90% -95% retention rate.
The wonderful team at PWNA also provide personal and academic support for scholarship recipients, and send out personal care packages during the school year. In addition, phone calls, texts or direct messages let our students know how much we care about both their personal and academic success. These personal touches make a huge difference in our students lives and show we are willing to share in their journey.
Furthermore, PWNA is committed to growing a trusted, sustainable, and American Indian/Alaska Native led non-profit. Our CEO and the majority of the Board of Directors are tribal members. The future success of Indian country relies on the next generation of leaders, providers, and a well-trained workforce. I believe PWNA is delivering!
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Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/09/2011

As a volunteer over the past eight years, I have experienced many lives changed by the generosity of donors and the committed, passionate staff of NRC. The volunteer work focuses on providing scholarship support and mentoring for American Indian/Alaskan Native students. What impressed me most was the type of students we targeted. The student type we targeted for AIEF included students who are often in the margins and seldom receive scholarship support. The success and retention of these students speaks for itself. Thank you donors, NRC and AIEF for making a difference in these students lives.

emswarrior1 Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/20/2022

I have worked in the emergency services for several years and have seen our people struggle in their survival living in remote areas of the reservations, where the nearest help could be hours away. The Partnership with Native Americans organizations has assisted me in my journey to help the Native American people and has developed a trust and a good working relationship with our communities. In several ways thru the years that I have volunteered and coordinated the assistance to the communities, everything from providing community development in the asset mapping in the communities. Also, the education such as CPR/AED & First Aid. The development of response teams and calling trees to respond to Cardiac Arrest emergencies, Community Emergency Response Teams to protect their communities in the event of a disaster. The PWNA has also provided CERT to the youth organizations to assist in youth activities and tribal events to learn the aspect of teamwork. We also work with the communities to develop gardens and we did workshops on how to do canning and storage of their harvest. When I was acting in the compacity of the Emergency Manager for the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe, we had a terrible Winter Blizzard and one of our communities that was snowed in, and our emergency vehicles were unable to gain access to the community with food and water and supplies. So the young youth Community Emergency Response Team jumped into action. The youth from that community grabbed the sleds and walked out the truck that was stuck and took the supplies to the community members, saving there lives. In another incident one of communities that PWNA and I help train and develop a Community Emergency Response Team in was experiencing a lack of emergency response to there community. So the Trained CERT Teams responded to the emergencies and stabilized the victims until the ambulance arrived. So the education, training and assistance in supplies is a no brainer in the tremendous impact that PWNA has dune in Native American country. Wopila for all the food, cleaning supplies, and health high gene supplies, water, blankets, Toilet paper when there was none in the stores. Rapheal, Laura and the rest of the staff are awesome and are very good at what they do. PWNA is the greatest org. that I know.

Langenderfercathy Donor

Rating: 5

04/19/2022

My family and I learned about the extensive and successful social outreach of Partnership With Native Americans last year. We have gladly contributed on a monthly basis to this outstanding charity ever since. We're especially impressed by the wide range of social services provided to Native Americans on the reservation. We're especially impressed by the emergency service provided whenever a natural disaster takes place. The staff and volunteers of Partnership With Native Americans are on-site almost immediately with their trucks bringing supplies and working shoulder-to-shoulder with residents to ensure that people are fed, being medically-treated, and receiving other life-saving benefits. Outside of emergencies, we're impressed with their day-to-day efforts of providing sustenance, school supplies and general hope for their future in a desolate land. Through training programs, we are very pleased that Native Americans are being empowered to also help themselves with better nutrition, animal pet care, and healthy living tips.

clconroy Volunteer

Rating: 3

04/12/2022

I"ve been with this Elderly Meals Program going on 4 years and all the food and emergency kits that are sent have made a BIG impact on my elders as they enjoy getting things that they need at home and which some can't leave their homes to go get things. So Partnership is a HUGE essential to my reservation elders and every donation is put to use here at the center too and helps with the food budget so we can provide more services to our elders. Thank you partnership and all the organizations that donate, its greatly appreicated and we look forward to receiving more donations in the future.

Aaron Robert V. Client Served

Rating: 5

04/15/2021

PWNA has been a great supporter of the youth and families of the Crow Creek Sioux Tribe. Providing valuable donations and supplies during the tragic COVID-19 pandemic. Thank you for all you do!

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Client Served

Rating: 4

03/13/2018

PWNA has assisted the Tokata youth Center in providing resources and incentives to help improve the programming we are able to offer. I look forward to our continued partnership.

thundervalley Client Served

Rating: 5

04/09/2021

Partnerships With Native Americas (PWNA) partnered with Thunder Valley Community Development Corporations (TVCDC) Food Sovereignty. They co-sponsored the First Annual Lakota Food Summit, donated 3,200 pounds of fresh produce and TVCDC boxed up and distributed the produce to community members on the Pine Ridge Reservation. PWNA also held a Cert. Training for the Workforce Development workers, co-sponsored the buffalo harvest, and donated garden seeds. TVCDC Food Sovereignty appreciates everything that PWNA has done.

GretaKay16 Client Served

Rating: 5

04/09/2021

This organization provides invaluable scholarship opportunities to minorities attending school. I would not be as successful in school without these scholarships. These funds make it possible for me to focus a majority of my time on my scholastic endeavors, without having to worry about monetary hindrances. This program offers a community with support systems in place to ensure student success.

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CourtneyClark Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

04/06/2021

We enjoy the relationship we have with PWNA and value the networking and training opportunities they have consistently provided. In the last year PWNA has gone above and beyond to ensure that tribes like ours have every resource they need to quarantine.
Throughout the COVID Pandemic, our tribe has received four truckloads of household items, cleaning products, personal products, sanitizer, non-perishable food, PPE, and an entire truck full of produce. We also received clean up kits, and CERT packs for our ‘just in time’ online CERT trained DARE team. Additionally, Our Office of Emergency Management has been sharing a scanner/printer/copy machine with the Tribal Police and with the mounting paperwork that we have generated over the last several months, we found that we had an immediate need for our own printer/scanner but no money remaining in the budget. The all in one printer they purchased our office has helped speed up the process of scanning and submitting FEMA reimbursements without having to stand in a narrow hallway with a mask and gloves while people slide past me for 8 hours to accomplish the task. Thank you PWNA for all that you do and for being such great partners all the way from the other side of the state.

nfeassistant21 Volunteer

Rating: 4

03/24/2021


Pete Red Tomahawk retired from working for the SRST nine years ago. He has assisted his community by communicating and contacting the Partnerships with Native Americans organization to help with bring relief to the Cannon Ball District. The Cannonball district community has a population of about 875 members and the community is continuously growing. The Cannon Ball district is located on the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation (SRST). The community is a remote (rural) area without a lot of basic services. All services are located 30 miles south of Cannonball. The PNWA organization helped the district by providing healthy meals which increased community engagement, community education, and community health - provided services for infants, youth, adults and elders.
The SRST closed all tribal programs due to covid-19, beginning March 2020 – Present – programs still closed present date March 11, 2021.
Everyone was thankful.

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dcosta413 Volunteer

Rating: 5

03/04/2021

Although we are early in our partnership with PWNA we have already seen the tremendous impact that this group has on the Native American community. Everyone that we have worked with at their locations throughout Arizona has been extremely professional, appreciative, and always working towards getting the best service and supplies to the people that need it the most. I take great pride in being a food-related partner with this group that has positively effected the lives of so many. The work they do is unmatched and the care they deliver is greatly revered especially in these troubling times. Thank you PWNA for allowing my company to play a small part in the amazing things that you do for people.

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regentproducts Donor

Rating: 5

03/03/2021

I have worked with this charity for over 17 years and counting. What I like most about them is how sincere and dedicated Richard Miller and the PWNC staff is, they work tirelessly to be sure that there communities needs are met.
What's even more impressive about this charity is they always make sure that they are getting the most out of their budgets to meet their communities needs. As a vendor we get get many many requests to help charities every year but this one has always been on the top of our list because they truly represent their community as if they are for their own families, its not a job to them its their mission and pleasure to be serving and that passion is unheard of nowadays.

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dbenally Volunteer

Rating: 5

03/03/2021

PWNA, has been an awesome resource and a reliable program for my community. In its many donations, we've been able to help my community elders, during this time in need of this horrific Pandemic. The Items they've provided, has been the upmost helping source to the elders during the duration of the Pandemic. But not only during this Pandemic has PWNA, been awesome, but also during the countless years, they have serviced this community. In all, PWNA has been courteous and considerate, we'd definitely like to have them with us, many more years to come! Thank you PWNA!!

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jbeloncik Volunteer

Rating: 5

02/24/2021

Partnership with Native Americans has proven to be a very honorable and trustworthy charitable organization. Having interacted with PWNA for more than a decade, I have confidence that product and monetary donations are used wisely and efficiently. The employees have proven to be upright and sincere in their interactions with the Native communities they serve, as well as with the business community that serves them.

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hsbh Volunteer

Rating: 5

02/23/2021

We've done some work with Nate and Partnership with Native Americans in Rapid City, SD, and we've always had great courteous service and have really benefited from their help. Pretty helpful organization to our mission and we hope to continue the relationship well into the future.

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shaneboomer Volunteer

Rating: 5

02/22/2021

PWNA has enabled me to attend university without having to worry about the financial burden of it all. It continued to let me know that I'm doing such a great job in my classes through emails, seasonal packages, and gifts as the midterm and finals crunch-time came around. They also helped greatly with networking and helping me dive deeper into which graduate school would be the best for me. I would recommend PWNA to anyone. Their programs have greatly influenced the lives of many people, including my own, with many more to come in the future. I'm proud to say that with the help of PWNA, I will now be on the path to earning a Ph.D.

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KonaBeatty Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/07/2020

What a life changing experience I had by participating in the 4DD program which is a 4 months professional development cohort. By which I have learned professional skills, wellness in the workplace, and not to mention personal growth. This has yet been the most effective program taught by highly experienced educators, mentored by entrepreneurs, and great leaders. I am now more confident in my work within the tribal communities by applying the tools given to me by this program. I can also say my work is more efficient because I have acquired a healthier way of communicating and being able to use and strengthen my core strengths. Now I strive to be the change I want to see in this world, thanks to Partnership With Native Americans.

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ZoyaAwan Donor

Rating: 5

03/31/2020

Walmart and PWNA have been long time partners and I would highly recommend partnering with PWNA to anyone looking to make an impact within Indian country. My role is focused on making sure that Indian country is represented within Walmart and that we are doing all that we can to address the needs of Indian Country. As a representative for Walmart for Native Communities I am grateful to have worked with Partnership with Native Americans because of their incredible commitment to serving tribes in every way that they can with both immediate and long term solutions. Representatives from PWNA have taken me personally to visit the tribal partners that they work with to see first hand the impact they are making within these communities. I was humbled and honored by the personal time they put into helping me learn about Indian country and why their work is so vital for these communities which are in great need and rely heavily on PWNAs services. Thank you for the great work you do and thank you for partnering with Walmart!

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Steffnie73 Volunteer

Rating: 4

03/30/2020

We are an Early childhood program at Standing Rock. When parents enroll their child(ren) into our program, they receive an incentive bag from us which is items that we receive from PWNA. They also receive an incentive bag when they complete an Ages and Stages Questionnaire about their child(ren). This helps up to monitor the growth and development of the children here on Standing Rock. This also helps us to catch any problems early like speech impairment to help get the services needed for that child. Parents are excited to receive the incentive bag and helps them if they are low on items that may be in that bag. Its a great feeling to be able to help the children here on Standing Rock. Our children are the future. Thank you.

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MartinAddiction Volunteer

Rating: 5

03/30/2020

We are a non-profit addiction center in a remote area of South Dakota, where addiction, along with poverty is rampant. We provide services our clients, but because of PWNA, we are also able to help our cliental with some of the essentials they require for their households, their children, or for themselves. PWNA provides so much for the well-being of our community, and our clients. We are beyond blessed to be able to have access to their facility and the services they can provide for us.

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dine_advocacy Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

03/28/2020

PWNA have been an vital organization in Indigenous communities creating an impact that addresses unique issues and solutions in Indian Country and in urban areas. We have been able to partner with PWNA on scaling collective action and empowerment in our tribal nations and communities in the southwest area of the U.S. They have been able to contribute towards the the inclusion of Indigenous participation and presence in areas where Indigenous people were invisible or excluded. We greatly appreciate their ways of supporting and creating tribal synergies, furthering intentional organizing, and developing sustainable practices for Indigenous public health systems. Thank you PWNA for your important and critical work. -Denisa Livingston, DCAA

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Sara Jo B. Client Served

Rating: 5

03/27/2020

As a higher education institution that has a student population that is 35% American Indian, The Partnership with Native Americans has been a tremendous resource for our institution. We are going on our third year as a grant recipient for the Emergency Funds. Many of our students are just one crisis away from dropping out of school, and the emergency funds we have been able to provide have supported students through these critical times. We have been fundraising on our own as a grant recipient to continue this service once our grant funding has ended. We also have many students who benefit from the scholarship assistance PWNA provides. On behalf of our students, we say Wado, Mvto, Yakoke to PWNA and your donors! Your work is crucial to growing and supporting Indian Country!

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MTerkildsen Volunteer

Rating: 5

03/26/2020

Partnership with Native Americans
And how our community works with them
As I set here and drink my ceyaka (peppermint tea) locally harvested I want to first explain a bit about my community so that one can understand the workings and challenges that PWNA has had to work with.
First our community, Wanblee lies within the District of Eagle Nest and located on the north east corner of the Pine Ridge Reservation. Wambli means eagle in Lakota. And there is a very long, prominent butte, called Eagle Nest Butte. It is a historical and spiritual site. The altar of Horn Chipps was located here. He was the medicine man for Crazy Horse. We have approximately 338,000 acres within the district. The land base is extremely checker boarded and fractionated. We vote in an executive board that is comprised of a President, a Vice President, a Secretary, a Treasurer and a Parliamentarian. We also vote in two council representatives that sit on the Oglala Sioux Tribal Council. There are two subcommunities Pass Creek and Hisle. There are three different types of housing within the district, a private non-profit project, a school housing project and a few Oglala Lakota Sioux Housing projects. Each housing project have approximately one acre of space available for growing. We have one of the four elementary/high schools on Pine Ridge, Crazy Horse School. We have a IHS clinic, an Oglala Lakota College Center, a OST food distribution program, a few non-profits, mainly churches, and one privately owned grocery/convenience store. There are approximately 2,500 residents and about 92 jobs. Approximately 50 of these jobs are held by non-community members. We have a high unemployment rate and high rate of poverty and food insecurity and land loss is well known amongst our residents.
It all began with attending a Wanblee Community Action Team (WCAT) meeting. Ms. Phyllis Swift Hawk, GED Educator with Oglala Lakota College hosted and was addressing safety and preparedness for the community. She was the one who first invited PWNA into the community as a partner. I brought forward the idea of food sovereignty to the meeting. Mr. Raphael Tapia was at the meeting and we asked if we could put together a grant application based on preservation and preparation as opposed to tilling and garden preparation. We did. And with the support of PWNA, Laura Shad, we begin doing some traditional plant balm making with both adults and youth. We received testimony from a man with diabetes that said he had something like a sore or raw spot on his arm and what ever he treated it with it just wouldn’t heal. He attended our balm making and made some balm. He was curious and believed it wouldn’t hurt to try. He said immediately, within days, his spot began to clear up. We were so pleased to hear this and to be able to share that these medicines grew right in our back yards and that the balm wasn’t petroleum based.
The partnership began to have ripple effects as more partners were brought forward. We began by providing seeds and presentations on our natural plants/medicines. Because of this valuable partnership we were able to provide trainings on foods and food preparation. We hosted a cooking class and learned from a local chef, which PWNA brought to our community, how to cook, how to cut meats and prepare healthy foods. We presented on food preservation, which included dehydration, pressure canning, and ultimately, we were approved to purchase a freeze dryer. This is one of only two freeze dryers on the reservation. This freeze dryer answers so many of our local needs. Space for storage of food, nutritional content of preserved food, and availability of a awesome machine that will help us do this. We also planted a garden at the college center and had the youth sink their hands in the soil. Some fresh green beans were prepared for the youth and he said he never tasted such good beans. He never had fresh, out of the garden food before. He only purchased from the store. This partnership was and is very instrumental in our community journeying down the road of food security.
We were able to attend the youth food summit, in the Black Hills of South Dakota. We were able to present on a lot of the local plants/medicines that are available to us. We also utilized these to make a lip balm for the students. Ms. Phyllis Swift Hawk also presented on the sacredness and connection to the root nation, the four legged nation, the winged nation. This was a very impressive presentation and discussion. The youth are very fortunate that PWNA recognized the value in community history and indigenous knowledge. This was a very impressive summit where the youth were provided an opportunity to mingle amongst each other and learn this traditional ecological knowledge.
In closing my review is and can only be positive and supportive of PWNA. They have come to our community, maintain a very respectful demeanor, have supported our ideas and dreams, have helped us to create partnerships with many local resources and have inspired us to continue to dream and to continue to bring resources to us. We are hopeful for moving forward with a high tunnel that we hope to grow thousands of pounds of vegetables. We also hope that we can look at creating a community cellar that will serve three seasonal purposes. First as an underground green house, then as a storm shelter when plants are moved out, then as a storage for food when the storm season is over.
Without PWNA we would still be talking about these things. It is the continued presence of showing up and also holding us accountable that makes this partnership successful and has allowed it to grow. We look forward to a continued partnership that allows us to dream, to be food secure, to recognize our own indigenous knowledge and continue to ensure our community has this knowledge in the future. Thank You Partnership with Native Americans-Raphael, Laura and Joe. These are the individuals that we work with and they do a super job!!!!!

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Doodie Volunteer

Rating: 5

03/26/2020

I have worked with PWNA in Rapid City, SD. This organization was very easy to work with, and the staff are very professional. I was made to feel important, and communication was so easy, and follow-up by staff were impressive. I would highly recommend anyone to inquire, apply, and be a part of this nonprofit organization. As an older student, and continuing my education i felt that assistance was provided, and mentors were offered as a means of support. Good Luck and best of wishes to anyone who joins this great team of professionals. :)

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YM Solutions Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

03/26/2020

I own YM Solutions, LLC., a small business in consulting business specializating in broad public health (evaluation, interventions, methodologies, etc). Over the years, I've coordinated and worked with PWNA in delivering wellness, health and nutrition education and tools to the participants of the WMAT program and other career development programs. PWNA recruits participants from various tribes from Arizona and New Mexico and preparing mid-level professionals to receive valuable knowledge and practical tools to equip and enhance their levels and better contribute in their respective industries. I enjoy and continue to look forward in working with PWNA staff and the organization. PWNA has delivered many programs and opportunities for many Native Americans; and it does so with compassion, patience and humility.

Kindly,
Evelina Y-Maho, Co-Owner/Founder
YM Solutions, LLC

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C'lest K. Volunteer

Rating: 5

03/26/2020

I first learned of PWNA through a Native American Church that I belonged to and worked for. This wonderful nonprofit organization supplied monthly shipments of many various food items as well as clothing, games and personal items for the church’s food pantry. Those donations to the church were so gratefully received by the Turtle Mountain Tribe and surrounding community in ND. I soon learned that the PWNA offers scholarship grants to Native American college students who study in Tribal colleges as well as to those who leave their home communities to earn degrees in other Universities. That support is so needed by students who are far from home, it helps to pay for high tuition costs and living expenses. The PWNA even sends the students thoughtful care-packages of treats and personal items to the college students it supports, one of which I am. The PWNA has supported me and many others from my tribe, we are very grateful to them!

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RJSalas Volunteer

Rating: 5

03/26/2020

In Fall 2019 I was invited to partake in a PWNA's 4-Directions program as a Volunteer Key (Mentor). This program fosters leadership development within tribal communities, and this particular Fall 2019 Cohort was an exclusive Tribal engagement with The White Mountain Apache Tribe.

From October 2019 through January 2020, with the support, guidance, and resources provided by PWNA, I along with five other Native American Professionals engaged a group of nearly 30 middle and upper level program and government administrators employed by the White Mountain Apache Tribe (WMAT). WMAT's Tribal Administration primarily employs citizens of their Nation which resulted in a 100% Native American cohort, talk about true self-determination.

This engagement was embraced by all participants, mutually collaborative, and synthesized excellent outcomes while strengthening our collective Indigenous community's network. Communication with members of our designated sub-cohorts throughout the months were designed to support participants with their SMART Goals, consult with them on challenges in the work place and reinforced with monthly in-person training and workshops. We were able to build great one on one professional relationships.

I would recommend Tribal Administrations look to this program to continue to strengthen their internal capacities, competencies, with intent to build stronger Tribal Nations.

I'll be proud to serve again if asked to in the future.

Rob Salas, COO
Tribal Indemnity,
Phoenix, AZ

mjparker Client Served

Rating: 5

03/26/2020

In October, I attended a 2 day cooking class hosted by PWNA taught by their instructor, Inyan. There, we learned how to properly prepare food, clean and sharpen our tools and clean our food prep areas. This was not only a fun class to participate in with local community members and family but it also built new friendships. PWNA employee, Laura Shad, was a joy to have around with her vibrant energy and genuine love for our community. If given the opportunity, I would jump at the chance to attend another class. Their community outreach programs are vital and I would love to see their reach grow. Pilamaye! (Thank You) -Molina

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Danny Butcher Volunteer

Rating: 5

03/26/2020

I am the Director of the New Hope House Shelter & Garden. We are located on the Cheyenne River Sioux Indian Reservation, in central South Dakota, Eagle Butte, South Dakota. We have been receiving donations and shipments from Partnership with Native Americans ever since we opened our doors in 2013. I do believe they began helping us in 2014. With their help, we are able to save costs on supplies and operations. This helps us out immensely because we are funded by grants. The supplies goes to our homeless residents and when we have more than what we need, we take those excess supplies to other shelters in our area. The supplies that PWNA provides us with goes a long way towards helping address the needs of our homeless community. Partnership has helped us with a mircro grant to start a community garden in 2017. We now have started canning and preserving our yield with the help of PWNA's classes and trainings they offer. After the Micro grant we wanted to further the garden and grow more so we submitted a $175,000 grant was was awarded the amount. We have been working hard at creating a Therapeutic Garden for our residents. We are now producing a very big yield to help with feeding our residents and providing a healthy environment with the garden. We are very grateful for all of their help.

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MNuvamsa Volunteer

Rating: 5

03/26/2020

My organization, The Hopi Foundation, has worked with Partnership with Native Americans since 2015. During this time PWNA has served our community from youth, adults and elders in areas of health, education, safety, elder and youth services. PWNA has been a valuable partner to our program the Hopi Opportunity Youth Initiative by supporting our work to develop youth mentorship pathways that support our youth through high school to college transition, then to seek careers that are inspiring and meaningful in their lives. My gratitude goes out to the staff and donors of PWNA, we appreciate your support. Askwali!

Chanse F. Volunteer

Rating: 5

03/24/2020

Partnership with Native Americans has been a great resource for me as an intern at a local non-profit. They provided me with chef training and connected me with so many amazing people that I continued to work with and learn from today. I participated in the t3 trainings, and I was able to take what I learned and use for a cafe business I am starting back in my community. New opportunities have also come to me to teach what I learned to others in my community about traditional cooking methods and food ways. I can't thank them enough. I will continue to support and work with them in anyway possible. - Chanse

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Sean S.3 Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

03/24/2020

Working with PWNA has been such a great experience every time! My company The Sioux Chef and our non profit, NATIFS.org has been able to set up a few trainings with PWNA over the past few years and its so great to see how much effort towards better lifestyles they put into our indigenous communities. We’ve been able to work with them around Phoenix, AZ doing culinary trainings for indigenous community members and leaders, along with the first Lakota Food Summit in Rapid City, SD. I look forward to many more collaborations and can’t think of another non profit better equipped to help bring positive change so effectively directly into our tribal communities! - Sean

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Randy7070 Volunteer

Rating: 5

03/11/2020

I have had the opportunity over the past several years to work with PWNA as one of their many fundraising partners. Since my first meeting with this group almost 30 years ago, the growth and spread of their message and mission has been nothing short of miraculous. I strongly believe this growth comes from the integrity and pride that PWNA uses when sharing their message of hope with the general public year to year. There are so many nonprofits today that guilt or try to scare you into their fold, but PWNA educates and informs people of the "sad realities" our Native Americans face in today's world - this is definitely a message to get behind and a mission to support!

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Sammaezah Client Served

Rating: 5

03/11/2020

As a project collaborator, working with PWNA has been seamless and incredibly supportive throughout the whole project development process. The staff at PWNA are a wealth of knowledge and resources in their expertise area, which helped move the project along and build better relationships within the community. I'm so impressed with PWNA and honored to have worked with them. I couldn't have found a better project collaborator and partner than PWNA!

April24 Volunteer

Rating: 4

04/23/2019

This was one of the bestprograms I think I have had the opportunity to share in our community. We talked about local foods, saw some native foods and then learned to cook with people who can make a difference in our communities. I thank the Partnership with Native Americans for providing this program to the Northern Cheyenne community. Historically our lands gave us the foods we needed to survive and in a variety of forms. Ethno-botony meets culinary skills and the results were delicious! One fellow kept saying "I don't like ...(insert one of many foods we served).... but this is so good!" The makings of a great program and what a way to address some of our health concerns such as rampant diabetes living in a identified food desert with limited access to fresh food.

MartAdd Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/23/2019

Our organization has been with PWNA for several years. We live in an area, located between two Indian Reservations, where poverty is rampant. We are an addiction recovery center where a overwhelming percentage of our clients are in need of necessary staples to lead an ordinary life. Without PWNA, that would not be possible. On a monthly basis, they send to our facility, an assortment of items to share with our clients. These items, such as shampoo, soaps, hygiene kits, toilet paper, and the list goes on and on, help alleviate the pressures upon these individuals and families, and help them maintain their households. Everyone we have worked with in the Rapid City office, are friendly, and go over and above to make the transition between their office and our facility go as smoothly as possible. We are ever so grateful to be able to have the relationship we do with PWNA out of Rapid City. God Bless them for all they do!!!

Meghan T.1 Client Served

Rating: 5

04/23/2019

We are a nonprofit that works with Partnership With Native Americans on a continuous basis. They are so supportive to our work and we are grateful for the partnership. They have supported our community events - such as a volleyball camp for our youth led by a professional volleyball player. They've also been heavily involved in our capacity building for our youth CERT program. Our reservation is very spread out and with support from PWNA, we are able to train our teens in emergency preparedness so the youth can help their community before emergency help can get there. Last but not least, they recently taught a cooking class to our staff and community members through the Newmans Own Foundation food justice work; teaching knife techniques and how to cook healthy indigenous foods, all so our community can thrive. THANK YOU PWNA for your partnership! We are looking forward to all the work we will do together in the future.

AlicesPlace Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/17/2019

Alice's Place is a domestic and sexual violence crisis center offering 24 hour crisis, shelter, advocacy, education and more. We have partnered with PWNA for eleven years. Their staff is absolutely amazing! The level of caring and dedication to what they do is so evident. The products we receive on a quarterly basis is absolutely vital to our our program. We receive hygiene products, clothing, shoes, diapers, paper towels, toilet paper, and the list just goes on. The products are distributed to the adults and children in shelter. The items we receive are always in great condition and so well received by our participants. The funding we save by not having to purchase these products is directed into other services like life skill classes, transportation of clients, and so on. We are greatly appreciative for PWNA and see them as one of our strongest allies.

bsobotta1 Volunteer

Rating: 4

04/01/2019

I have had the opportunity to be involved with The Partnership with Native Americans (PWNA) branch of the American Indian Education Fund programs for the past decade and see the enormous impact provided to Native American students throughout the country. Scholarships awarded through PWNA, in particular, have given students an extra level of confidence towards reaching their goals academically and has also promoted the idea of giving back to tribal communities in a variety of ways upon completion of their degrees. I know every scholarship recipient is appreciative of the efforts of PWNA and all donors who support students in their educational and career pursuits.

npatel2 Volunteer

Rating: 5

03/29/2019

We are grateful for Midwestern University's partnership with PWNA. With PWNA's support, our shelter medicine program is working to reduce pet overpopulation and euthanasia in Native American communities while providing basic preventive and clinical care for animals identified as needing additional medical services during mobile clinic visits to the reservations. PWNA's partnership provides surgical opportunities for students while educating them about animal welfare issues, including an understanding of how unsterilized animals contribute to a host of public health problems, particularly on reservations.

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georgiar Client Served

Rating: 5

03/28/2019

My name is Georgia Rooks and I am from the Eagle Nest District in Wanblee South Dakota. Partnership with Native Americans program came to work with my community on food sovereignty. Our community has a high number of people with problems associated with food. Diabetes and obesity is prevalent in our community. The workshop that was presented taught my community how to use dehydrators to naturally preserve food such as fruits, vegetables, and meats. We also learned knife skills and how to properly use a knife. We learned to cook without adding excess salt or sugar to the food, and were introduced to how to use spices to enhance our foods. We also learned how to garden and grow our own vegetables. In the four years that we've been working with Partnership with Native Americans program we were helped with winter preparedness kits. In South Dakota the weather can turn from nice to a full blizzard in a matter of hours. Our community has been helped greatly by Partnership with Native Americans program. Everything they said they would teach us, show us, or help us with they have delivered. Everyone within the program has been exceptional in working with my community and we've always felt as if we were truly partners and not just recipients. Partnership with Native American is a program that aims to help and does so exceptionally.

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taylorjordan Client Served

Rating: 5

03/28/2019

I am a first year law student and received PWNA's American Indian Education Fund scholarship for this academic year 2018-19. This scholarship goes above the typical funding support. I received a care package at the beginning of the fall semester and a Christmas stocking full of goodies useful for any degree seeking student. I have been connected with a mentor through PepsiCo and we have monthly phone calls, and received another box of supplies I use on a regular basis. With the government shutdown, some of my funding sources were delayed, but PWNA's AIEF scholarship was in my account and processed on time. This helped me tremendously because any shortfalls from my tuition and fees had to paid out of pocket or through additional student loans. I am thankful for the support provided by PWNA and know there are other students out there receiving the same quality of support. I have sent in my application again for my second year and I have shared this scholarship with other Native students attending my university. Wopila Tanka!! (Big thanks).

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Gallupdogs9 Client Served

Rating: 5

02/14/2019

PWNA's RAR (Reservation Animal Rescue) project has gone above and beyond in helping our area's dogs and cats. PWNA brings us regular truckloads of donation items for the homeless pets in our shelter. We have been very lucky to receive several grants for spaying and neutering and of reservation owned pets to reduce the epidemic pet overpopulation in west central NM-AZ border. The pets and the people are so pleased with these services which greatly improve the quality of each pet's life as well as reduce shelter euthanasia from unwanted litters as well as increasing public safety by decreasing dog packs in NHA housing compounds. We feel blessed to have an ongoing partnership with PWNA!

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mwilkerson Client Served

Rating: 5

02/14/2019

I have worked with PWNA for 6 years. They have provided a service to our Native American students that is invaluable. They provide basic needs (Soap, shampoo, deodorant, etc.), special treats (Easter baskets, Christmas stockings) and community involvement (Christmas Dinner). They have supported our residential students with basic needs.

The staff is extremely professional, helpful and compassionate. The required paperwork is clear and easily completed. I can't say enough about how wonderful this charity is.

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charleschs Volunteer

Rating: 5

02/12/2019

PWNA has been a wonderful program for our department and have been very helpful in assisting our program needs and goals. Our partnership with PWNA consist of the residential and food programs which have been very beneficial in our operations. Donations received are utilized and distributed throughout our operations helping us provide the best possible services for our clients and meeting our goals. PWNA is an outstanding organization that is there to help and we are proud and honored to be a member of PWNA.

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chjohnson Volunteer

Rating: 5

02/11/2019

PWNA's Healthy Living program helps us to encourage families to enroll into Growing In Beauty Home Visitation Program. It also increases the rate of participation of families in the biweekly home visitation appointments and Group Connection Meeting each month. Families learn about child interaction activities that can help improve their parental involvement and their children's development. Families learn together in a secure environment at home among other extended family member such as grandparents, great grandparents, and so on. When they come to do a group connection they interact with other Parents/Children and share their experiences. So when families receive these healthy living products, parents make time to interact with their children instead of always going to work. At each of the monthly meeting we have different resources come out to share what they have to offer. Some resources include the local clinics, hospitals, department of economic security office, and etc.

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Melinda cares Donor

Rating: 5

05/23/2018

I was recently at a dinner where we had the opportunity to hear from Native American students who would have never gone to college, but for the financial AND emotional support offered by Partnership with Native Americans - very inspirational! This is a trustworthy organization that understands the human piece of giving support and encouraging success. They are an amazing nonprofit that reminds us we need to do more for our first Americans - the Native Americans. From education to basic needs, like water and sustainable food programs, the people who work for and with PWNA are committed, respectful and effective. It's fulfilling to be part of their initiatives!

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Donor

Rating: 5

10/29/2013

My experience with NRC has been extremely positive. I believe the cause is important, and I donate to NRC because this organization is specifically focused on helping bring services to improve the quality of life for Native Americans. In my conversations with NRC staff, it is clear that they are genuinely concerned and dedicated to the welfare of Native Americans. They visit the reservations, get to know the needs of the communities and offer innovative programs to help. They have successfully partnered with great organizations to make a positive difference for elders as well as young children and students. Without their programs, many would go without the basic needs for life - water, heat, food, transportation . . . things many Americans take for granted. I am proud to be a supporter and urge others to contribute to this worthy organization so they can continue to serve Native American communities around the United States.
-Melinda

JABerglund Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

04/27/2018

PARTNERSHIP WITH NATIVE AMERICANS serves as a resource for The Salvation Army throughout the country. Mark Ford, Director of Partnerships, has presented at several Salvation Army/VOAD seminars and conferences, educating participants about PWNA as well as about Native American history and culture. Our partnership is an invaluable educational resource in order to prepare for and respond to disasters affecting tribal lands. Thank you for being a partner! J. Berglund, Territorial Emergency Services Director, USA Western Territory, The Salvation Army

rosesmom Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/25/2018

The Partnership with Native American collaborates with the Tohono O'odham Nation by sharing the New Baby program. The rural reservation population increases yearly with approximately 200 births. Services from New Baby encourage the participating mother to get to prenatal education, post partum education to meet with public health nurses(PHN), and scheduled professional healthcare provider appointments that enhance their quality of life. New Baby participants learn that meeting minimum requirements for healthcare education/classes and completion of the New Baby program card- noting 6 completed visits will place them in a position to receive incentives after the baby's delivery.Wonderful gifts;welcoming baby with receiving items nicely packaged in a diaper bag, A baby stroller that folds for easy carriage, a bathtub jam packed with baby use items will be given follow up to baby's first vaccine appointment being completed. These gifts are generally magic for this rural population. Increased attendance to scheduled Doctor visits and also keeping the community educations and appointments is observable with the prompting of the New Baby program gifts. The highlight of my workweek is a day meeting the prenatal clients in a PHN education for pregnancy health and a demonstration of the usefulness of the New Baby items they can 'work' toward ! Benefits from Partnership with Native American charity can be a lifetime of planning for good healthcare practices just because New Baby" gave a good start!

chelerider Donor

Rating: 5

04/25/2018

PWNA is an amazing service to Native people and Native Communities as a whole. Leadership, Nutrition and Sustainability programs that promote culture, history and support future generations are at the core of their services. Having seen it in action from the inside, I can absolutely give them 5 stars.

DVEGAPYT Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/25/2018

PWNA has been a trustworthy and reliable partner to the Pascua Yaqui Tribe Department of Language and Culture. Through the support of PWNA and their staff expertise of community engagement, we come closer to our overall quest to preserve and perpetuate our indigenous language, culture, history and traditions. Over the course of our cooperative partnership, we have worked together to bring experiential learning opportunities through the Huyapo Bwaa'ame Project or Our Desert Foods, to tribal members of the Yaqui Tribe focusing on the transmission of traditional knowledge of our relationship to our environment and the healing qualities of these natural foods strengthening the food sovereignty of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe.

We are appreciative and are grateful to PWNA for their support, expertise and understanding of the unique needs of Native Communities, we look forward to continuing our collaborative work with PWNA for meaningful projects in our community.

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Ramon Begay Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/25/2018

Partnership With Native Americans has assisted our parents and school with incentives throughout the school year. Our attendance has grown at our monthly Title I Parent Advisory Committee meetings. Our parents appreciate and look forward to receiving these incentives. Our Tséhootsooí Diné Bi’Ólta’ students look forward to school supplies, TOM shoes and snow boots, and Christmas stockings. I am excited for PWNA incentives and appreciate what our school receives. PWNA staff is very friendly and helpful. I appreciate their service to our school and Navajo Reservation. Thank you.

Writer Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 4

04/24/2018

My organization is passionate about ensuring equitable access to our programs and services, and PWNA has been a valued partner in helping our community of practice develop new - and deepen existing - relationships with Tribal Nations. We are excited and fortunate to team with them in getting the word out about our respective offerings and joint efforts!

PWNAlc Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/23/2018

Partnership with Native Americans benefits my programs by proving incentives for youths and community members living in an underserved area. It makes my day to see the smiles  on kid’s faces when they receive their reward(s)…. Thanks PWNA!!
PWNA has enabled me to open new doors with their 4 Direction Program. I am currently enhancing my professional career; this was due to my PWNA advisor who is assisting me to reach my goals. It’s a very Cool Journey.
PWNA T3 program has provided me with teaching tools to implement. The indigenous cooking sessions were “off the hook” hands down! The teachings I learned makes me to live a healthier lifestyle. Amazing organization!

DianaI6 Donor

Rating: 5

04/17/2018

Partnership With Native Americans continues to be a shining star with their advocacy programs and investments dedicated to our nation's Native American communities. Year over year they have expanded the footprint of their outreach programs impacting more than 250,000 Native Americans .

I am proud to be affiliated with the initiatives set forth by this organization.

Leonela Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/06/2018

Partnership with Native Americans has been helping our community and surrounding communities for years by donating items that families are in need of. We are currently apart of the Healthy Living Program, we do home visits with families that have new babies and educate them on infant nutrition and home safety. The items we get from PWNA help with morale, improved programming, consistent appointments and overall well being of the families we serve.
The staff are always polite, professional and eager to help. I have never had a bad experience. Thank you PWNA for your continued support of our programs. We very much appreciate you all.

glen.marshall Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/03/2018

PWNA benefitted me personally through their 4D leadership develpment program, which I thought was a top-notch experience. My organization has also benefited through their grant program, which assisted us in getting our vegetable gardens set up for success. I know that several other organizations on the reservations in our area have also appreciated the services of PWNA.

The leadership has been caring and personable in all my interactions and I look forward to continuing our relationship moving forward.

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Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/18/2017

This is a great team. I was glad to be a part of their first leadership cohort, and I have since nominated several other folks to the program.

They have also helped our community with a variety of resources including training, materials, and support.

mnaranjo Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

03/22/2018

Partnership With Native Americans has made a great impact on our clients. We are currently in the Healthy Living Program, and we have them exercise 3 times a week and their incentive at the end of the month are the items that are sent to us from PWNA. Products that are sent to us are of much use to our elderly clients and are very much appreciated.

CoveSenior Volunteer

Rating: 5

03/14/2018

Through all the hardship of health issues, we try to extend vital information to the elders of our community to take it and live it in their daily lives. To prolong their lives because elders are full of stories they can share into the next generation. PWNA has played a very important role in helping us promote these health related information by providing incentives for elders and the incentives draws interest to the information and/or presentations we provide at our local Senior Centers. Kudos! to everyone at PWNA and appreciate all the donors! Thank you.

p_beasley Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/19/2017

My name is Paula Beasley, I am from the Navajo Nation in Sanders AZ. My dad started helping different ministries on the rez in 1996. I started helping him with the distribution and basically took over for him in 2009, when he got sick. We started with PWNA around that time, and they have been a tremendous help for our 11 ministries that we assist with. We have 3 ministries in Gallup, NM that help with the homeless and help with feeding them and clothing them, and we have 8 that help out various places on the rez. PWNA has been a huge asset with these ministries continuing. We have been very blessed to have PWNA as a part of out community. We are thankful for all that PWNA has done.

WinzaAIProjects Volunteer

Rating: 3

04/18/2017

We work with this organization to help in many areas, with a concentration in education. However, Partnership with Native Americans has gone above and beyond in working with us, giving us information, and having relevant services for those we serve. Their staff are helpful, engaging, and flexible. They have made the time to visit with us to see how they can improve and to meet with the folks who utilize their services. I have nothing but positives things to say about these guys!! You can tell these folks really care and work from the heart!!!

ASUSPIRIT Client Served

Rating: 5

04/18/2017

Partnerships With Native Americans is undeniably a GREAT Nonprofit! GREAT, in my opinion, is measured by the impact this organization has had on youth representing various tribal communities. Scholarships and community event support has had a direct and positive impact on Native students pursuing higher education at Arizona State University. Thank you!!

nizhonie Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

04/17/2017

PWNA has been a wonderful community partner! They support a variety of programs at the Sunrise House Family Resource Center! We are located in a remote location in Southern Arizona on the Tohono O'odham Nation however we are able to offer cooking classes, parenting classes and offer distribution days where we can provide community members with hygiene items, food items and support because of PWNA.

The staff is amazing and helpful, the systems they have in place are efficient and help us provide vital services to families in need. A simple thank you doesn't seem sufficient but we are very thankful for the amazing organization!

alh058 Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/14/2017

This nonprofit experience was a lifesaver for me. I am the daughter of a single mother. Financial aid was not enough for me to be able to attend college so Partnership with Native Americans made it possible for me to fulfill my lifelong dream.....to be able to go to college and obtain a degree in social work. Without the help of this nonprofit organization, my mother would not been able to do it on her own. The organization made sure I had everything I needed to make my first year in college a successful one. I am forever grateful for all that the Partnership for Native Americans has done for me.

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triplecapp Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/14/2017

PWNA is a quality organization who provided support of our community garden project in San Carlos, Arizona for the Apache people. We are a new non-profit organization called Nalwoodi Denzhone community (NDC). PWNA recognized our vision of revitalization of the San Carlos Apache people and land, and they jumped right in to support our efforts. Our garden is now providing both education and fresh, healthy produce for many Apaches! We had a great experience working with Shane Burnette and look forward to further partnerships! Thanks PWNA!

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elisia7157 Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/13/2017

I would like to share my wonderful experience with T3 Program with PWNA. This opportunity increased my knowledge in Native Foods and culinary skills to allow me to cook healthier for my family. Both the Chefs Lois and Walter were amazing and they were very helpful on understanding the use of fresh garden grown ingredients and healthy living and also the best use of specific vegetables for cooking would be better for my family. This training gave me a kick start on healthy lifestyle choices and self-improvement. Thank you PWNA

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lsaunsoci Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

04/12/2017

I participated in the PWNA 4 Directions Development Program, which helped me improve my leadership skills personally and professionally. My place of employment also uses PWNA to assist our families with many different items that help to make their lives a little easier.

director sd mines Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/11/2017

PWNA has been an essential part of our transition programs at our university. We offer a transition program to new incoming students. Due the to the help we received from PWNA we were able to help American Indian students successfully transition into college by removing some tough financial barriers. We were also able to familiarize these students with the resources they have available to them on campus. The options they have for assisting students go beyond the traditional funding, but could also include items to help students living on campus. In the past, PWNA has also helped with emergency funding opportunities which is always needed. The PWNA are knowledgeable and friendly to work with! We look forward to continuing our partnership with PWNA.

asongbird Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/11/2017

As a collaborative volunteer with Partnerships With Native Americans in Rapid City, SD, we were able to continue our support for Native students at our small Rapid City, SD engineering school - SD Mines. Incoming freshman and transfer students from area reservations and cities come to school and our Office of Multicultural Affairs gives them tools they need to navigate the campus climate. Partnerships With Native Americans allowed us to supply them with first semester books, in our a 2.5 day orientation, so crucial to their success and retention in an academically and culturally challenging environment. Many years PWNA has also supplied our graduating Native Americans with gift bag sundries to give them a head start with essential items going forward on their career paths. They have also allowed members of our American Indian Science and Engineering Chapter (AISES), to fulfill many of their community and leadership outreach skills by volunteering during their donating drives to assist reservations during the Christmas holidays. Collaborations with PWNA have truly impacted the lives of our Native American students and youth, giving them essential lifeway assistance as well as for our Multicultural Affairs Pre-Orientation in the Fall at SD Mines, a" leg-up" in their college path and professional journeys. We truly appreciate such strong community collaborations.

janbirkland Advisor

Rating: 4

04/10/2017

National Relief has helped with our parenting program. It is very hard to keep participants in the parenting program, with the household gifts they receive after completing each parenting module, they keep coming to class. Once they graduate from the program, Family Focus is then assisting them in keeping the family intact. By using the items that the National Relief supply, Family Focus uses supplies for incentives for in home care plans to keep families together.

GRHC Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/07/2017

PWNA has provided many incentives for the GRHC community. By providing these incentives, this encourages community members to get health screenings and receive health education within their homes or at community events. By having this partnership with PWNA it has assisted in increasing awareness with many different health issues the community continues to face. Each individual that receives PWNA incentives are very grateful which helps boost their moral. Partnering with PWNA is a win, win relationship. Starting a partnership with PWNA will assist with getting awareness out into your community. We would like to thank PWNA for all of the services they provide for the GRHC community.

Writer Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/05/2017

PWNA has been instrumental in providing incentives to help people help themselves. After decades of oppression, discrimination, and learned helplessness the people on our reservation are reluctant to leave their homes and participate in most activities, trainings and opportunities.

In addition the staff and workshops are positive role models who offer encouragement and support whenever we meet.

Heheimana Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/05/2017

We had the honor of meeting Rapael Tapia one day. He stopped by our office on the Hopi Reservation. I work for the Hopi Special Diabetes Program as a Diabetes Educator and he offered the services of Partnership with Native Americans for our upcoming events. I placed an order for personal care items for youth and was totally surprised at the amount of items we received. We were able to use them for the Diabetes Expo, NB3Fit youth event, So-oh, Qua-ah Day event for elders, and a Farmer's Market event. Thank you for your support of our community initiatives, the participants were very grateful for the item they received. Askwali! (thankyou!)

Esquiregolf69 Volunteer

Rating: 4

04/04/2017

As a mentor (aka Key) to individual participants in the Four Directions program of Partnership With Native Americans (PWNA), I have had the privilege to experience and to offer the much needed services and programmatic functions provided by PWNA to Indian Country. By encouraging and offering support to native american participants whom are professionals in their chosen filed, it is nice to be a part of a program like this to aid in developing culturally sensitive capacity in Indian Country. As a young professional many years ago starting out in the practice of law it would have been such a blessing to have had a resource like PWNA's Four Directions program to draw upon if and when I needed access to a resource or to hear an encouraging word from an experienced individual who could offer advice in a supportive yet challenging setting. The idea of mentoring and providing guidance is not a new one in native communities and I feel that by having the privilege to be apart of the PWNA's Four Directions program I continue to honor and pay respect to my heritage and hopefully to make a better tomorrow for all of Indian Country.

ssimmon1 Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/04/2017

It started out as "National Relief" which was shared with me through another department several years ago here at Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation, where they were conducting outreach and noticed that they were providing incentives to their consumers. Since then, I have been working with "Partnership With Native Americans" for all incentives and the incentives provided a token of appreciation to our consumers throughout all outreach that we have conducted in the Tuba City Service Unit. Our consumers greatly appreciated the items received and at times request for more especially out on the Navajo Reservation and surrounding areas that we service.
I truly thank you "Partnership With Native Americans" for all the services that they provide.

DOSSHG Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/04/2017

We are a local business that has been partners with Partnership with Native Americans for a few years now. As a service provider to the organization, we see the people they serve and the help they provide those people. It's truly admirable to observe the staff and their interactions with the attendees. Their compassion and professionalism is second to none.
We've gotten the opportunity to tour the warehouse and attend their Open House events. The resources they have available to them, which in turn, becomes resources to the Native American community, is fantastic. The Open Houses are very inspirational and awe-inspiring, all the while being packed with fun activities for everyone.
When visiting the offices and warehouse, I dare you to not feel amazed and humbled by what this organization provides to its extremely proud Native American community. You will walk away wishing there was more you could do to support their cause.

bluemountainmeats Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

04/04/2017

I have worked with PWNA for a few years now. They are a very professional organization and do a great deal of good for those whom they serve. I sometimes wonder what the lives of those people they serve would be like if PWNA were not there filling in the gaps and serving them in the professional manner that they do.

David.Smith Volunteer

Rating: 5

07/07/2016

By way of introduction my name is David Smith the principal at a BIE school on the Navajo Reservation. We have been partnering with the PWNA for 4 years. We have been able to invite community members, and parents to enjoy a holiday meal with there students at the school. The PWNA partnership has been instrumental in assisting us with holiday socks for students, which they really enjoy receiving and are excited to get a big sock, with useful items. We are isolated from major stores, so this service is great.

The healthy living program has been great in adding to our parent meetings and participation the parents have enjoyed every thing they have been given and is an incentive to come to the trainings and meetings.

jfragua Volunteer

Rating: 5

07/06/2016

Jemez Senior Program has worked with Partnership with Native Americans (PWNA) for a few years now and it has been great. PWNA Services that the Senior Program has utilized are: Food, Healthy Living, Community Event, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter, Home modification (handicap ramp installation), Winter food boxes, and Bulk. Our community members benefit significantly from the partnership because the Senior Program does not have the luxury to provide the additional assistance to the Elders without the help of PWNA. We also appreciate all the donors who contribute to PWNA because they help make our communities a better place to live, "ta-ka-nopah"-Thank You! The staff at PWNA are courteous, helpful and caring which makes our partnership easy and smooth. The drivers who deliver our goods are always friendly. The warehouse workers make sure our goods are quality. "Ta-ka-nopah"-Thank you PWNA!

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beck121 Volunteer

Rating: 5

06/26/2016

The Summit School District in northeastern South Dakota has worked with Partnerships With Native Americans as a collaborative partner since 2015. In just one year, PWNA has made many great community activities happen for our youth! From providing needed items for our children to start school on a positive note, providing items for our children to celebrate during the Thanksgiving, Halloween, Christmas, and Easter holiday, and help advance the literacy program for our youth and adults, none of these events would have been possible without this great organization , its employees, and donors.
We have worked very closely with Eric L. and his staff in the Rapid City office and they have been nothing but magnificent! From the communication of ordering, to the truck drivers delivering, everyone is wonderful to work with and are always knowledgeable when you have questions. PWNA is one of those rare nonprofits which really reaches out and provides resources right to the people.

salishlady Volunteer

Rating: 5

06/15/2016

I have been a "reviewer" for the National Scholarship committee for the American Indian Education Foundation (AIEF) for the past 14 years. I have served on several national committees for Native American students and find that this committee is the most dedicated and thorough committee I have ever had the privilege to serve. The other committee members are dedicated Native and non-Native professionals who spend countless hours reviewing hundreds of student applications each year as volunteers. Our goal is to make as many Native students educational experiences as successful as possible. It warms our hearts when the selection process is completed and we can actually see the faces in photographs of the students who have been awarded. We remember these students throughout the years. It is an honor and privilege to serve on this committee. It has been one of the most rewarding activities I have been involved with as a Native educator in my 40 years of serving Native students. Thank you.

Writer Volunteer

Rating: 5

05/18/2016

Leupp Schools, Inc. (LSI) is a Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) funded-school located on the southwestern part of the Navajo Reservation along the Little Colorado River. The school serves approximately 200 students in grades K-12 including the Family and Children Education (FACE) Program. The vision of LSI is, “Building the Future, Keeping the Past.”

In keeping with the school’s vision, LSI made plans to pursue a garden project on the school campus. During School Year 2015-2016, the high school students developed an action plan which they followed closely under the supervision and guidance of the high school math and science teachers.

By the end of March 2016, the garden beds were completed and installed accordingly as planned. Before planting, a harvest blessing ceremony was performed by a local Navajo medicine man to ensure a successful harvest and to ensure the successful learning of our students.

By the end of the first week in May 2016, the students finally planted flowers and vegetables in their respective garden beds. In the process of planting, unexpectantly, the campus beautification project emerged for the high school Botany Class. As a result, they placed three flower beds in front of the main school building and planted several rose bushes along the side of the main school building. The flowers are beginning to bloom and flourish, which truly adds beauty to the school campus.

This has been an exciting year for our students, particularly for the high school students who were involved with the hands-on learning project including manual labor. To actually see the outcome of their workmanship was highly rewarding for them. Planting was also a positive learning experience for all students, which was enjoyable for them. Watering the garden is another learning experience for the students because the seeds that were planted are now beginning to show signs of growth.

LSI is very grateful for the funding made possible through Partnership With Native Americans (PWNA) of Phoenix, AZ for our harvest project. All of the materials, supplies and equipment needed for our harvest project were obtained with the PWNA funding. The project coordinator has been very supportive and extremely helpful in guiding us through the process. LSI now has a garden and we are now looking forward to harvest time. Thank you very much PWNA for your kind assistance and support.

gmccullough Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

05/13/2016

I would like to personally say that I am very impressed with the PWNA. Freightquote has worked with Rick in AZ for over 10 years. Much respect Rick is always on top of each order and is one of the best in the business with coordinating schedules. Their business model is one of a kind for all involved. Friendly and Outstanding in his role. Always a pleasure to work with!!! Impressive Organization!

mrsmanuel Volunteer

Rating: 5

05/12/2016

Partnership with Native Americans is an amazing organization that makes a tremendous impact on fellow native communities. I'm so grateful for PWNA and having the opportunity to be a volunteer for what they provide.

Kohala General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

05/11/2016

I have worked with Mr. Rafael Tapia for many years. I recently learned of his involvement with Partnership with Native Americans. What a blessing this organization is to Indian Country, and the broader community. I toured their offices recently, I was overwhelmed with happiness for the work they are doing in the community. Providing basic needs for native communities with such grace and integrity.

This organization uplifts all of us. Any corporation thinking about joining this group, hurry! Run don't walk. You won't regret it.

meat1954 General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

05/11/2016

I have been working with PWNA for over 25 years,and they have helped hundreds of thousands native americans with food,books,cloths,medical,household supplies,and even planted 300 fruit trees in a community 20 years ago.100% goes to the clients,they are great,people the Manager in Phoenix,Mr. Miller is a real stad up gentl;eman that cares a lot about the people and the company,sp if you are looking for a worth while donation,please this is the one,it really helps those in need
Sincerely
Larry erickson

JeffBeloncik Volunteer

Rating: 5

05/11/2016

In my experience, PWNA is managed very professionally -- resulting in great services and efficiency in their relief and development efforts. They are not just meeting the immediate needs of the people, but they are also developing long-term solutions to support the initiatives of their partners on the reservations. I've worked with PWNA for several years helping them to collect the products they need to serve the people in their care, and I've been continually impressed by them throughout that time. The organization is well put together, and the individuals truly care about the people they serve.

Margie A. Volunteer

Rating: 5

05/10/2016

I work with PWNA to transport supplies to areas in need. PWNA does their best to get food, water, and toiletries to different locations by the most economical and practical way possible. PWNA is respectful to all companies and individuals alike.

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Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

05/04/2015

I have worked with National Relief Charities for several years now transporting product to their locations in Arizona and South Dakota. I am very impressed with how much National Relief wants to service its communities. For example, I've received last minute requests because weather or perhaps wildfires has caused a need for supplies quickly; you can tell that this isn't just a job, it's about people.
They try their best to supply what is needed within a timely, cost-effective manner.

Writer Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/11/2016

Not only does this organization help financially, it provides emotional support and encouragement throughout the semester. I have so many positive things to say about this amazing group. Denise Suchy and Candi Acker both have sent me kind words and important advice. I have also received care packages as well. I am a first generation college student. Even though my family loves me and wants me to succeed, sometimes they do not know how to be supportive with my higher education goals. It feels good to know I can turn to Denise or Candi for guidance and help. They want me to succeed!!! Without the scholarship and emotional support, I wouldn't be as close to graduating as I am now. I graduate next year!!! I plan to major in Human Development and Family Studies with a minor in Addiction Treatment Services. I plan to help my Native people by helping families who have been affected by substance abuse. Helping one person (as this organization has helped me), will have an exponential effect on Native communities. I plan to pay the kindness I received forward. Thank you for believing in me!!!

Dominic5 Volunteer

Rating: 5

03/24/2016

The Partnership With Native Americans is one of the greatest contributors to Native American education; as a volunteer I received their contributions toward my education twice out of the year, which helped me substantially. 2015 was a hard year for me because I studied abroad in Wales, then I interned in Texas, and lastly I interned in Washington D.C. for Senator Martin Heinrich in the fall. All of these experiences required substantial monetary input on my behalf, but with their help it made the financial burden much easier on me during the year. I wanted to have this opportunity to say a heart felt “thank you” to the entire organization; they do a great job for indigenous youth who have the desire to achieve great things in their respective communities. As I get closer to achieving my Bachelor’s degree and I pursue a law degree, I will be sure to always keep these individuals in mind because I hope to send some of my own aid to those in need. With that being said, I wish everyone in the organization a blessed year and I hope your families prosper in the future.

Pamela.Manuel Volunteer

Rating: 5

09/25/2015

As a social work associate, I hold educational baby showers and assist in coordinating Mammogram clinics. PWNA has supplied personal care items, baby items and various other items as incentives for our participants. Since partnering with PWNA I have seen an increase in participation. Our efforts to educate healthy pregnancies and breast cancer awareness are reaching many women of all ages. I appreciate the hard working PWNA staff, they are always courteous, professional and willing to go above and beyond to help their partners. Thank You PWNA!!

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cmasons1 Volunteer

Rating: 5

09/16/2015

After being unemployed for about 6 months off the reservation, I returned to find that my reservation was no longer the place I call home. My community changed dramatically and I wanted to help in a way that could steer away from those negative changes. As a partner they were able to help my community with needed basic items. Seeking guidance from the PWNA coordinators, they were able to help me build my strengths to helping developing my community in a positive way. Currently my community has come together to create a community garden and first planting should be early next year. Building strong, self sufficient communities.

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nativeflower Volunteer

Rating: 5

09/04/2015

Partnership With Native Americans (PWNA) is a wonderful organization and I am honored for the opportunity to be a partner for positivity. PWNA has supplied personal care items and home goods for participants in our Healthy Living Program. Our clients are very appreciative of these items and appointment attendance has improved since our partnership began. PWNA personnel have always been very professional and it is easy to tell they love helping our Native Communities by their great customer service.

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ddgishie Volunteer

Rating: 5

09/01/2015

Partnership With Native Americans is an excellent organization. They provide the most basic assistance a community needs. The most recent action of assistance was in providing crate loads of bottled water to affected communities on the Navajo Nation along the San Juan River; assistance was given to farmers, ranchers, families who were adversely effected during the Gold mine spill in Durango.

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clara.landavazo Volunteer

Rating: 4

05/08/2015





May 8, 2015
As a counselor, I search for organizations that will contribute to my self-help programs. So I can encourage the students to be productive, lifelong learners of their community. National Relied Charities provides incentives that meet the needs of the students in my programs.
National Relief Charities members are compassionate about helping students and adults are self sufficient. Our school has participated in the following programs: Healthy Living, Christmas Stockings, Easter Egg Hunt, and Community Events: (Week-end Back Pack Program), (One World Play Project-Soccer), and School Supplies.
Next Year I am going to apply for the Hug a Bear Program to help children cope with their grief. NRC reaches out to the community and helps make everyone feel special.
Thank-you for being my partner and supporting our self-help programs.
Clara Marie Landavazo/Counselor
Baca/Dlo’ayazhi Community School in Prewitt, New Mexico

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sainie Volunteer

Rating: 5

05/06/2015

I am so thankful for the scholarship offered through the American Indian Education Foundation under National Relief Charities. The funding I received has helped me reach my goal of getting my bachelor's degree in business administration. Thank you.

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cbhellmann Volunteer

Rating: 4

05/05/2015

We have worked with NRC as a transportation provider and they are a great partner to have. They are always willing to go the extra mile if problems arise to make sure our drivers will get loaded or unloaded in a timely manner. We know that we can rely on NRC for anything and vice-versa. Those relationships are only able to be built when you have good people working at your company. I would work with NRC all the time if it allowed itself.

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shiprockody2015 Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 4

05/05/2015

The Shiprock Office of Dine' Youth has partnered with the National Relief Charities for several years in meeting the needs of the community, youth, and families. NRC works diligently in providing our program supplies to be disseminated to those in need. When working with the community at-large, you often come across individuals who are in need of support or who momentarily is in need. Most often, the recipient/participant is very appreciative of receiving supplies/items that contributes to their over-all being. Knowing that resources, such as NRC is available helps us in our continued efforts in working with our fellow people. Thank you, NRC.

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larryerickson Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

05/05/2015

Good day,I have worked with,supported,and helped NRC for the past 20 years.I first met them when they called and asked if I would be willing to haul fruit trees to Mountment,Az on my produce trucks for them.NRC planted over 200 trees to help beautify the area,and help the elderly people with shade.
since then, I have been part of their food and non-foods,systems.For the past 20 plus years,they have supplied food for every day needs,food boxes for the elderly,shut ins on the Navajo and Hopi Reservations,plus they have helped the Zuni Reservations,plus Arzona and California Tribes.
NRC has supplied ofer 200,000 meals for Christmas,Easter,Thanksgiving dinners.
NRC,is a great bunch of people,and are top notched,looking to help the partners in their area.
I would suggest if you need a organization to help this is the one,they are 1000% for the clients,please contact NRC and get involved today!!
They are the best

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cynthiahar2552 Volunteer

Rating: 5

03/20/2015

National Relief Charities has assisted our program tremendously with the many different items for incentives to be given to our clients. I believe without their support we would not be able to make our program a huge success for our clients. The elderly members within our communities live on a fixed income, so most of the items we give to them is considered of grave support. I am very thankful for everything you all provide for our people. Thank you so very much.

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AuntieMimmi Client Served

Rating: 5

02/13/2015

I work for a nonprofit charity in an assisted living home right off of the Northern Cheyenne Reservation. Our facility is for Native Americans and is run on donations so the supplies and donations that we receive from the NRC truly help in facilitating our mission. They are very professional and helpful and very consistent in the delivery of our products. The elders even took a field trip to see the warehouse last summer as an outing, It was great to put faces to names and to see the wonderful program close up.

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DPSFan Volunteer

Rating: 5

02/12/2015

We have been partnering with NRC for two years. We participate in their Literacy Program. All staff are professional, caring, and attentive. NRC has helped hundreds of families in our community with household supplies, food items, children's toys, and many other goodies. Our students are always very eager for the next delivery of goodies for our Literacy Program. Our community is a poor community and the help NRC provides us is greatly appreciated.

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Bjakes Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

02/11/2015

I can not say enough about the incredible work NRC does on the reservations in the Great Plains region. I have had the honor and pleasure of working with this organization for many years. I am amazed at the professionalism and genuine compassion expressed by each individual working at the organization. NRC has always put the reservation communities first without hesitation which. NRC is an incredible asset to my people across the region and I thank you for all you do.

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Dodson15 Client Served

Rating: 5

02/04/2015

I partner with the National Relief Charities out of Rapid City, SD and they have by far exceeded my expectations. The organization is run very professionally and smoothly. The personnel are outstanding and maintain good communication. My questions and concerns are always answered in a timely, efficient, and pleasant manner.
All the products, supplies, and books we receive are very useful to the students and their families.
The Thanksgiving and Christmas programs are wonderful for our families especially the Elders.
I look forward to many more years of this positive partnership.
Thank you to all the NRC staff and the donors!

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Clar Client Served

Rating: 4

09/05/2014

For several years now, NRC have helped the members in our community with the items they provide. We provide health education to the homebound and elderly. The NRC staff have always been courteous, professional and the drivers are like family. There hasn't been one time when any of the staff at NRC made me feel like I was just another customer. They take the time to answer questions, get your information and follow up on deliveries with you. When I talk to one of them, I know I am talking to a friend. Their services are really appreciated by our community members and when we give out the stockings for Christmas, it is priceless to see the faces light up, not only on the children, but the elders as well when our Santa hands it to them. Thanks to NRC, we know we can help when help is needed. Thank you to all the NRC staff and the donors!

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Nakota Client Served

Rating: 5

09/04/2014

I have worked with NRC for several years now here on the Flathead Reservation and they have by far exceeded my expectation's. We use the healthy living program, Residential, Incentive, Food, Thanksgiving and Christmas programs. With their help we have been able to stretch our funding way farther than we could otherwise. They are always curtsies and always willing to help in any way they can very seldom do they not have answers for you and by chance if they don't they do their best to get an answer for you in a very timely manner. The drivers are sensational also they always pull up with a smile, joke or funny story for you. I truly enjoy working with them as they make you feel like apart of a family group and are so willing to help anyway they can. Hats off to you NRC and a big thank you from the Flathead Reservation for all that you do.

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Kristin88 Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

09/03/2014

Olive Grove Consulting has supported NRC over the last two years and its leadership, programs, and values are exceptional. Both the board and staff are committed to true partnership with Native Americans rather than imposing their programs and services on reservations. Their humility, integrity and passion is inspiring and the impact they are making in Native communities will generate positive outcomes for years to come.

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WCOA Volunteer

Rating: 5

08/28/2014

Winslow Council on Aging is a nonprofit organization in northern Arizona that operates the Active Adult Community Center. For individuals age 60 and older, we provide: Congregate Meals, Home-Delivered Meals, Transportation, Homecare Services, Exercise Classes, Health/Wellness Workshops, Food Bank, Senior Activities, and BINGO.

National Relief Charities has been a valuable partner for six years. The staff is courteous, knowledgeable, and efficient. Through the generous donations of food and incentives that we receive from NRC, we are able to supplement our senior nutrition and health/wellness programs. In addition to the regular donations every other month, NRC has provided us with items to assemble emergency preparedness kits for our vulnerable adults, elder stockings at Christmas, individual Thanksgiving dinners, and incentives for several community events.

National Relief Charities has enhanced our programs and provided many benefits to our participants. We are grateful for our partnership.

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KANorton Client Served

Rating: 5

07/24/2014

Johns Hopkins Center for American Indian Health has worked with National Relief Charities for 14+ years. We have sites in 9 locations on the Navajo Nation, White Mountain Apache communities and Albuquerque-area Pueblo locations. We are continually impressed by and sincerely grateful for the service commitment made by every one of our NRC partners. They ask how they can serve more fully and every person exemplifies service leadership. We are learning about additional opportunities for program collaboration and I want to encourage everyone to seek out this information for your agency. NRC is hosting its annual Open House in Phoenix, AZ for this year on October 9, 2014. I hope to see you there. We should all attend to learn how to build better relationships in service to all. NRC sets a terrific example for us to follow.

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FtDefianceIHSSpeechTherapy Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/07/2014

Native American students in 4th and 8th grade are one of the lowest scoring reading groups in the United States. Children who receive Speech-language Pathology treatment with literacy goals at an earlier age can be prevented from such delays. While being a program partner with National Relief Charities (NRC), I have been able to supply donated books to both children and adults receiving speech therapy in a hospital clinic. This has allowed for generalization of treatment outcomes from the clinic to the home setting. When offered incentives such as books, patients have increased motivation to return to therapy which positively impacts their treatment outcomes. The experience I have had with NRC is outstanding and I look forward to many more years of this positive partnership. Thank you NRC!

Molly Rutledge, CCC-SLP, CCP
Speech-Language Pathologist
Chronic Care Professional Health Coach
Navajo Reservation

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FortDefianceAdolescentCare Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/02/2014

My name is Mechelle Morgan-Flowers and I am the Utilization Review/Discharge Planner for the Tsehootsooi Medical Center (Ft Defiance Indian Hospital) on the Navajo Reservation in Northern Arizona. I have been at TMC for 17 years serving the Native Community. My husband is the Nurse Recruiter for the hospital, and we have two children going to the St Michael Indian School in St. Michaels, AZ.

I began working with the NRC program four years ago with our Elder Care Program and our Palliative/Comfort Care Programs. Since that time my volunteer work with NRC has expanded to our Drumming Circles/Yoga Classes/Parent Classes. We have worked with the organization with our community events and conferences which have included the Annual Cancer Conferences and our "Gathering of Healers".

The NRC has worked with bringing supplies to our local schools and has expanded services into our communities.

This organization has been a tremendous help to myself personally as I go into the community to bring about healthy living, and it has also involved our children to "step up" and be volunteers at events. I am so honored to be a volunteer, along with my family, to bring about changes for our underserved population.

I LOVE THIS organization and their mission to help improve our quality of life for our Natives.

Thank you, thank you, thank you for all that you do for our communities. May you walk in beauty always. May you continue your work to help us. May we walk hand in hand to make a difference.

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loriwitt Volunteer

Rating: 5

03/04/2014

Wow words are not enough to share what NRC has done this year to help families in our school. We have had 2 food distributions and every student was gvien a stocking. We are now in the process of setting up a Easter Egg Hunt. Students are still talking about the stockings. I have worked with several people at NRC and each one has been just as helpful and nice as the nest one. With every event that is planned brings new excitement for us at our school. They are very oraganized and open to give a helping hand to families in need. I so look forward to our continure relationship and working together to help those in need.

nenanarcho Volunteer

Rating: 5

01/14/2014

Overall my experience I had with NRC they did some good communication. They always kept in touch and reminded me when my reports were going to be due. All the products we recieved were very useful to our families we served and it boosted our parent participation in the program. The parents look forward to the C.U.B.S store especially when we get new shipment.

KewaBehavioral1 Volunteer

Rating: 4

01/13/2014

The assistance NRC provides to our program has made a great impact on the community we serve. Our experience has been positive and continues to grow as we provide more services to our community. Our partnership with NRC has provided basic necessities to our clients that encourages their participation in our program. Keep up the good work NRC and let's make a difference in our Native communities...

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MNSheffield Donor

Rating: 5

10/29/2013

Last Christmas my cousins and I decided to donate to a charity instead of exchanging gifts. We chose the winter fuel service through NRC's Southwest Indian Relief Council program. We were pleased to receive an update on what our contribution was able to help provide last winter to keep Elders warm. This giving meant more to us than the usual gift exchange and we are considering doing it again this year.

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dayashankar1936 Donor

Rating: 5

10/29/2013

I finf the workers at NRC very dedicated people who sincerely want to improve the livs of
Native Americans. I was very pleased to help the students complete their education through
scholarships I provided for them. My late husband Robert Fischer and I have been a long
time supporters of this organization. I find the mission of this organization is to help the
Native Americans and I would continue to help in whatever way I can.

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james2jd General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

10/29/2013

Having worked with NRC on multiple occasions over the years with printing projects I couldn't help but notice all the wonderful campaigns they promote throughout the year to help raise awareness and support for Native Americans.

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alanmckeon General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

10/29/2013

I've heard the expression, "Give a man a fish, feed him for a day, teach a man (or woman) to fish, feed him for life" and have found NRC to be an organization who puts this into practice in a caring, culturally sensitive and effective manner. In doing so they help lift the quality of life for entire Native American communities and for future generations.

I met with many of the staff at NRC and found them to be knowledgable, caring and really committed to the plight of Native American's. They help Native Americans who live on reservations miles from anywhere (and so can't benefit from casinos) and who exist within these United States in terrible conditions with little help from our Government.

NRC is improving the lives of hundreds of thousands of individuals every year. An impressive group that continues to grow the impact of their programs.

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JTOWNER General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

10/29/2013

I recently attended a donor meeting at National Relief Charities and was most impressed with the speakers, who outlined the organization's mission and highlighted some very impressive results, especially in working to enhance educational opportunities and success for Native American students. They also do great work with animal rescue and outreach on the reservation. I look forward to learning more, and to contributing to their efforts.

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Charlieboy Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/29/2013

By helping a few of their workers do what it is they do, I observed the levels of professionalism and efficiency and caring to which they seem devoted - which is great!

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randy70 Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/28/2013

I have done work for and with NRC for 20+ years and have to say that they are one of the most professionally consistent and caring non-profits out there today. Not only do they give a voice and face to the plight of the American Indian, but they represent very well the pride and honor of these great people. As with all non-profits these days, fundraising efforts are challenged daily - I see numerous non-profits teetering off "mission", but not NRC. That is one thing I've seen over the years with this group is a consistent message of mission to the general public - that is an honorable trait and so respectful to present and future donors. A great group to work with, work for and be associated with in the fundraising industry.

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FS2013 Donor

Rating: 1

10/23/2013

I donated to ROAR because I was concerned about the plight of the animals of the reservation. Although I didn't give (couldn't) much, a flood of mail and phone solicitations followed. I stopped donated after I read some negative reviews of the charity, but the solicitations continued.
Yes, I tried calling the 1-800 donor help line - but guess what, no one picks up! What good is this donor help line if no one actually answers the calls? Why not make it easier for people to get off the calling/mailing list if so many complain?
I put a request to drop me from NRC's lists on the payment coupon of the most recent solicitation. I'm sure it won't be followed. And the worst part is, the animals of the reservation go without! I really would like to help but I just don't want that flood of mail and phone calls anymore!

Edited by FS2013: Someone from NRC actually responded to my review! Interestingly the responder - no name given - didn't address my concerns about the animals, only my "difficulties" with their help line.
Actually, it's the help line having difficulties - answering their calls, that is! Does anyone actually work there? When do they answer the phone? The number is correct judging by the automatic message.
Yes, I will drop you a line at the email you provided - hopefully someone will be staffing there!
And you do realize that I left the message on this board in the hope I'd get a response, not in an effort to make me feel better. I will feel better when the animals of the reservation get proper care.

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PWNA 10/25/2013

I am writing in behalf of National Relief Charities. It sounds like you're having trouble with your request about contact. If you send an email to PR@nrc1.org, we will make sure this gets handled effectively for you. If we don't know who you are, we can't help. Posting a note on this site may make you feel better, but it won't stop the contacts the way that you want, so please email now. We'll be watching for your note.

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PWNA 10/30/2013

Thank you so much for your follow-up email. It helped us fully address your request and ensure that your needs are met.

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Joe2013 Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/23/2013

At National Relief Charities , I have never seen a group of individuals who do so much with so little. I have been involved with other charities that are bloated with bureaucracy that do 1/10th work with 10 times the people.

They serve a segment of our population that has forever been neglected and underfunded. The NRC has done the smart thing in focusing on very specific needs and purposes within the Native American people.

These people are involved because they care, not because it is chic and trendy. I hope they can continue their good work at a time when non-profit dollars are dwindling.

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kathleen.pulwers General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

10/22/2013

Our company is proud to be a part of the fundraising efforts of your fine organization. We fully support your efforts to help improve the quality of life of the Native American community. Your passion for this worthy cause is what motivates our company to do good work for you. We are committed to doing excellent work for your cause and are humbled that you have selected us to be a part of this important effort.

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abestchoice1 Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/17/2013

I have been working with National Relief Charities for over 5 years in regards to their direct mail fundraising efforts. It is rewarding on many levels in that they are experts in the field of direct mail and very efficient and conscientious, plus it is great working with an organization whose core work in helping the Native American people is so much needed. NRC addresses the relevant concerns and definitely makes a positive impact.

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keddy General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

10/17/2013

National Relief Charities does amazing work the Native Americans. I support them fully.

HopiVets Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/07/2013

National Relief Charities organization has been instrumental in providing services for our annual Veterans Day events for the past three years on the Hopi Reservation. The incentives and donations provided by NRC have been provided to everyone, from little children to the elderly, who attended the annual veterans day event. What items were left over, we used as part of the Christmas bags and goodies we provided for our local veterans.

Additionally, NRC was the key coordinator to assist us when we requested help for a local veteran who house nearly was consumed by fire several years ago. By their coordianted efforts, NRC was able to secure another organziation to pay for the costs of renovationg the veterans house. Mission successfully completed and veteran extremely happy. A show piece for other Tribal programs who could use this same assistance.

NRC is an outstanding non-profit organization and I would definitely recommend for all to use.

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Vibrant Woman Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/02/2013

NRC provided shoes and boots to over 880 children at our elementary school this September. From the first contact with NRC in June to the final wave goodbye in September, the contacts were wonderful. Our many questions and concerns were always answered in a timely, efficient and pleasant manner.

Everything we needed to make the morning a success was provided to us. Had we had more staff on hand, and hadn't had two different and overlapping activities the students had to attend, we likely could have had all our students in new shoes by 11 a.m. As it was, everything was done in 4 hours. It was a whirlwind, but every child who wanted shoes had them.

The men who traveled so far to provide us the shoes had to be elsewhere by 1 p.m. It did not appear we were going to be finished getting students in shoes by that time. Their inventiveness and calmness allowed another school in our area to get shoes earlier than expected. The men also made it possible to have enough shoes left at our school for our students to try on, so that the driver could get on the road to a school site about 4 hours south of us.

Throughout what could have easily been a stressful, strained and unpleasant experience, the men of NRC who came to our school remained calm, humorous and so helpful. We will be better prepared next year. In the meantime, we are so grateful for everything these good men and their fine organization, NRC, provided to us. Tremendous appreciation to Denise as well. She answered my phone calls at all hours and did so much to support this endeavor.

We look forward to seeing NRC next year. We will be much better prepared. In the meantime, we are very appreciative of the graciousness, consideration and assistance NRC provided to our students and to our staff.

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Tuba City Humane Society Inc Volunteer

Rating: 5

09/11/2013

Tuba City Humane Society connected with NRC this spring and their ROAR (Rescue operation for animals on the reservation). We had no idea they existed but after we made contact things started to happen. Their office staff was so helpful and our first delivery consisted of dog food, bleach, paper towels and flea & tick treatment. The food and flea & tick treatments were given to our foster/rescue homes. The cleaning supplies went to our veterinarian who kennels and takes care of all our rescues until they are moved out for adoption. We also had a visit from their staff to Tuba City to talk with us and also the person in charge of the Southwest region came from S. Dakota and spent half the day visiting our home so we could touch base with all their programs. We found out that next year we can apply for grants for low cost spays & neuters and also to help with gas for the transportation of our rescues to Flagstaff & Kanab, Utah. We just received another pallet of blankets, toys, flea & tick treatment, bleach and cases of bottled water. There will be a very large free spay/neuter event in Nov. put on by Best Friends in Utah and we can use the water for all the volunteers. Also, ROAR has a calendar out for 2014 and two of rescues I kept are Miss March & Mr. Sept. That was a real surprise. Thanks to NRC for all your help for us and the animals. We appreciate it so much and really like working with all of your staff. They are so helpful and friendly. Sylvia Moore, Director

Michelle Romero Volunteer

Rating: 5

09/09/2013

NRC helps our program be successful. I work as a Parent Educator with the public school district in Gallup NM and we service families by conducting home visits and working with teem moms in learning how to interact with their child and begin early in preparing their child for school readiness. We work with families with babies 0-5 years old. NRC helps by providing us with incentives to help these needy families with healthy living supplies. Our families look forward to receiving these products and I feel that they stay consistent with our home visits because they are excited to receive the incentives. NRC has been a great resource for us and we appreciate all that they do. Thank you for your help and support with our program!!

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JodiZ Client Served

Rating: 5

09/05/2013

I run a Boys and Girls Club on my reservation and National Relief Charities has been a tremendous help with the youth we serve. Thanks to their help we have children and families who are able to get much needed items that they are not always able to afford. National Relief Charities staff are always professional and willing to provide a helping hand to our program. National Relief Charities is an important part of our program and its success in serving our tribal youth and I am very grateful for their assistance.

Bonnie83 Client Served

Rating: 5

07/11/2013

We serve individuals who are developmentally disabled. Recently two MSLA homes were built in our community. Becasue we serve people on the Reservation, needs are high for everyone. NRC has been very helpful in providing the individuals with products that they can use in their own apartments. All of the products help the individuals become more independent in cleaning, cooking, fittness and quality of life.

Overall I rate NRC as "top of the line" in helping people to suceed in his/her goals.

Rilla Client Served

Rating: 5

06/18/2013

I have been taking part of the National Relief Charities donations for the over past 2 years and excellent repport with them. We are rated from 0.o to 5.o for IHS We Care, our department has received five, 5.o ratings, for eight months (October 2012-May 2013).

The incentives have brought in more clients for immunizations and have given us a 5.o rating for the Northern Cheyenne Public Health Department for the last 4 consecutive months. Our department is the only one to receive such marks out of 20 departments.

We attribute the high rating in part the NRC for the incentives that are given to the clients that are donated by NRC. Oh, I forgot to mention the prenatal classes and community home site visits, also receive the incentives as well.

The NRC assists us in serving our reservation with items that can be utilized to ease the burdens of every day life expenses for people who are in need, which blesses us and the community we serve.

Haho'

Rilla Kingfisher, Northern Cheyenne PHN Secretary

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crystalbush99 Client Served

Rating: 5

06/18/2013

I have been working with the National Relief Charities out of Rapid City, So Dak and they have been very good to our organization which is the Porcupine Elderly Meals Program out of Porcupine,So Dak. Our elders enjoy the food boxes that gets sent down every month and i make use of the food items that we get for our elderly building etc...flour,sugar,canned fruits and canned vegetables,they are an excellent team that works with alot of people,they all conduct themselves in a very professional manner whether its going to volunteer at their warehouse or when there out delivering to the districts.

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dorie Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

06/11/2013

NRC is indeed #1 in our program and in our hearts and we certainly applaud this wonderful organization. NRC had been and continues to be our strong partner in our Community Service on the Reservation in our desire and effort to help provide food supplement to our local people. Our native friends greatly appreciate what we do with the NRC --- they were saying that in a place like this which is almost "out in the middle of nowhere" away from stores, etc., the food boxes and food bags we give out on a regular basis truly helped them in their daily needs. We have some people who came who have lost their jobs and they were truly grateful for this help. NRC does not only help our local people, it helps our Community Service program so much because it provides generous supplement to our other donations and supplies, thus saving us some bucks because instead of buying other food to give out, we can use those funds for other outreach programs that we do. I would also say that personnel at NRC Phoenix office are all very friendly, helpful, accommodating and available to us. We thank God that we have NRC as our program partner, they have made a tremenduos difference in our program and in the lives of the people that our program serves. KUDOS to NRC!

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Lisa Burns Donor

Rating: 1

04/19/2013

This organization is VERY fishy. We have been inundated with calls even though we requested to be taken off their call list at least four times. Up until this last call they said they would remove us from the list. Yesterday when they called, for the fourth time in a week, I got upset about not having been removed from their call list. The woman said that I had to call another number to be taken off the list!!!

What are they doing with all their money except hire people to call and call and call???

I would never donate to them again.

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PWNA 04/22/2013

Ms. Burns, in behalf of NRC, I wanted to explain that over 70% of donations go toward program services in Indian country. As we have explained previously on this site, if you ask a caller to flag your account for no contact, that often does not do the trick. The only group with full access to flag your account end to end throughout our database is DONOR RELATIONS: 800-416-8102. For some reason, people do not want to accept this extra step, but it is what will help you get the result that you want. Also, if a caller has told you previously that they were removing you from the list, they probably did flag it in their section of the database – but a caller has limited database access and they should have referred you to Donor Relations as well. We sincerely apologize if that referral did not happen. To resolve this, please take this one last step and call Donor Relations now.

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thandboy Advisor

Rating: 5

04/08/2013

I find this service is very professional, well organized and assisting in all coordinated fields on their service area. What ever needs were requested was obtained and provided, never had any trouble or difficutly with request, shipments and service. When we brought volunteers to the center it was organized, welcoming and very helpful for clients that needed items for their hours of service. Love the service and I would recommend it anytime for the areas.

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PWNA 04/22/2013

Toni, thank you so much taking the time to share your experience of working National Relief Charities. We appreciate your partnership and the opportunity to help you serve the people of Eagle Butte. It was also terrific that you were able to bring a group of volunteers to work in our distribution center in Rapid City, SD. Thanks again for sharing your feedback online for the benefit of other partners as well as donors.

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peter haines Donor

Rating: 1

03/17/2013

After making one donation, I have received dozens of pestering phone calls and wasteful mailings.
25% of money raised goes to more fundraising.
They posted on my face book page. My disavowing comment disappeared.
I strongly suspect that most of the "volunteers" who write reviews are on the payroll of this relentless machine. Do not make eye contact.

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PWNA 04/22/2013

Mr. Haines, we understand that you wish to reduce fundraising calls and mail from our organization. The only way to achieve this is to call our DONOR RELATIONS department: 800-416-8102. With Donor Relations, you may indicate which of our programs you wish to hear from, if any, and how often you would like to be contacted, if at all. As far as Facebook, we only post on our organizational page: www.facebook.com/RememberNativeAmericans. The “volunteers” that post reviews on this site are our Program Partners, which number over 1,000. They volunteer to partner with National Relief Charities and, in turn, receive goods and services to strengthen their communities. It is for them that we exist. It may be helpful to know that Great Nonprofits has a system in place that helps to prevent reviews from parties within the company being rated. We are glad to see this as it prevents people from posting false reviews on the site, whether positive or negative. We hope that you will follow through with a call to Donor Relations so that we can help.

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Phil Mann Donor

Rating: 1

02/24/2013

I made the mistake of donating to this collection of charities a few years ago. At that point, Charity Navigator's rating was significantly lower--one star, in fact. Would that I had checked before sending a check. Since then, I have not donated again. Nonetheless, I have been harassed (that's really the only appropriate word) by phone calls. I have made repeated requests to have my number removed and made it quite clear that I want no more phone calls. But the repeated promises that the charity would honor my request have been false.

I see that the charity has responded to similar complaints by suggesting that perhaps a reviewer was mistaken by all the charities with similar names. I have made it a point to ask the caller whether he or she represented National Relief Charities (since the calls come under different names) and been assured that yes, the caller was from that organization. I am fed up with this organization and will never donate to a group that refuses to honor my wishes to be left alone and that treats me rudely when I express them.

I have also seen the responses claiming that the charity does not want to call people who don't want calls and offering an e-mail address and a phone number. My question: Why can't the organization have its callers record information that I've given multiple times?

National Relief Charities represents absolutely the worst experience I have ever had with charitable giving.

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PWNA 04/22/2013

Mr. Mann, I am responding in behalf of National Relief Charities and sincerely empathize with how frustrated you are feeling. We in no way wish to “not honor your requests.” That would in no way help you or our cause. And, we really want to help you get this resolved. I think the heart of the matter centers around this all important question that you raised: “Why can’t the organization have its callers record information that I’ve given multiple times?” The fact is that the caller does record your request – but it doesn’t transmit throughout our entire database because callers have limited security rights. In other words, callers do not have access to all screens in our database, and this is done for donor privacy protection as well as database integrity. Therefore, we ask all donors to contact DONOR RELATIONS for “do not contact” requests: 800-416-8102. It’s a simple step, but one that you must take to ensure that your request is honored. If you ask a caller to flag your account, they record it but it does not carry throughout the system so you may be called again. Donor Relations representatives are there for the sole purpose of helping you. They have full access to the database and, when requested, can ensure that your account is fully flagged throughout our organization. If you think about organizational structure, what it boils down to is this: Only one department is responsible for donor account management and trained to do it, just as only one department is responsible for HR or Accounting or IT. Therefore, to ensure that your request gets recorded organization-wide, please place your request with Donor Relations: 800-416-8102.

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Al M. Donor

Rating: 1

02/21/2013

Council of Indian nations,soiux relief fund,Soiux nation...all out of area calls...nonstop for 4 years .Almost weekly and there seems to be nothing I can do about it.Because my mother would send them a few 5 dollar checks every year till she died.I have told them an easy 100 times she is no longer alive and they call week in and week out year after year.Harassment threats,blocking phone numbers,none of it stops.Do yourself a favor ...if you must donate do so anonymously.

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PWNA 02/22/2013

Dear AI M, I am writing this in behalf of National Relief Charities and our programs. There are quite a number of Native and Native serving nonprofits and, to be fair, it is quite possible that some of the calls you are receiving are not from us. We find that donors are often confused about this. At the same time, we want to help you in any way we can, but we cannot do it here. The best way is for you to call us at 1-800-416-8102 and let us know specifically which programs you want to be called for and, if you want no calls, let us know that too. If you would like to be in touch by email, please send a message to PR@nrc1.org with your name, address, and phone number where you are receiving the calls. Using either this phone number or email is the only way to ensure that you get the help you need. We hope to hear from you soon.

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General Member of the Public

Rating: 1

09/05/2012

My Mother & Father who have since passed away were donors.For 3 years now I have been getting donation calls almost weekly at my home phone...which was never their number, asking for money .I have asked hundreds of times to be removed ,talked to supervisors,been promised up and down that there would be no more calls ...and every few days another call asking for my mother.I have tried to threaten & follow up with phone harassment charges but it is too much bother ...so the calls just keep coming.WARNING do not get involved.My Mothers bank account was hacked for a small amount and the bank suspects one of these charities but the amount($399 ) is too small to follow up on.We changed her accounts .

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PWNA 09/05/2012

I am writing this comment in behalf of National Relief Charities. We are deeply concerned by your comment. We have over 900,000 donors in our database and while we have processes in place to address each individual donor’s preferences, we have to admit that with so many donors, we do sometimes drop the ball. However, our intention is to satisfy each and every donor and the best people to speak to in these instances are our Donor Relations representatives at 800-416-8102. This number is also listed on each piece of our mail. If you were to take the time and reach out to me directly, I would be happy to make sure your requests are fulfilled. You can contact me at 877-281-0808 or email PR@nrc1.org.

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PWNA 09/05/2012

Also, we want you to know that we take theft very seriously. We do not store donor information in a way that would be accessible to anyone in our organization. Therefore, while we do not suspect the charge on your mother’s account to have come from us, we would be more than happy to investigate it internally in order to assure you that it wasn’t us.

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rizzarelli Donor

Rating: 1

02/13/2013

We are being harassed by the telephone volunteers for the Navajo Relief Fund. In the last few months, they have telephoned us every evening, including Sundays. We estimate that they have called over 100 times. We have told them explicitly that we will not donate and want to be removed from their contact list. They ignore us and keep phoning. Though we are on a "Do Not Call" list and have informed them of this, they continue to call.

We have filed a complaint but the phone solicitors are unfazed by this information. My advice: give to another charity -- not this one.

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PWNA 02/15/2013

I am writing this in behalf of National Relief Charities and our NRF program. We do not wish to inundate anyone with calls and we have an effective procedure in place for anyone wishing to reduce or stop your level of contact. However, posting a complaint online does not resolve this or help you get what you need. In addition, we cannot identify you from this. To get help, please call our donor relations team at 800-416-8102 and tell them for which programs you wish to be contacted, if any, and how often, if ever. We look forward to your follow through.

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Lisa133 Donor

Rating: 5

11/26/2012

This organization has helped Native American people for many years. They have made a difference in the lives of many people on the reservations. Giving to this charity is truly a worthwhile thing to do.

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Circle of Life Home Care Volunteer

Rating: 5

11/14/2012

National Relief Charities has helped our elderly participants imensely by providing them with much needed items which they can not afford. Most our elders live on a fixed income and most live in remote locations on the Navajo Reservation and have no transportation. The incentive items are delivered each month on time, which is a plus because scheduling is important and time conflicts are avoided. NRC has made our relationship with our elders stronger, thus making us a tighter unit. The incentives provides our elderly with healthier living such as cleaner homes, chosing healthier eating habits, and making daily living easier. NRC employs the sincerest, energetic, compassionate, and hardworking empoyees who are always wiling to help in any way. I would recommend to any organization who is willing to make a change in lives such as NRC.

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NRCpartner Volunteer

Rating: 5

11/14/2012

National Relief Charities (NRC) has provided our after school programming with incentive items for our students and their families. The products they deliver for our program are well needed and are of quality condition. Without NRC as one of our program partners, we would not be able to offer these items to our students and their families. The NRC staff is always helpful and friendly to work with; they try to provide products that are tailored to our program needs.

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DJ Ford Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

11/07/2012

I have another year under my belt with this organization, and I must say, they continue to amaze me.. National Relief Charities is truly about PEOPLE, and that is what sets them apart.. I will continue to help NRC as long as I can, and I feel good about doing so.. As a transportation provider for numerous different companies, none are so fulfilling, as knowing that we are delivering goods to help save lives, and deliver hope.. Thank you NRC for letting me be involved..

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Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

04/21/2011

I have been involved with National Relief Charities, working directly with the traffic manager Rick Miller for over 3 years now, and i must say that this is a company I am very proud to be partnered with.. Their unending desire to help the American Indian Reservations, is a true testimony to the values a charitible organization should uphold.. With products ranging from personal hygeine kits to baby diapers, National Relief Charities helps in all ranges for those in need.. I am VERY proud to work with this amazing company, helping one person at a time..

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madsayah Volunteer

Rating: 3

10/15/2012

Overall our experience with NRC has been very good. The incentives help to bring people in for services and to keep their mammogram appointments so this service works great for us. We especially use alot of water since we plan exercies and fun run/walk events during our awareness months. I would like to see the sign in sheet with numbers making it easier to calculate the totals. I hear and see from other programs especially the Navajo getting more of a variety of things but we at hopi seem to get the same things over & over. Can you treat us the same as the Navajo communities? Thank you.

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PWNA 10/15/2012

I am writing this comment in behalf of National Relief Charities. First, we want to thank you for your partnership and for taking the time to post a review. Next, we want to clarify that the incentives we provide are never based on tribe or region. Rather, they are based on the service being requested, the number of people being served, and the most suitable inventory in stock at the time of your request. We also want to remind you that Program Partners of NRC have several built-in opportunities for providing product and service feedback to us. For instance, the report you submit after your event or class is a good place to indicate how well the incentives met your needs. You may also discuss product fit with the Partner Support Specialist on your report follow up call. You may also discuss product options with your Service Coordinator when you submit your next request. We hope this information is helpful, but feel free to call us at any time for further clarification. And thanks again for the review.

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Sandra A Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/15/2012

National Relief Charieties has been providing food and incentives for our program which works with adults with disablities as well as providing food for our community. We have received monthly donations which have helped us feed over 700 families many of which live on the Navajo and Ute reservations. This has provided a better variety and a greater quantity of food for the struggling families that need it. They have also given us incentives which are used for rewards to encourage our disabled clients to be successful in their goals and objectives that help improve their quality of life. Their donations have made it possible for our program to provide better service for the individuals we serve.

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Acoma Pueblo Partner Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/12/2012

The Pueblo of Acoma has been partners with The National Relief Charities for the past several years and has been recieving food items and non-food items which has assisted our Detention Department out with all items that we have been receiving. Our Detention Population has really benefited with what has all been offered to us, with the economy being bad and the things that we really can't purchase or don't have the funds for The National Relief Charities has stepped in to assist us with our daily needs to get us by from month to month! With the support and service that we continue to get from National Relief Charities, we can continue to have a good working relationship! I just want to express and praise our partners at National Relief Charities to continue to do an Excellent job!!! Keep up the Good Work and many blessings go out to all you fine folks!!!

Kasey C.

Kasey C. Client Served

Rating: 4

10/11/2012

We recieve items each month for our residents that are in our local domestic violence shelter. We also recieve items for events that we hold for awareness. We also have incentive program for our volunteers. The items we recieve are great. The incentive program has really helped our volunteer base grow. We like giving out door prize bags to those who attend our events. It's our way of saying thanks for showing your support towards our cause. Thank you NRC!

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L400 Volunteer

Rating: 5

07/12/2012

I manage a Correctional facility on our reservation and have had the wonderful opportunity to work with NRC in providing the means to support our efforts in helping our people and our community. With NRC assistance we have developed a community beautification program which conducts clean up of our school sites, play grounds and lake areas. NRC also provides our program with the necessary supplies to help our Residents when they are placed in treatment programs. We are thankful for all the assistance we have recieved .

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JanetMc General Member of the Public

Rating: 1

07/05/2012

On one day I received FIVE calls from CIN, all asking for Betty C. Hall. Each time I explained that Betty C. Hall did not have this number, never did, I did not know Ms. Hall, and could they please take this number off their call list. Each time, they assured me they would. The next business day I received TWO MORE calls for Ms. Hall. During the first I said I would have to report them if I received one more call - do not call this number - and 10 minutes later I received another call. I went to the CIN website and called the number and selected the option to speak to a fundraising professional. Sadly, all I heard was a two minute commercial and a request to visit the website before it disconnected; I never spoke with a professional. I expect the work they do is better than the tele-fundraising.

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PWNA 07/09/2012

Janet, I am writing for National Relief Charities and our CIN program with some helpful information for you and other readers. First, the most effective way to resolve a concern is to call Donor Relations at 800-416-8102. Posting a complaint online does not get the needed information to the people who can help. Next, we have discovered a technical glitch in our database system related to wrong numbers. In your case, we have 2 numbers for Betty C. Hall and both are marked as "Wrong Number," but the system failed to notify us due to the glitch. While we are getting this issue repaired, we have found a workaround to ensure that you do not receive further calls.

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Scholarship Supporter Volunteer

Rating: 5

06/28/2012

I have volunteered for the American Indian Education Foundation for nearly ten years as part of the Scholarship Selection Committee. AIEF is one branch of National Relief Charities whose focus is to promote educational opportunities for Native American students. The Scholarship Selection Committee meets annually to award college scholarships to Native American students that show a strong desire to pursue additional education and give back to their communities. These students have often overcome significant hurdles to pursue their goals. The committee spends many hours carefully reviewing the scholarship applications in advance and then we meet as a group to discuss the applications. We describe what spoke to us about the students' essays and educational history, and arrive at a consensus of awarded applicants. This is a unique process that has worked well in selecting students that successfully complete their course of study. It has been an honor to work with the talented AIEF staff and fellow committee members who are educators and student facilitators from tribes across the nation. We've recently started awarding a small number of graduate level scholarships in addition to the majority of undergraduate ones. It is especially nice to support new and returning AIEF recipients who have excelled in undergraduate programs, and want to continue on to get their post-graduate degrees in fields ranging from medicine to sociology. I've found that the AIEF scholarship program is like many of the other programs that the National Relief Charities runs. It is well thought out and targeted to those most in need. The AIEF staff follows up with students throughout the year to see how they're doing, particularly important for those students that may be hundreds of miles from family and familiar surroundings. Part of what impresses me about AIEF and the NRC organization in general is their longevity--they're in it for the long haul and they continually strive to improve their service to Native American communities.

SherryV Client Served

Rating: 5

06/27/2012

Our Animal Rescue has been program partners with National Relief Charities for 2 + years now. We have discovered a network of caring people in the NRC organization. NRC feels like family to us. They have been consistent and supportive in helping us to continue our aid to animals as well as people on the Rosebud Reservation. Their outreach has exceeded beyond any expectation we had. National Relief Charities has followed through on every level; which in turn, has empowered us to continue to be of service to those in need. NRC is an organization which provides more than goods or services... They give the gift of hope.

Barbara J Volunteer

Rating: 5

06/22/2012

I teach parenting classes to young teen moms and dads on the Navajo reservation and NRC has been a tremendous help to me. They deliver incentives all the way from Phoenix to NM to help our program. The Navajo teen parents love to come to class and are rewarded with things they need for their children. For the needy population I work with NRC has been a tremendous blessing. They have been helping my program for six years now and I look forward to our continuing relationship. Barbara

Kathryn H Volunteer

Rating: 5

06/22/2012

I have been in partnership with National relief Charities for a few wonderful years! NRC has been a great program to work with and this includes the great administrative staff and drivers. This program brings many useful items that our participants make useof. Allour participants are always eager to see what sort of items they are receiving. the incentives really play a big part in encouraging our patients to keep their appointments.I always hear stories about how they were in need of a certain item and NRC supplied it. They call NRC their Wal-Mart. Our participants appreciate what the program does for them especially when times are tough; these incentive items really help them out in ways you can't imagine. We would like continued support from the supporting partners because we appreciate what they do for our community. Thank-you for all you do!!!

jssitk Donor

Rating: 5

06/22/2012

A few years ago, my wife and I became aware of the great work performed by National Relief Charities and we decided to help. In 2010, after learning a bit more about the organization’s goals, we expanded our support by becoming Heritage Circle Members. The reason is simple: this is a great organization run by people committed to helping the Native American community. Aside from food, clothing and other necessities, the organization also provides student scholarships through its American Indian Education Foundation. Last year, we had the privilege of meeting one scholarship recipient, and I was able to discuss this young man’s plans with him over lunch. It was truly enlightening to hear, first hand, how great an impact National Relief Charities has made to his family and community, how important this scholarship was to him, and how he planned to use his education to help his community. National Relief Charities is making a difference in the lives of people who appreciate aid because it allows them to help themselves. When you consider how much help NRC provides the Native American community for every dollar it receives in donations, it does not take long to understand how valuable their efforts are – and why we chose to support them.

Lend a hand Client Served

Rating: 5

06/19/2012

I have been with NRC for sometime now. I have done the healthy living, community partner program, bulk items, Christmas stockings, Easter egg hunt, and school supplies. With out NRC we would not beable to lend a helping hand to our families or the poor families. The children would be left with out a present at Christmas and school supplies when school starts. I sure do thank NRC all the time for all the nice items that they supply to our program. My families and our elders are very thankful for items that they recieve from NRC. THe families always are in need of laundry soap, paper towles, toilet paper, tooth past, tooth brushes, baby diapers, pull ups, lotions deoderent, fabric softners, ect. arts and crafts, games, gloves, coats, and other items, with out these items alot of families would be going with out. A very big thanks to NRC for lighting up a childs face or helping my program with lots of different day toay living items that I can give them to make ther life easier> A big thank you NRC from Early CHildhood Services in Lake County. Please keep all your good services coming our way NRC

Ihanktowan Client Served

Rating: 5

06/15/2012

Our non profit organization serves 16 reservations in ND, SD, IO, and NE. The National Relief charities has served each of our communities with items ranging from clothing, hygene, learning material and basic neccessities for all families and each item has been given to clients that range from 0-90 yrs of age. The services from NRC have met the needs of each family served and the families are very satisfied with what has been offered. Our organization is grateful for the services from NRC it has been a huge success by far!

eeka Volunteer

Rating: 5

06/13/2012

As a program partner on the Zuni Reservation I have had the pleasure of working with the NRC staff. National Relief Charities is by far one of the best non-profit organizations that I have worked with. The entire NRC staff is awesome. They are very helpful and always willing to answer any question and help in any way. The personal care items and household items that they provide to the Elders in my community are so very much appreciated. By providing these items our Elders are able to purchase more groceries or pay a utility bill. We live in a rural area where economic challenges are faced everyday. NRC is a great help for those in our community that are on a fixed and very limited income. Thank you to all who work with NRC.

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PWNA 06/14/2012

In behalf of NRC, thanks so much for your review and your partnership. You make an important point about the material goods we provide. The products themselves are helpful, but they are more than just products. They are family helpers, stress reducers, and budget savers for Elders living on a fixed income. Thanks again.

omani173 Client Served

Rating: 5

06/13/2012

My family receives incentives provided by the National Relief Charities as volunteers at the Wolf Point Food Bank & Thrift Shop. The incentives reward us for our time spent volunteering and encourage us to continue volunteering. In the past I have seen NRC support students at the local community college with household and personal care items like laundry soap, shampoos, even diapers for their children. The NRC supplies make a big difference in many lives.

Ancient Jade Donor

Rating: 5

06/12/2012

I have had the opportunity to get to know some of the staff at the National Relief Charities over the past few years through our shared interest to help the native people of our country. I have had many conversations over the phone and in person about their programs, and they have always responded with enthusiasm to hear my ideas of how to make a difference as well as proudly tell me about their newest programs. I am happy to help support their ideas and sincerely believe they are doing positive things for native communities. I was also impressed that they are mindful to be sensitive to support what the native communities really want for themselves, and not dictate from an outsider's viewpoint. One of the NRC branches, the American Indian Education Foundation, offers a scholarship service which seems to truly give hope to the natives who strive to improve their education and reach higher goals. I met one of their scholarship recipients a year ago or so and was impressed how touched and appreciative the student was for his opportunity to study the field that interested him. I came to realize that even a small donation impacts the native communities in a deep way, which continues to inspire me to do as much as I can to be a part of it. As decedents of colonists who treated the original people of this land with little respect and fairness, we carry a huge debt towards our native Americans. Their misfortune today is a direct cause of our ancestor's trickery and plunder. It is only just that we now try to right that wrong in any way we can. There is so much we can learn from them.

traciek Volunteer

Rating: 4

06/08/2012

I was a program partner with NRC on the Northern Cheyenne Reservation. The staff was always helpful and found ways to help me when needed. Their services and products were invaluable and much needed. This is probably one of the best non-profit organizations I have had the pleasure of working with.

shewe4 Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

05/18/2012

I am the domestic violence coordinator for the Pueblo of Nambe here in New Mexico. The program is under Behavioral Health Social Services and we also provide substance abuse counseling. Our relatives (clients) are community members that come in for services or we transport or follow up on home visits on how they are doing with their well-being. The incentives we get fro NRC is a tremendous assest to our relatives (clients) and they are very much appreciative and thankful for anythiing they get from us. We are a small community and trust is the biggest challenge for us to help those in need. These incentives helps us to open that door to know that we are human and that no one is better than anyone else. We as service providers are here to help change our negative behaviora and thinking to become productive healthy community members that can help others as well. "Passing on positive blessings"

thatathlie Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 4

04/25/2012

Hello. I manage Boys & Girls Clubs of Dine Nation, Tonaneesdizi Unit, in Northern Arizona, the past few years I have worked closely with NRC with great results! After School and Summer programming are sustained thru this collaboration - community events, volunteer efforts, graffitti & community clean ups, Crime prevention activities, Character building activities, Health Education and Recreational activities, Cultural events, Academic success and so much more! Not to mention the incentives for Homework and Reading programs is great! Thank you very much for all the generous donors, wherever they be at.....the youth in my Club benefit greatly, as well as parents and community members!

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PWNA 04/26/2012

Theresa, thanks so much for taking the time to write a review on National Relief Charities. We appreciate having you as a Program Partner and are glad that the youth in your community have someone representing them who is so proactive, engaged, and concerned for their future. - NRC

paintedhorse Donor

Rating: 3

04/18/2012

My husband and I have been donors to AIRC, among others, for a good many years and while the sums were small I always got a letter of appreciation. We decided it would be easier to pledge a small amount monthly which would give them more money, added up for the year, than we could afford once or twice a year. Our Native Americans were here far longer than we and tended this land with loving care. They were badly treated along the way to the point that they do not have enough food for those unable to take care of themselves since they have little for industry nor are they encouraged by our government. Otherwise there would be no need to solicate funds as many times a year as they now do. There has to be resources for them to take care of themselves, not just trinkets, some of which are unbelievably beautiful, but a sustained source of income to combat those among them who not only abuse themselves but thier families as well. How can children learn in such an environment. If it were not for the AIRC too many of them would not even have an education or good food in thier bellies. There probably are some ineqjuities in a lot of organizations but you cannot blame those that do the best they can with what they have to help thier people and thier animals. I cannot second guess each and every organization nor do I intend to. I hope this will help some of you to see beyond what you hear and do as your faith in God wants of you, "Do Unto Others As You Would Have Them Do Unto You". God Bless our American Indian Nation and mostly, and foremost, God Bless America and ALL her people alike.

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PWNA 04/26/2012

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review of National Relief Charities. We appreciate that you trust us and continue to support our AIRC and other program projects. We do encourage folks to take advantage of monthly giving; it is one way we keep fundraising and mailing down. It also helps to ensure consistent support for the reservations. Thanks again. - NRC

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lucious lucia Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 4

03/08/2012

The NRC services had helped our Support Groups and Cooking Classes and large community events be a success. I say this because it has encouraged participation and involvement for our Acoma/non Acoma clients. Most of our cleints or patients in the Support groups are elderly and they live on fixed income and it help them to have the items they can use until they can get their monies to buy needed items. It up lifts the spirits of the people who are out there in the community with no one to turn to. You see a lot of this when we deliver the Christmas elder bags or the Christmas children stockings. We along with the help of NRC bring smiles and sense of being cared for to the many children and elders we come in contact with. I think as a people person who love the work, our work is made easier for the people to trust, accept you and look forward to coming to our events. I could go on with more but all it all I appreciate all the NRC has done for our Health & Wellness Program. God Bless the people who make this posssible and blessings ten time more!

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PWNA 04/26/2012

Lucia, thanks so much for posting a review about your work with NRC. One of the things we emphasize is providing material goods that help partners achieve other results in their communities. We are glad that our incentives are helping your health program have increased participation and involvement of Acoma members. We know too that this is due to your good work and partnership, as well as the care you hold for the people you serve. Be well, and thanks again. - NRC

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Lower Village of Moencopi Elder and Youth Program Volunteer

Rating: 4

02/29/2012

All the incentives I receive for the Elder/Youth Program is very well appreciated. They truly enjoy all the wonderful incentives, which helps aide my program for attendance. With the economy today, and the fact that everyone is on a limited income, the shampoo's, lotions, bodywash, toothbrush/toothpast, ect. do help out. The clothing, shoes, socks, hats, sunscreens, bottled water, etc., are very beneficial, also. All the arts & crafts and exercise equipment are enjoyed by everyone. I could go on and on, to say that the National Relief Charities Program is doing an excellent job benefiting the tribal members. They are very professional in their respective jobs. I commend each and everyone of them in their respective duties and responsibilties. Last, but not least, I truly appreciate the fact that they even remind me of my report due date (at my request), and when the merchandise is delivered, it is always with a smile!

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PWNA 04/26/2012

Thanks so much for your feedback. Customer service is very important to us and without partners like you, we could not assist the reservation communities. It's also important to us to help our partners increase participation and healthy behaviors they want to motivate. We are glad to be able to provide products that are basic necessities in order to help you do this. We appreciate your partnership and the work you do to keep all of your participants active and healthy and coming back. - NRC

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Bobbie J. Volunteer

Rating: 5

02/27/2012

I feel NRC (Rapid City, SD) is a huge support for my program and our clients and communities. They provide my offices with inncentives to participate in our program. The NRC staff is an incredible bunch of people to work with. This is such a wonderful program that I recruit volunteers to work with them.

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PWNA 04/26/2012

Bobbie, we appreciate your partnership with National Relief Charities and the work you do through our partnership and the Healthy Start program. The volunteers you rally up to help us with special projects make a big difference. We always see that the best impact comes when communities work together help themselves and to help others. Thanks again. - NRC

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shaquileoneal Donor

Rating: 1

02/06/2012

don't believe in national relief charities because the call center agents that are calling you is not an Native American Indian but they are filipino or people living in philippines this is a scam they are liars stop calling this organization I love you guys please never help this organization thanks guys.and also they buy your number in different call center account so they can call you

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PWNA 02/06/2012

In behalf of National Relief Charities, we thank you for your comment. You bring up a misperception we hear periodically. NRC is a Native American serving charity. Although not Native owned or operated, our mission and 100% of our focus is on serving Indian country. All of NRC's business decisions are made with the goal of providing the most goods and services to the reservations. Part of this means having a call center in the Philippines to help keep costs down. When these representatives call, some people assume they are Native American, or should be Native American, because they work for NRC. But that should not to be expected. NRC is an equal opportunity employer. If you have any more questions, please feel free to call 800-416-8102 or email info@nrcprograms.org.

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Allen ANDERSON Donor

Rating: 2

01/26/2012

i think this org could learn from another organization the Native American heritage assoc out in rapid city SD. from what I can tell they do much the same work this org does ambit among a differ group of native Americans and a different part of the country but they seem to have learned how do it much better as they have earned charity navigators highest rating for many years. personally I am more inclined to give to an org that has maintained a very high standard of fund raising efficiency for many years vs one that has not. maybe the two org should combine.

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PWNA 01/27/2012

Allen, I am writing this in behalf of National Relief Charities. We appreciate your comment. We are constantly working to reduce the cost of fundraising, which is primarily postage required for direct mail. It is also important to realize that Charity Navigator has stated financials should not be the basis for evaluating a charity, effectiveness should. You can find their article at http://www.charityevaluator.com/pdf/Worst_Way_to_Pick_A_Charity_Dec_1_2009.pdf. We would invite you to learn more about the programmatic impact of the organizations and allow that information to influence your giving. Please also feel free to contact us directly to learn more about our reach, services, approach to working in Indian country, track record, and impact. You can call 877-281-0808 or email PR@nrc1.org. Thanks again.

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ambrwlf61 Volunteer

Rating: 5

01/24/2012

My name is Tamara Martin and I'm Secretary and foster home provider with a non-profit group called Blackhat Humane Society. National Relief Charities has been invaluable to our cause. Our group rescues and rehabilitates stray, abandoned and injured animals on the Navajo Nation in NE Arizona. With the help of NRC, we provide foster care for the animals, in our homes, until they are ready for adoption. NRC provides us with blankets, dog and cat food, bedding, toys, treats, collars and leashes. We can rely on them in times of shortage or crisis. NRC employees have gone out of their way to meet with us and they really listen to us. Their drivers are courteous and patient. They genuinely care about the Navajo people and their animals. With National Relief Charities as a strong, giving partner, we are making a difference in the lives of animals on reservation lands.

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PWNA 04/26/2012

Tamara, thanks so much for sharing your thoughts about working with NRC. We appreciate your care and all that you do. Working together, the result is healthier animals and healthier communities. Thanks again. - NRC

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abbott1229 Donor

Rating: 2

11/28/2011

Some years ago I began donating to the American Indian College Fund, but gradually began getting a flood of mail from other Indian relief groups that seem to be affiliated with your organization. One year I got 29 pieces of mail from seven Indian groups. This year I got 17 mailings from 6 groups. I regard this volume of mail is an intrusion, not to mention a poor use of donated funds. I suppose that if one gives to a group under your umbrella, that information gets passed on to all the others, of which I believe there are at least eight. I can't give to them all so would appreciate it you could arrange for me to get one solicitation a year only (in November, when I write my checks) and this from the American Indian College Fund. Kindly advise if you can take care of this matter.

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PWNA 11/30/2011

I am writing this in behalf of National Relief Charities. Thanks for your note. There are a number of Native American and Native American serving nonprofits that may be mailing you. Regarding any mailings from a program of National Relief Charities, if you would like to receive less mail, please contact our donor relations team directly and let them know which programs you're interested in and how often you'd like to be contacted. If you opt to become a monthly donor, that would also help reduce your mailings from us. The phone number is 800-416-8102. Thanks again.

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angela caputo Donor

Rating: 3

11/10/2011

I have donated before but my complaint is that I'm averaging 2-3 request letters a month. I find it very wastefull to send me repeat letters in the same month. Besides being wastefull I find it annoyingly pressuring. There has to be a way to cut down on the wastefull spending. AND ALL THE LABELS!. Stop with the Labels. If I mail 10 letters a day for the next 50 years I'd STILL have labels left. What would get me to donate would be a card with a Pie chart showing me how much money is spent on helping those in need, operating expenses & salaries. THOSE are the organizations I tend to send my $$ to first.

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PWNA 11/22/2011

I am writing this note in behalf of National Relief Charities. We appreciate your note. You can find a pie chart showing how much is spent on helping those in need on page 15 of our 2010 annual report at http://www.nrcprograms.org/site/DocServer/2010_Annual_Report.pdf?docID=3062. In addition to the pie chart, that page shows that over $30 million a year goes to helping those in need. Our entire operating expenses and salaries (for over 300 people) cost only 2%. You also mentioned receiving a number of packages. If, at any time, you would like to receive fewer packages, just contact our donor relations team and let them know which programs you'd like to receive mail for and how often you'd like to be contacted. If you opt to become a monthly donor, that would also help reduce your mailings. The phone number is 800-416-8102. Thanks again.

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liesa.gilbert General Member of the Public

Rating: 2

10/02/2011

I, too have received "freebies" from your organization, as well as from other American Indian relief organizations. I get freebies, and money from yet numerous other "world relief" organizations. And when I ask those in my social circle if they receive such "goodies", those who answer in the affirmative also spontaneously confirm my own feelings about these freebies: It is a turnoff, has a negative impact, and when some of us do the math of say 10, 20, 50, 100-thousand mailings ... the paper, the postage, the "freebies", the labor involved ... boy, does it add up, and I find it wasteful, and I cannot respond. I, too, live way-y-y-y below the poverty level, so I understand a bit about the "struggle". I don't even pretend to live at the level of distress within the American Indian population, except that I KNOW it is extremely traumatic (I've been donating $ and goods to a local American Indian relief concern for 30+ years.). But because I myself have to sacrifice a lot to be able to give, I want to make sure my donation isn't going into that 25% fundraising effort; 3,5,10% even 15%, 20-25, not a chance. I also volunteer for a WORLD WIDE relief agency, where most of us are volunteers; the needs being met are equal if not more daunting, and along with so many other worthy relief organizations, our "cost" to operate is always being refined, defined, and kept at a mere 3-5%, for 30-plus years running. I don't know the answer to your 25% cost to operate, but perhaps a tweaking of the verbage of your message, the context, approaching it candidly from a brief historic narrative, being America's first nation(s), overtaken by new settlers, yourselves being resettled out of your cultural element in the worst geographic areas, with many great promises which ... and are now seeking fiscal aid to support and expand on the work begun ... to enlarge the small foothold, to hopefully bring a measure of self-sustaining success, all of which requires training ... which requires books, teachers, food, heat. This is lengthy, and so is my concern for the American Indian, but I cannot, in good conscience, respond to a 25% cost to operate, not when I live so very frugally myself.

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PWNA 10/03/2011

Thanks for your note. As mentioned elsewhere, the BBB standard for charity accountability is 68%. Over 70% of donations go toward National Relief Charities programs. Only 2% of income goes toward administration. We test all of our mail packages to determine whether it is more cost-effective to mail with, or without, a premium, and we only use premiums when it makes sense to do so. We also wish to point out that Charity Navigator and Guidestar agree that financial ratings are not the most important thing in evaluating a charity. You can read their comments in this article: http://www.charityevaluator.com/pdf/Worst_Way_to_Pick_A_Charity_Dec_1_2009.pdf. Instead, they say effectiveness is most important, and the people we serve say that NRC is highly effective. We realize that you may not understand this or agree with it. But we are always striving to control fundraising costs and to maximize our service levels and outcomes. Thanks again.

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Murphy2011 Volunteer

Rating: 5

09/30/2011

I am a volunteer with NRC and we are from Nageezi Senior Center-NAAA with the Navajo Nation- NCR is a great program and we have seen many things happen with in our senior center, elders enjoy the recreation, physical activities and food as well as arts and crafts, the incentives and food that is delivered by NRC helps us alot, where we don't have to find funds to get equipment for exercise and arts and crafts for elders, many elders are interested in the daily programs we run from our center and our attendance had grown since we have been with NRC. So we appreciate the services with NRC and they do an excellent job at serving their customers, which is a great thing. Thank you NRC

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M Sage General Member of the Public

Rating: 2

09/15/2011

I have not worked with or donated to this charity so I cannot speak to those specific areas but I do think that 27% on fundraising is not efficient and today I received a large, shrink-wrapped solicitation from American Indian Education Foundation. It included two non-rechargeable batteries, foam packaging and essentially appears to be quite wasteful and not a good use of resources. I was actually discouraged donating by this marketing.

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PWNA 09/16/2011

I am writing this note in behalf of National Relief Charities. We are always glad to hear from anyone who supports our work. You said that the use of gifts (premiums or give-aways) such as non-rechargeable batteries in foam packaging appears to be wasteful. It’s not easy to explain how fundraising works, but we want to assure you that we wouldn't send out batteries or other gifts in direct mail unless it was cost-effective. You may find this hard to believe, but it's a fact: We raise more money by doing this than we spend to include the gifts. Nonprofit author and consultant Mal Warwick is a fundraising expert and, in his book, he confirms that gifts are often effective tools for getting people to donate. We've also tested our direct mail packages that include such gifts and found that, although they cost a tiny bit more, they raise more funds to support our cause, making them very cost-effective. The true cost that drives up the cost of direct mail fundraising is postage. Striving to keep our costs as low as possible while attracting more supporters and raising more money is always a priority for us, and it's a fine line that many nonprofits have to grapple with. In 2010, our fundraising was right around 25%, the standard set by Charity Navigator. Again, thanks for your note and your concern.

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Jodene Client Served

Rating: 5

09/09/2011

I work with young prenatal Moms on the Santee Sioux Reservation. I've been working with NRC for the past 7 years. NRC has brought more than just basic life neccessities to my families. NRC has contributed so much to improve the lives of our people. We are able to get important items on a monthly basis, we also participate in the christmas distribution every year. I have also had the opportunity to visit the NRC warehouse in Rapid City; they are generous and very caring people who run this organization.

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Barb Drees General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

08/29/2011

I have had a long-standing partnership with the National Relief Charities, approaching two decades. I've been privileged to work directly with them on the production side of several of their services. For years I have helped them provide Elders of the Rosebud Reservation with healthy breakfast foods. These are elders who rarely have enough food to make it to the end of the month. I've also seen the National Reiief Charties hold focu groupls with these elders to verifiy they are providing the most suitable foods for them. I have witnessed them shop for the best foods at the best costs. They truly care about quality and customer satisfaction.

I also helped National Relief Charities with their massive holiday programs. One example is getting turkeys and other Thanksgiving foods out to more than 20,000 families a year. Another example is getting out food for hot meals at community wide gatherings. They seem especially focused on communities where not all families will be able to participate in a family meal. It's surprising how many such families there are... I've also worked together with the National Relief Charties to get food out to distant areas on the reservations around Christmas. I've also seen them take fruit boxes to shelters and residential facilites. They really try to remember everyone around the holidays, which can be a depressing time of year for people in need.

What I have also witnessed is how this organization works hard all year long to make sure the reservations they assist have goods and sevices that will have an immdeilate impact for the Native American people. I have seen them work tirelessly for 12 to 13 hours a day and to do so with a smile. It is something that makes you proud to be able to say you know these people. Their service level goes well above and beyond anything I have ever seen.

I find Nation Relief Charities to be vey cost-conscioustoo, always looking for the best products at the lowest price. They are painstaking in their efforts to do this. I firmly believe that wihout the Nation Relief Charities' passion and commitiment to the Indian people, more than 20 reservations in SD, ND, WY, and MT would have a harder time of it. I wish more businesses felt the same and could do what NRC does.

RedTulip Volunteer

Rating: 1

08/06/2011

Agree with Tim . He sums it up well, said everything .....

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PWNA 08/26/2011

I am posting this comment in behalf of National Relief Charities. Over 70% of our donations go toward programs, which exceeds the BBB standard for charity accountability. Only 2% of income goes toward administration. You may view our 2010 Annual Report and our Effectiveness Report here on Great Nonprofits or in our press room at http://www.nrcprograms.org/site/PageServer?pagename=press_facts. We also wish to point out that Charity Navigator and Guidestar agree that financial ratings are not the most important thing in evaluating a charity - effectiveness is most important, and the people we serve say that NRC is highly effective. You can read the charity ratings article at http://www.charityevaluator.com/pdf/Worst_Way_to_Pick_A_Charity_Dec_1_2009.pdf.

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tim scherer General Member of the Public

Rating: 1

08/06/2011

I havent visited this site in awhile and I can see that the folks who give you the souix nation relief fund, southwest indian relief council, american indian relief council,american indian education foundation, southwest indian childrens fund, native american AID, council of indian nations, southwest indian foundation, and my favorite, rescue operation for animals of the reservation, are still busy conning folks out of their money. As I read the latest batch of glowing comments I almost became ill. Look at ther history, look at all the money spend on mail outs, look at all the friend and relatives collecting nice paychecks all in the name of helping the poor native americans. There are many worthwhile charities who are really trying to help the indians. This is not one of them. If you cant donate locally, do some research and find a legitimate indian assistance program.

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PWNA 08/26/2011

I am posting this comment in behalf of National Relief Charities. We respect each person's right to support the charities of their choosing, but we also feel it is important to share some current and accurate information about NRC. Over 70% of NRC donations goes toward programs, which exceeds the BBB standards for charity accountability. Only 2% of our income goes toward administration, including 5 offices and over 300 salaries. Our cost of fundraising ranges from 24 to 27%, the majority of which is for postage. You may view our 2010 Annual Report and our Effectiveness Report under our profile here on the Great Nonprofits site or in our press room at http://www.nrcprograms.org/site/PageServer?pagename=press_facts. We recognize that donors have a right to expect a good return on their investment, i.e., meaningful change in communities or people’s lives. You feel that we are not doing this - our Program Partners think otherwise. In last year's annual survey, they said: * NRC has helped Program Partners to a great extent be more effective with their program goals: 86% * NRC has helped Program Partners to a great extent in providing a higher quality of service: 84% * NRC has saved Program Partners to a great extent in funding that they can use in other areas of their program: 81% * Program Partners are more than satisfied with the support they get from NRC to achieve a positive working relationship: 86% It is also important that for the past 2 years Charity Navigator has been in the process of changing their rating system because it doesn't provide enough information for donors who are relying on it to make giving choices. In fact, the CEOs of Charity Navigator and Guidestar agree that financial ratings are not the most important thing about a charity - effectiveness is most important. An article stating their opinions is online at http://www.charityevaluator.com/pdf/Worst_Way_to_Pick_A_Charity_Dec_1_2009.pdf. It seems that you may wish to be removed from our fundraising list. If so, please send an email to PR@nrc1.org. For more general information, visit www.nrcprograms.org.

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PWNA 08/26/2011

I am posting this comment in behalf of National Relief Charities. We respect each person's right to support the charities of their choosing, but we also feel it is important to share some current and accurate information about NRC. Over 70% of NRC donations goes toward programs, which exceeds the BBB standards for charity accountability. Only 2% of our income goes toward administration, including 5 offices and over 300 salaries. Our cost of fundraising ranges from 24 to 27%, the majority of which is for postage. You may view our 2010 Annual Report and our Effectiveness Report under our profile here on the Great Nonprofits site or in our press room at http://www.nrcprograms.org/site/PageServer?pagename=press_facts. We recognize that donors have a right to expect a good return on their investment, i.e., meaningful change in communities or people’s lives. You feel that we are not doing this - our Program Partners think otherwise. In last year's annual survey, they said: * NRC has helped Program Partners to a great extent be more effective with their program goals: 86% * NRC has helped Program Partners to a great extent in providing a higher quality of service: 84% * NRC has saved Program Partners to a great extent in funding that they can use in other areas of their program: 81% * Program Partners are more than satisfied with the support they get from NRC to achieve a positive working relationship: 86%. It is also important that for the past 2 years Charity Navigator has been in the process of changing their rating system because it doesn't provide enough information for donors who are relying on it to make giving choices. In fact, the CEOs of Charity Navigator and Guidestar agree that financial ratings are not the most important thing about a charity - effectiveness is most important. An article stating their opinions is online at http://www.charityevaluator.com/pdf/Worst_Way_to_Pick_A_Charity_Dec_1_2009.pdf. It seems that you may wish to be removed from our fundraising list. If so, please send an email to PR@nrc1.org. For more general information, visit www.nrcprograms.org.

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Brandy Maxcy Client Served

Rating: 5

07/13/2011

The Cohen Home is an assisted living complex on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. We receive donations from NRC such as cleaning supplies, toilet paper,furniture, personal items, and other miscellaneous items. NRC does assist us with our Thanksgiving meal, Easter Meal, and our Christmas meal each year. With a budget that is almost noexistant and tenant who have minimal resources, everytime the NRC truck comes to town, It is like Christmas each and everytime!!

Shirley Skinner Volunteer

Rating: 5

06/17/2011

I have worked with National Relief Charities for over 10 years as a Program Partner and volunteer. I am a Supervisor with the Rosebud/Treasure WoRC Program on the Northern Cheyenne Reservation in Lame Deer, MT. The people we work with are living on TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) and food stamps. They are far below the poverty level and struggle to meet daily needs and to purchase necessities that most of us take for granted. We have participated in the Healthy Living Program with classes on soft skills, Ethics, Anger Management, Budgeting, etc. We have also utilized the Bulk Distribution and participated in volunteering at the Warehouse in Rapid City. I cannot find the words to express how important NRC has been for our clients. They receive items they are not able to purchase with food stamps (cleaning supplies, blankets, personal hygiene items, baby products, toilet paper, and the list goes on and on). They are expected to work to obtain these items which in turn builds self esteem, Team building skills, and pride in community and their ability to accomplish something worthwhile! I believe this makes NRC a unique charity in that you are not just "given a free hand out", yet the clients they assist receive the help they so desperately need. The staff at NRC.... I cannot say enough about those dedicated, tireless, most awesome people! I have worked hand in hand with them at the Warehouse, they put in long and difficult hours without complaint, they remain always cheerful, and they make a positive difference in the lives of thousands of people every day! In all the years I have worked with them, I never once heard any of them say "that is not my job". They work together as a cohesive team from the warehouse staff to the top of the ladder! I cannot say enough good about this organization! My only wish is that we lived closer so we could take groups to work at the warehouse on a monthly basis! Keep up the good work NRC!! We love you here in Montana!!

Linda Laisure Donor

Rating: 5

05/04/2011

Thanks to the generous time spent with Laura and Kelly at National Relief Charities, our site visit last year was a wonderful experience. All involved in the visit were knowledgeable and sensitive to those they serve. Since there was a great amount of territory to cover, our time was carefully orchestrated in remote areas of South Dakota. The H.O.M.E. Foundation partnered with NRC to assist volunteers in delivering groceries to Elders on the Rosebud Reservation. The Breakfast in a Bag Program volunteers not only provide food, but nourish the souls of isolated Elders in the community. As Elders become less visible in our society, NRC has not forgotten the four Lakota values of respect, courage, wisdom and generosity. The H.O.M.E. Foundation has invited NRC to submit a proposal for 2011 in honor of Native American Elders.

rfraser Volunteer

Rating: 5

05/03/2011

We have been partnered with National Relief Charities for the past decade or so and we are very grateful for everything that they do for us, as a youth program we work with all ages from birth-18 and even the parents and elders in our community. NRC has dedicated their time and contribution to help support our efforts we have received so much from NRC, from our Healthy Living request of personal hygiene products, cleaning products, parent incentives, Holiday requests, Easter, School supplies, Thanksgiving, Christmas and our summer programs like open center arts & craft supplies and our gardening projects, seeds, tools, fencing, etc. We can't thank them enough, we wouldn't be able to carry out our programs without the collaboration of NRC. Pilamaya "Thank you"

21st Century ASP Volunteer

Rating: 4

04/29/2011

I have worked with NRC for over 3 years now...and it is an amazing non profit organization!!! I operate an after-school program at San Ildefonso Day School, with NRC they have helped my 21st Century program and the Day School tremendously! We have parents and student activities twice a month on topics of reading to your child, learning fun math games as a family, eating healthy, proper hygene and staying fit, all of which NRC has given to keep supporting our enrichment activities for the parents and students. NRC has provided cookbooks for our parents, winter coats to the community that was truely heart felt from our elders and everyone, hygene kits to our students, school supplies, our first time NRC Easter egg hunt that was a BIG hit with the school...thanks for the prizes, sports equiptment, not to mention cleaning supplies to keep our building operating funtionally. My students look foward to seeing that big white truck with "NRC" written on it with Ben or Tony driving in! Within these short years working with NRC there has been a good relationship with the organization and my program. Staff are VERY friendly and helpful and I look forward to our conversations with any of the staff especially Joseph and Ben! You guys are too cool! Thanks for the laugher! I plan to be a big supporter of NRC for years to come...YOU GUYS ARE AWESOME!!!

SCP Senior Program Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/29/2011

NRC has supported Santa Clara Pueblo Senior Program. In our partnership efforts we have been able to enhance and increase participation with other program departments. We coordinate our activities and encourage elder intergenertional activities to promote socialization, prevent isolation and neglect of our precious aged elderly. We communicate well with the NRC Staff and appreciate the courtesy and professionalism that they have demonstrated in working with our Pueblo Community. We sincerely thank and appreciate their dedication especially when we weere able to coordinate distribution during a major PNM Outage that occured back in February of 2011.

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chrisdonahue General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

04/29/2011

I have had the opportunity to work with National Relief Charities for an extended period of time, developing a resource library for their Program Partners. During that time, I had the opportunity to learn more about the dedication and mission of NRC. National Relief Charities, provides ongoing access to resources that help Program Partners enhance the results of their programs on over 75 reservations.

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Mark General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

04/29/2011

I have worked with National Relief Charities for over 12 years as a provider of print services. The local staff I work with are organized and prepared with their projects. There accounting department insures payments are quickly made when invoices are received. As a service provider for NRC the professional staff they have is something I look for in every customer.

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Tawni@11 Client Served

Rating: 5

04/29/2011

I have worked with NRC for almost 10 yrs, they have helped my community so much, with childern, adults, eldery, with so many different things from clothing to food, to neccecites, the people are so glad to earn things, because so many don't have vehicles to go and get these things, the children feel so good to have there on shampoo, body soap, most of the adults are on limited bugets and can't get some of these things so that helps so much, on Eldery felt so good that she got toliet paper, she was out and did not know where she was going to get, she thanked me so much, she stated she wished there was more people like me. So i'm so glad that I able to get things from NRC, and make a difference in People lives, so I hope people keep funding and giving donations to help us.

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Brad Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

04/29/2011

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology has been a national leader, since at least 1992, in the development of programming to encourage Native American high school students to take interest in STEM disciplines pre-college and then succeed in their pursuit of engineering or science degrees and careers. As anyone who works in this arena can testify, the challenge is tremendous. Using an analogy, the solution to the challenge of pulling students up through completion of high school and then into college, and then across the graduation stage must be solved in pieces, like putting together a puzzle. Our engagement begins at an early age and involves the community, family, educators.

Allowing a student to find the financial resources for college and living away from home is a very important piece of the puzzle. Helping students deal with unplanned financial hardships that happen to almost everyone in the course of 5 years at college is required to keep these young people in school, assuming they are doing the work and keeping up with the rigors of an engineering or science course load.

American Indian Education Foundation, a subset of National Relief Charities, has been a key partner in our successes for nearly a decade. Intially the support came in the form of the matching challenge for scholarships--where we were able to attract donors who had interest in supporting our Native American students and double their gift. Relationships and awareness created through that program have continued to benefit the scholarship program. In fact, our reputation for success using proven, mature...but still developing programing, was instrumental in receiving major NSF funding to create our Tiospaye program as well as a number of multi-year industry-sponsored gifts for scholarship and program development.

Most recently, the support our dean of students has at her discretion to aid students through the Emergency Fund provided by NRC is working to retain these students who have absolutely no other financial means when something goes wrong.

We know that the relationship with NRC/AIEF is key to our successes to date. The support created and improved relationships with other donors. Our intention is to never lose sight of the fact that partnerships such as this are going to be the only way to solve the challenges and change the lives of these young people we are working to serve. America needs engineers and scientists and industry calls for diversity in the workforce--to that end, we cannot understate our appreciation for the individuals and the programs who are helping us succeed.

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RM Reconnecting Youth Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/28/2011

Our program consist mainly of youths and we partnered with NRC three years ago. I have to admit this charity organization has been the best we've worked with, the staff is professional and they all have great attitude, they do friendly reminders on our shipment reports, and also provide the youth with scholarship funding. "What more can you ask for?" Within those three years NRC has provided our community with great incentives from clothing. house hold items, school supplies, and other miscellaneous items. My students absolutely love the truck drivers who deliever the shipment for us. This organization has help this community by reconnecting the youth to their families and elders. Our youth do the community work and distribute the great incentives provided by NRC to all community members regardless of age. Therefore we appreciate them all very much for being apart of this Red Mesa community.
*NRC family your the BEST* thanks =)

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Tri-County Community Services Volunteer

Rating: 5

04/25/2011

Wow! where do I start, Working with National Relief Charities has been a great experience. The staff are highly professional and do really care about us partners. NRC is a great resource which provides us a way to help our communities. Our consumers are all at a junction in life where a hand from a friend makes a huge impact on them with out compromising a persons integrity. Keep up the good work.

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Larry J. General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

04/19/2011

I have been involved with NRC for over 20 years.I first met them when they called and asked if i could order and deliver a load of fruit trees to Mountment valley Ariz. From thier,I deliverd and planted trees with the director at that time Lou ann.
We then starting rounding up food for thier sites,and doing the deliveries.They take care of thousands of people,who without them would go hungry,have no cloths,school items,shampoo,woman items,and much much more.What i like about them is they take care of the elderly in some of the most remote aeras on the Navajo Nation.With out them, these people would have no Thanksgiving,X-mas,or Easter dinners.I have seen them go from working out of thier home,to a small office, to their present state of the art facility on Phoenix,az.
They are tireless in thier work,and really fill a void not only on the Navajo Nation, but six other Reservations. They are great people,and easy to work with and i will coninue to do so for a very long time.

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Natahnee Client Served

Rating: 5

04/14/2011

There are various organizations dedicated to supporting American Indians and Alaska Natives pursuing higher education. I am writing a review for the National Relief Charities as a scholarship recipient and donor of the American Indian Education Foundation (AIEF). I recommend this scholarship program to all American Indian and Alaska Native undergraduate and graduate students working toward enhancing our tribal communities. I strongly encourage and thank current and potential donors for their continuous support of AIEF and the National Relief Charities.

I applied to the AIEF scholarship and completed my bachelor degree! AIEF has contributed to my success of graduating from the University of New Mexico with my Bachelor in Arts in Sociology. AIEF is a foundation that pays attention to the financial and emotional needs of students. During the time I was receiving the scholarship from AIEF, I also received a Christmas stocking made by some of the tribal elders from one of the communities. It was a thoughtful and priceless gift which showed me that AIEF cared about my college success and wanted me to graduate.

Pursuing a college education is a challenge for the student, parent and tribal community since students will be growing in different areas of their life. Students come from all walks of life with different lived experiences. Being miles away from their families and support systems – college may become a lonely place until a support system is found or created. AIEF showed me encouragement to finish my college education and sent me small tokens of care and love. What an amazing push and gift to let students know that finishing their education is needed! I have personally experienced the results of AIEF and the National Relief Charities as a scholarship recipient. I am proud to say that I would have struggled during my undergraduate education if it wasn’t for AIEF. I encourage and give my utmost support to AIEF – higher education is needed in our tribal communities to enhance our wellbeing and promote healthy change. My overall rating is TEN+++ ENOMOUS STARS! Please continue to support National Relief Charities and their AIEF program.

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