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Message: 2 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 10:57:46 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Grants Focus on Social Justicehttp://www.falkfund.org/Maurice Falk FundThe Maurice Falk Fund is dedicated to encouraging atolerant, just and inclusive society. The Fundprimarily awards grants for research, education,training and innovative interventions to preventdiscriminatory practices due to personal prejudices,biased private and public policies, unfair resourceallocation, deprivation of access, and otherexclusionary practices. The Fund focuses on inequitiesin healthcare, education, workforce development,mental health, housing, transportation, andenvironmental and criminal justice. Because the Fundhas a small endowment and is limited in the ability toaward large or numerous grants, the priority is tosupport innovative projects that address injustice andmay involve a high degree of risk. Letters of inquiryare accepted at any time. Visit the website listedabove for more information.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 3 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 10:56:35 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Support for Student Newspapershttp://www.naafoundation.org/Student/Newspaper Partnership Grant ProgramThe Newspaper Association of Foundation’sStudent/Newspaper Partnership Grant Program providessupport to student newspapers that are in danger ofclosing or have stopped publishing. Grants are awardedto schools that present proposals to create anewspaper where none exists, or to strengthennewspapers that are at risk of going under.Student/newspaper partnerships ask newspapers andsecondary schools (sometimes including colleges anduniversities) to commit to working together. Grantsprovide financial assistance to encourage thedevelopment and strengthening of the partnerships.Grants can be used to cover newspaper production anddistribution costs, and to train advisers and staffmembers. The application deadline is April 30,annually. Application guidelines and forms areavailable on the website listed above.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 4 Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2006 12:42:25 -0600 From: Alyssa Macy <alyssa@ccp.org>Subject: Animating Democracy announces search for summer internAnimating Democracy announces search for summer internwww.artsusa.org/about_us/internships.aspAnimating Democracy is seeking an undergraduate or graduate student for a summer 2006 internship. Primary responsibilities include research and content development for the National Arts Policy Database and Animating Democracy website, including profiles of arts- and humanities-based civic dialogue and engagement projects. In addition, the intern will provide research, communications, and marketing support and assist Animating Democracy staff with various projects to support the program's goals. Candidates must have strong writing and research skills and a strong familiarity with Microsoft Office products, including Word and Excel. A student with interest in community arts and/or arts-based civic engagement is preferred. Application deadline is March 1, 2006.Too busy this summer? Animating Democracy will also be accepting applications for internships fall 2006. For more information, contact Animating Democracy Project Coordinator Michael del Vecchio at mdelvecchio@artsusa.org.************************************************************************Alyssa MacyPolitical DirectorCenter for Civic Participation1313 SE 5TH Street, Suite 113Minneapolis, MN 55414Direct: 612-331-7444Cell: 612-812-6227Fax: 612-331-7447alyssa@ccp.orgTools for Democracy: www.ccp.org[This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 5 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 11:05:33 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Support for Criminal Justice Issueshttp://www.soros.org/initiatives/justice/focus_areas/gideonOpen Society Institute: Gideon ProjectThe Open Society Institute (OSI) aims to shape publicpolicy to promote democratic governance, human rights,and economic, legal, and social reform. The GideonProject, a program of the OSI’s U.S. Justice Fund,works to improve the fair administration of criminaljustice in the United States. The project awardsgrants in three areas affecting youth and adults inthe criminal justice system: Improving Public DefenseServices, Death Penalty Reform, and Racial Profiling.Letters of inquiry will be accepted from advocacygroups, community groups, research institutions,government agencies, associations of electedofficials, and nonprofit organizations. Letters may besubmitted at any time. Visit the website listed abovefor more information.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 6 Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2006 11:27:40 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: RFP: Cherokee Nation, Outdoor DramaThere’s an RFP on the Cherokee Nation website seekingproposals for the development of a drama to be held atthe outdoor theater in Tahlequah on the grounds of theCherokee Heritage Center. The deadline is March 2. If you know anyone who would be interested in making aproposal to put together the performance this summer,please pass this along. There would be 2 shows per week for a 9 week period.Here’s the link: http://www.cherokeebids.org/home.aspx?section=procurement&RFP=I4liaTCQra8=________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 7 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 14:14:54 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Summer Internship Program on Eliminating Health DisparitiesDear Colleague:I want to let you know about an exciting summer jobopportunity forstudents interested in health disparities. Manyhospitals, communitybasedorganizations, and other healthcare organizations intheDetroit-Flint-AnnArbor area have agreed to provide paid ($3,000) summerinternships in health administration and policy to qualifiedundergraduate students. These internships are part of the University ofMichigan's Summer Enrichment Program in Health Administration. ThisProgram, which wasbegun in 1986 by the Department of Health Management andPolicy at the University of Michigan's School of Public Health, isperfect forstudents who are interested in eliminating racial, ethnic andsocio-ecconomic disparities in health.The SEP encourages undergraduates to consider healthmanagement andpolicy as an attractive career option through whichthey can addresshealth disparities by familiarizing them with thefield through astructured summer work experience. Each placement isdesigned tooffer a stimulating opportunity for awareness,learning and growth.The ultimate goal is to increase participation ofstudents committedto eliminating health disparities in this importantand excitingfield.If there are students in your area who have a specificinterest in thehealth fields, administration, or any career whichwill enable them touse their skills in a socially meaningful way, I urgeyou to informthem about the program. Students accepted into thisprogram whoreside outside of the state of Michigan will receivehousing, a foodallowance, and travel expenses to and from Ann Arborin addition to the$3000 stipend. Please note that the applicationdeadline is March 5,2006.I would appreciate it very much if you would relaythis message on to students who might be interested in this program.Also, feel free to contact me if you would like to discuss the SummerEnrichment Programfurther. The number is (734) 936-3296 or visit ourwebsite:http://www.sph.umich.edu/hmp/sep_hmp.html our email address is um_sep@umich.edu.BestRich Lichtenstein-------------------------------------------------------------------------Richard Lichtenstein U-M School of Public HealthAssociate Professor, Health Management and Policy (734)936-1316M3124 SPH II Fax: (734)764-4338 ` E-mail: lichto@umich.edu________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 8 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 11:07:54 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Support for Free Enterprise Programshttp://www.castlerockfoundation.org/Castle Rock FoundationThe mission of the Castle Rock Foundation is to:promote a better understanding of the free enterprisesystem; preserve the principles upon which ourdemocracy was founded to help ensure a limited rolefor government and the protection of individual rightsas provided for in the Constitution; encouragepersonal responsibility and leadership; anduphold traditional American values. The Foundationconsiders general operating or special projectrequests from organizations whose goals and purposesare in keeping with the mission of the Foundation.Preference will be given to agencies and projects thatdemonstrate the application of the Foundation’sguiding principles to institutions of society. Theapplication deadline is March 15, annually. Visit thewebsite listed above for application information.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 9 Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2006 13:01:47 -0600 From: Alyssa Macy <alyssa@ccp.org>Subject: RESOURCE: Irvine Foundation announces new evaluation resourceIrvine Foundation announces new evaluation resourcewww.irvine.orgWith rising interest in nonprofit effectiveness, and increased public scrutiny of the sector, foundations are looking to evaluation to achieve greater organizational impact and promote accountability. At The James Irvine Foundation, evaluation activities comprise between 2 and 5 percent of their grantmaking dollars and provide the most direct source of information about program impact. To share findings with colleagues and to help contribute to the knowledge base and dialogue in the field, the foundation has launched a new evaluation section on their website. This new section includes comprehensive information about their approach (including goals and principles that guide evaluation), program evaluations (including design, process, findings, products, and evaluators of current and former programs), foundation wide assessment (including an overview of how Irvine assesses it's own progress towards institutional goals and priorities), and tools and resources that help promote the effective use of evaluative techniques by nonprofits and other foundations.************************************************************************Alyssa MacyPolitical DirectorCenter for Civic Participation1313 SE 5TH Street, Suite 113Minneapolis, MN 55414Direct: 612-331-7444Cell: 612-812-6227Fax: 612-331-7447alyssa@ccp.orgTools for Democracy: www.ccp.org[This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 10 Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2006 10:45:20 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Special Column In Native Youth Magazine.com To Feature Former Professional AthletesFor Immediate ReleaseSpecial Column In Native Youth Magazine.com To FeatureFormer Professional AthletesChandler, Arizona--Two former professional athletesand the Native American Basketball Invitational (NABI)have agreed to partner with Native Youth Magazine toreach out to more Native youth and encourage them topursue their dreams. Mark West, who played in the NBAfrom 1984 to 2000 and Chili Davis, who played in theMLB from 1981 to 1999, will write a monthly columnanswering questions from Native youth sent directly tothem through email.Mark West is now an Assistant General Manager for thePhoenix Suns and is co-founder of the Native AmericanBasketball Invitational. West, along with CharlesBarkley, Dan Majerle and Kevin Johnson, made it to1993 NBA Finals, where the team lost to the ChicagoBulls in six games. The Suns won game three of theseries in triple overtime - the first triple overtimegame in the NBA Finals since the Suns' loss to theCeltics in 1976. West also played for the DallasMavericks, Milwaukee Bucks and the ClevelandCavaliers.Chili Davis, a native of Jamaica, is a three time AllStar in the MLB (1984, 1986, 1994). He has three WorldSeries rings from 1991 with the Minnesota Twins and1998 and 1999 with the New York Yankees. At time ofhis retirement in 1999 only Mickey Mantle and EddieMurray topped his 350 career home runs among switchhitters. He's also played with the San FranciscoGiants and the Kansas City Royals."I commend Mark West and Chili Davis for their desireto reach out to the Native youth community that oftenis ignored by professional athletes and theorganizations they work for. A great big thanks goesto GinaMarie Marby, NABI co-founder, for coming upwith the idea," said NYM Publisher Mary Kim Titla.Both athletes are looking forward to receivingquestions and responding to them. "Anything I can doto encourage our youth to succeed, especially youththat have been overlooked, I am honored to be partof," said Mark West. "Doing a column that encouragesNative American kids is something I am excited aboutdoing. I hope my words can give that 'extra push'needed for them to not quit pursuing their dreams andfocus on their education." said Chili Davis.GinaMarie Marby hopes the column will send a messageto Native youth. "I am constantly thinking of ways toreach out to Native American kids. Along with NABI,this column is an extension of my dedication toencouraging and supporting them. Having Mark West andChili Davis embrace the idea shows that there arepro-athletes who care and want to get involved," saidMarby. Native youth are encouraged to submit questions toMark West or Chili Davis through email (see below).West and Davis will then select which questions theywill respond to in their monthly columns. Native youthwho submit questions must include the followinginformation: name, age, tribal affiliation, hometown,and school. The question and answer column is designedso both former professional athletes can interact withNative youth under the age of 18. Questions will beaccepted only from Native youth at this time. Look forthe columns to appear in February.ChiliDavis@nabihoops.comMarkWest@nabihoops.comMark WestNBA Player 1984-2000Assistant General Manager Phoenix SunsCo-founder NABI/Native American BasketballInvitational• Born: 11/15/60 Pittsburg, VA• College: Old Dominion• Drafted: Dallas Mavericks in the 2nd round (6thpick) of 1983 NBA draft• 1994 Western Conference Championship Team/PhoenixSuns NBA Career 1984 DALLAS1985 MILWAUKEE, CLEVELAND1986-88 CLEVELAND1988-94 PHOENIX1995-96 DETROIT1997 CLEVELAND1998 INDIANA1999 ATLANTA2000 PHOENIXChili DavisMLB Player 1981-1999Founder Chili Davis Premier Baseball Club• Born: 01/17/60• Native of Jamaica• Drafted: San Francisco Giants in the 11th round of1977 Amateur Draft• 3 Time All-Star 1984,1986,1994• 350 Career Homeruns• Won 3 World Series: 1991 Minnesota Twins, 1998-1999New York Yankees• At time of his retirement only Mickey Mantle andEddie Murray topped his 350 career home runs amongswitch hitters.MLB Career1981-87 SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS1988-90 CALIFORNIA ANGELS1991-92 MINNESOTA TWINS1993-96 CALIFORNIA ANGELS1997 KANSAS CITY ROYALS1998-99 NEW YORK YANKEESPhotos available upon request.Contact:Mary Kim TitlaPublisherNative Youth Magazine.commarykim@nativeyouthmagazine.com(602) 339-2641________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 11 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 10:58:37 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Awards for K-12 Educatorshttp://www.ing-usa.com/us/aboutING/communityconnections/ineducation/unsungheroes/index.htmING Unsung Heroes AwardsThe ING Unsung Heroes Awards are given to K-12educators pioneering new methods and techniques thatimprove student learning. Educators may submitapplications describing projects they have initiatedor have envisioned for the future. Their applicationsare judged on innovative teaching methods, creativeeducational projects, and ability to make a positiveinfluence on the children they teach. At least one$2,000 award is given in each state, provided one ormore qualified applications are received from eachstate. All full-time K-12 education professionals fromaccredited public and private schools in the U.S. mayapply. The application deadline is May 1, 2006. Visitthe website listed above for more information.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 12 Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2006 10:45:30 -0600 From: Alyssa Macy <alyssa@ccp.org>Subject: Call for Artists: Midwest Social Forum**CALL FOR ARTISTS**Midwest Social ForumMilwaukee, WisconsinJuly 6-9, 2006The Midwest Social Forum is an annual gathering of hundreds of grassrootsorganizations, community activists, workers, artists, educators, students,and others committed to making a better, more just world possible. Itprovides an open space for exchanging experiences and information,strengthening alliances and networks, and developing effective strategiesfor progressive social, economic, and political change.The Midwest Social Forum is also a space for showcasing the artisticmovements that are the creative force of our diverse communities. TheForum's location--the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's Student Unionbuilding--offers ample opportunity for all kinds of artistic display: itcontains a full size cinema theater, a major ballroom-type venue and othershow spaces. There will be a concert each night, a continuous showing offilms, and ongoing gallery spaces. There will also be opportunities forgraffiti, street theatre, open mic and soapboxing, and otherspontaneities.All artists in Hip-Hop, Rock, Spoken Word, Folk, Dance, Cinema/Film, etcare encouraged to send in demos and press kits (cd/video) to:YO! The MovementAttn: MWSF420 N 5th Street Ste 1040Minneapolis, MN 55402DEADLINE MARCH 30th 5pmCome be apart of these three days and nights dedicated to progressivemusic, art, and culture. Questions, comments, and concerns will be fieldedby Kevin Walsh 608-262-1420 or info@mwsocialforum.org.--MIDWEST SOCIAL FORUM 2006Milwaukee, WI :: July 6-9, 2006www.mwsocialforum.org608.262.1420************************************************************************Alyssa MacyPolitical DirectorCenter for Civic Participation1313 SE 5TH Street, Suite 113Minneapolis, MN 55414Direct: 612-331-7444Cell: 612-812-6227Fax: 612-331-7447alyssa@ccp.orgTools for Democracy: www.ccp.org[This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 13 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 14:15:32 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Review Committee: Nomination SolicitationSubject: Native American Graves Protection andRepatriation Review Committee: Nomination SolicitationI came across this in the Federal Register and thoughtyou might know someone who would be interested. Note:They specify "traditional" religious leader in thecategories. FEDERAL REGISTER71 FR 5360NOTICEFeb. 1, 2006DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIORNational Park ServiceNative American Graves Protection and RepatriationReview Committee: Nomination SolicitationAGENCY: National Park Service, Interior.ACTION: Notice.SUMMARY: This notice is a solicitation on behalf ofthe Secretary of the Interior for nominations to filla vacancy on the Native American Graves Protection andRepatriation Review Committee. Nominations may besubmitted by Indian tribes, Native Hawaiianorganizations, and traditional Native Americanreligious leaders. Nominees must be traditional NativeAmerican religious leaders. Appointments are made bythe Secretary of the Interior.DATES: Postmark or hand-delivery deadline: April 3,2006.ADDRESSES: Via U.S. Mail: Address nominations to DesignatedFederal Officer, Native American Graves Protection andRepatriation Review Committee, National NAGPRAProgram, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW(2253), Washington, DC 20240. Because increasedsecurity in the Washington, DC, area may delaydelivery of U.S. Mail to U.S. Government offices, acopy of each mailed nomination should also be faxed to(202) 371-5197. Via commercial delivery: Address nominations toDesignated Federal Officer, Native American GravesProtection and Repatriation Review Committee, NationalNAGPRA Program, National Park Service, 1201 Eye StreetNW, 8th floor, Washington, DC 20005. Via hand delivery: Address nominations toDesignated Federal Officer, Native American GravesProtection and Repatriation Review Committee, NationalPark Service, 1201 Eye Street NW, 8th floor,Washington, DC 20005.FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dr. C. TimothyMcKeown, Designated Federal Officer, Native AmericanGraves Protection and Repatriation Review Committee,National NAGPRA Program, 1849 C Street NW (2253),Washington, DC 20240, telephone (202) 354-2202, e-mailtim-mckeown@nps.gov.SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Required NominationInformation: Nominations must include the followinginformation. Nominations that do not include all ofthe following information will be considerednonresponsive to this solicitation. 1. Nominations by Indian tribes or NativeHawaiian organizations: Nominations must be submittedon official tribal or organization letterhead with thenominator's original signature and daytime telephonenumber. Nominator must be the official authorized byhis or her tribe or organization to submit nominationsin response to this solicitation. The nomination mustinclude a statement that the nominator is soauthorized. 2. Nominations by traditional Native Americanreligious leaders: Nominations must include astatement that the nominator is a traditional NativeAmerican religious leader and the nominator's daytimetelephone number.[Page 5361] 3. Information about nominees: All nominationsmust include the following information a. Nominee's name, address, and daytime telephonenumber (required), and e-mail address (optional). b. Nominee's resume or brief biography. Theresume or biography should emphasize the nominee'sNAGPRA experience. Nominations must include astatement by the nominator that the nominee is atraditional Native American religious leader. General Information 1. The Review Committee was established by theNative American Graves Protection and Repatriation Actof 1990 (NAGPRA), 25 U.S.C. 3001 et seq. 2. The Review Committee is responsible for - a. monitoring the NAGPRA inventory andidentification process; b. reviewing and making findings related to theidentity or cultural affiliation of cultural items, orthe return of such items; c. facilitating the resolution of disputes; d. compiling an inventory of culturallyunidentifiable human remains and developing a processfor disposition of such remains; e. consulting with Indian tribes and NativeHawaiian organizations and museums on matters withinthe scope of the work of the Review Committeeaffecting such tribes or organizations; f. consulting with the Secretary of the Interiorin the development of regulations to carry out NAGPRA;and g. making recommendations regarding future careof repatriated cultural items. 3. Seven members comprise the Review Committee.All members are appointed by the Secretary of theInterior. The Secretary may not appoint Federalofficers or employees to the Review Committee. a. Three members are appointed from nominationsby Indian tribes, Native Hawaiian organizations, andtraditional Native American religious leaders torepresent the interests of Indian tribes, NativeHawaiian organizations, and traditional NativeAmerican religions. At least two of these membersshall be traditional Native American religiousleaders. b. Three members are appointed from nominationssubmitted by national museum organizations andscientific organizations to represent the interests ofsuch organizations. c. One member is appointed from a list of personsproposed by all of the other members to represent theinterests of the general public. 4. Appointment terms: Members are appointed for4-year terms and incumbent members may be reappointedfor 2-year terms. 5. The Review Committee's work is completedduring public meetings. The Review Committee normallymeets face-to-face two times per year, and eachmeeting is normally two or three days. The ReviewCommittee may also hold one or more publicteleconferences of several hours duration. The nextface-to-face Review Committee meeting is tentativelyscheduled in Juneau, AK, on May 30-31, 2005. 6. Compensation: Review Committee members arecompensated for their participation in ReviewCommittee meetings. 7. Reimbursement: Review Committee members arereimbursed for travel expenses incurred in associationwith Review Committee meetings. 8. Additional information regarding the ReviewCommittee, including the Review Committee's charter,meeting protocol, and dispute resolution procedures,is available on the National NAGPRA program Website,www.cr.nps.gov/nagpra (click "Review Committee" in themenu on the right). Definitions of Some Terms Used in this Notice 1. Indian tribe: Any tribe, band, nation, orother organized group or community of Indians,including any Alaska Native village or corporation asdefined in, or established pursuant to, the AlaskaNative Claims Settlement Act, which is recognized aseligible for the special programs and Service'sprovided by the United States to Indians because oftheir status as Indians [43 CFR 10.2 (b)(2)]. 2. Native Hawaiian organization: Any organizationthat: a. serves and represents the interests of NativeHawaiians, b. has as a primary and stated purpose theprovision of Service's to Native Hawaiians, and c. has expertise in Native Hawaiian affairs, and d. must include the Office of Hawaiian Affairsand Hui Malama I Na Kupuna O Hawai'i Nei. [43 CFR 10.2(b)(3)]. 3. Traditional Native American religious leader:A person who is recognized by members of an Indiantribe or Native Hawaiian organization as beingresponsible for performing cultural duties relating tothe ceremonial or religious traditions of that Indiantribe or Native Hawaiian organization, or exercising aleadership role in an Indian tribe or Native Hawaiianorganization based on the tribe's or organization'scultural, ceremonial, or religious practices [43 CFR10.2 (d)(3)]. Dated: December 19, 2006. C. Timothy McKeown, Designated Federal Officer, Native American GravesProtection and Repatriation Review Committee.[FR Doc. E6-1292 Filed 1-31-06; 8:45 am]BILLING CODE 4312-50-SSource: Government Printing OfficeFrom CQ Federal Register Service Providing government documents on demand, in context.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 14 Date: Sat, 18 Feb 2006 11:19:34 -0800 (PST) From: allison hedge coke <emailahc@yahoo.com>Subject: Call for Poets: Poetry by Indigenous Peoples of the Western HemisphereFor Indigenous poets of the Americas and surrounding island nations http://oregonstate.edu/dept/foreign_lang/totopos/description.html Keep scrolling down for instructions in English, Spanish and French. Deadline for submissions is March 1st! Indigenous Americas: Poetry by Indigenous Peoples of the Western HemisphereIn the spirit of sister nations, of brotherly alliance, in inclusiveness, in the shared principles of possibility and of sheltering relations during a time when our peoples to the south are still enduring odious onslaught of genocidal resource wars and to the north facing impending catastrophic change from global warming, in this time of uniting and reuniting, in the memory of the vast trade routes which thoroughly connected the intact Western Hemisphere pre-contact with European peoples, in the realization of roads that trail their existence even today, in the presence of resistance, reclamation, and renaissance, in the stories, the music, ceremonies, songs—language-- Aboriginal North, Central and South American and surrounding island poets are welcome to submit work to be included in this unique tribal representation of poetry of the Western Hemisphere. Inviting submissions of Native Peoples from the Inuit Village of Resolute Bay, Canada, to Mapuche Pueblo in Chile and everywhere in between.Click here for submission instructions.Allison Adelle Hedge Coke, Huron and Cherokee author of Dog Road Woman, Rock, Ghost, Willow Deer; Off-Season City Pipe, and Blood Run, winner of the American Book Award, is the guest editor for this theme. Hedge Coke is a faculty member of the English Department and MFA program in writing at Northern Michigan University. ________________________________________________________________________________________________ AMERICA INDIGENA:POESIA DE AUTORES INDIGENAS DEL HEMISFERIO OCCIDENTALCon espíritu de fraternidad, alianza y acercamiento entre naciones hermanas, compartiendo principios de posibilidad y de unión en estos tiempos en los que nuestra gente, hacia el sur, es aun víctima de la guerra genocida por los recursos, y hacia el norte, se enfrenta a la catástrofe inminente del calentamiento global, en estos tiempos de unión y reencuentro, con la memoria viva de las grandes rutas de intercambio que conectaban el intacto hemisferio occidental precolombino, en la construcción de carreteras que aun hoy recuperan sus huellas, en presencia de la resistencia, la reclamación y el renacimiento, en las historias, la música, las ceremonias y el lenguaje-canción—se invita a poetas indígenas del norte, centro, sur e islas aledañas de América, a que envíen su trabajo y participen en esta representación única de poesía tribual en el hemisferio occidental. Se solicitan contribuciones desde el pueblo Inuit de Resolute Bay, Canadá, hasta el pueblo Mapuche en Chile incluyendo a todos los pueblos que se encuentren en el camino.Haga clic aquí para las instrucciones de envío.Allison Adelle Hedge Coke es una escritora Hurón y Cherokee. Autora de Dog Road Woman, Rock Ghost, Willow Deer, Off-Season City Pipe, y Blood Run, ganadora del premio American Book Award y editora invitada para este volumen. Hedge Coke hace parte del departamento de inglés y del programa de maestría para escritores de Northern Michigan University. ________________________________________________________________________________________________ POÉSIE PAR LES PEOPLES INDIGENESDU MONDE OCCIDENTALDans l’esprit de nations soeurs, d’alliance fraternelle, dans l’inclusivité, dans les principes partagés du possible et d’entraide, pendant une période quand nos frères et soeurs au sud subissent toujours des assauts odieux de guerres génocides et au nord font face au changement imminent catastrophique dû au rechauffement global, dans cette époque d’unité et de retrouvaille, en souvenir des réseaux de commerce qui liaient les peuples des Amériques avant la venue des Européens, dans la construction de chemins qui suivent les anciens sentiers, même de nos jours, dans la la présence de résistence, de renaissance, dans les histoires orales, la musique, les cérémonies, et les langages—poètes des Amériques et les îles avoisinantes, sont encouragés de soumettre leurs oeuvres afin d’être inclus dans ce recueil unique de poésie tribale. Nous solicitons des soumissions des Autochtones allant du Village Inuit de la baie Resolute, au Canada, jusqu’à Mapuche Pueblo, au Chili, et partout entre les deux. Cliquez ici pour les modalités de soumission.Allison Adelle Hedge Coke est auteure huronne et cherokee de Dog Road Woman, Rock, Ghost, Willow Deer; Off-Season City Pipe, et Blood Run. Elle est lauréate du American Book Award et la rédactrice invitée pour ce numéro. Hedge Coke est membre de la faculté du département d’anglais et du programme de création littéraire de Northern Michigan University. Foreign Languages , Oregon State UniversityCorvallis, OR 97331541-737-3935Contact us with your comments, questions and feedbackCopyright © 2006 Oregon State University Disclaimer The HTML graphics in this message have been displayed. 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For the moment,this is where a big CHUNK of my photography lives.Add me as your friend, leave a comment, and VISITOFTEN.http://www.myspace.com/indigenousflygirlA few other DOPE spots you should check out:http://www.myspace.com/cultureshockcamphttp://www.myspace.com/pawneestar________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 16 Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2006 10:36:08 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Faculty Fellowship OpportunityThe Nonprofit Academic Centers Council is nowaccepting applications for the 2006 David Stevensonand William Diaz Faculty Fellowships. Thesefellowships are awarded to faculty members of colorteaching and conducting research in the field ofphilanthropic and nonprofit sector studies. 2006fellowships must be completed between August 1, 2006and July 31, 2007. The application deadline is March31, 2006. Application information is available online throughthe following link: http://www.naccouncil.org/fellowships.asp For additional information, contact the NonprofitAcademic Centers Council at (216) 368-0969 or viae-mail: amcclellan-nacc@cwru.edu.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 17 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 10:52:56 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Research Fellow in Social Justice (MN)A partnership of the National Network of Grantmakersand Wilder Research seeks a Research Fellow in Social Justice - aone-year research training fellowship housed within Wilder Research (St.Paul, Minnesota) with a stipend of $30,000 plus health, dental, and PTO(paid time off) benefits. The fellowship period is June 5, 2006through June 4, 2007. Eligible individuals are American citizens who aremembers of racial or ethnic minority groups (Black/African-American,American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian/Pacific Islander, or Latino/Hispanic)with Master's or higher degree in any field related to social/publicpolicy (ABD or post-doctoral preferred). Applicants should have anunderstanding of and commitment to principles of social justice andprogressive grantmaking, graduate-level training in research and data analysisand be capable with Microsoft Office, SPSS, and database management. Fellowship activities involve hands-on applied research training and activeengagement in research projects. From May through August 2006, theFellow will provide high quality, supervised research assistance toplanners of NNG's annual October conference, and to designers and presentersinvolved in the conference. The focus of the 2006 conference is racial justice inthe criminal justice system. Duties during this period willinclude the development of research summaries and annotated bibliographies basedon extensive literature reviews, which will be published by NNG. There are opportunities for publication credit, based upon theFellow's degree of skill and independent contribution to those documents. Following the October conference, the Fellow will continue working on NNGprojects half-time and on Wilder Research social science research andevaluation projects half-time through June 2006. Please go to http://www.wilder.org/508.0.html tocomplete an "Intent to Apply" form. The deadline for indicating intent toapply is 4 p.m. Central Time on April 3, 2006. Shortly aftercompleting and submitting the form, you will receive application forms andinstructions via e-mail. The application requirements include anofficial transcript from your last academic institution. All applications mustbe complete and received at Wilder Research by 4 p.m. Central Time,April 17, 2006.Alexandra (Sandi) Pierce, Ph.D.Research ScientistWilder Research Center1295 Bandana Boulevard North, Suite 210St. Paul, MN 55108Phone: (651) 647-4621Fax: (651) 647-4623e-mail: arp@wilder.org________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 18 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 11:06:24 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Grants for Skateboard Parkshttp://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/Tony Hawk FoundationThe principal focus of the Tony Hawk Foundation'sgrants is to encourage and facilitate the design,development, construction and operation of new,quality skateboard parks and facilities located inlow-income communities in the United States. TheFoundation primarily considers skatepark projects thatare designed and built by qualified skateparkcontractors, include local skaters in the designprocess, and are in areas that currently have noskateboarding facilities. Applicants must be nonprofitorganizations, state or local agencies, or publicschool systems/public projects. The next applicationdeadline is March 1, 2006. Visit the website listedabove for application information.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 19 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 10:55:35 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Food Distribution Programs Supportedhttp://164.109.46.215/responsibility/cc_rfp_calendar2006.aspxFood Distribution Programs SupportedKraft Community Nutrition ProgramThe Kraft Community Nutrition Program is an initiativeto increase the collection and distribution ofnon-shelf-stable food, including fresh produce,prepared food, and other perishable food in the U.S.The program encourages food banks, food-rescue, andgleaning organizations to increase their sustainablecapacity to collect and distribute nutritious,non-shelf-stable foods. Kraft invites applicationsfrom nonprofit organizations throughout the U.S. thatcollect and distribute food to a wide range of socialservice agencies. The application deadline is March31, 2006. Visit the website listed above forapplication information.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 20 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 14:09:36 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Native Radio Theater Scholarship Announcement and ApplicationNative Radio Theater Scholarship Announcement andApplicationNative American Public Telecommunications (NAPT),Native Voices at the Autry, and the National Audio Theatre Festivals(NATF) will produce plays for radio theater, featuring originalscripts by Native writers, June 18-24, 2006, in West Plains, MO. Nativeradio theater artists are encouraged to apply.Learn from national leaders in the growing field ofaudio theater at the annual NATF Audio Theatre Workshop in West Plains,Missouri from Sunday, June 18 through 24th, 2006. Beginners toexperts are welcome. The workshop includes Foundation Classes in allaspects of audio theater production including writing, performance,recording, mixing, sound design, directing and much more. Guest directorswill produce new plays from the NRT Script Competition held earlierthis year. Participants end the week with a live performance onFriday, June 23rd and return home the morning of the 24th.Complete Printable Native Radio Theater ScholarshipApplication (pdf) at <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?t=rzmtssbab.0.rmc6vsbab.8fvnpcbab.2740&p=http%3A%2F%2Fnativeradio.org%2Ftheatre%2Fnrt_scholarships.pdf>http://www.nativeradio.org/theatre/nrt_scholarships.pdfDeadline March 1, 2006More information at <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?t=rzmtssbab.0.smc6vsbab.8fvnpcbab.2740&p=http%3A%2F%2Fnativeradio.org%2Ftheatre%2Fscholarship.html>http://www.nativeradio.org/theatre/scholarship.htmlNative American Public Telecommunications is funded inpart by the <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?t=rzmtssbab.0.ist78jbab.8fvnpcbab.2740&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cpb.org>Corporation for Public Broadcasting.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 21 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 11:02:38 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Grants for Science, Math and Technology Educationhttp://www.intel.com/community/grant.htmIntel Corporate Contributions ProgramIntel Corporation is committed to maintaining andenhancing the quality of life in the communities wherethe company has a major presence in Arizona,California, Colorado, Massachusetts, New Jersey, NewMexico, Oregon, Texas, Utah, and Washington. (A listof eligible company communities is available on thewebsite.) Intel's primary giving focus is science,math and technology education, with emphasis on K-12,higher education, and community programs that deliverthe kind of educational opportunities that allstudents will need to prepare themselves to succeed inthe 21st century. Intel will also consider funding forenvironmental programs as well as programs thatimprove the quality of life in its site communities.Applications may be submitted throughout the year.Visit the website listed above for more information.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 22 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 11:08:50 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Community Organizations Fundedhttp://www.gp.com/center/community/index.htmlGeorgia-Pacific Foundation The Georgia-Pacific Foundation supports a wide rangeof organizations that improve the quality of life incommunities where Georgia-Pacific operates, and wherecompany employees live and work. (A map of theGeorgia-Pacific facilities and locations is availableonline at: www.gp.com/facilitydirectory/index.asp.)The Foundation’s areas of interest include: education,community enrichment, and the environment. Grantapplications are accepted between January 1 andOctober 31, annually. Visit the website listed abovefor more information.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 23 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 11:00:05 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Funds for Native American/Native Hawaiian Museumshttp://www.imls.gov/applicants/grants/nativeServices.shtmInstitute of Museum and Library ServicesThe Native American/Native Hawaiian Museum Servicesprogram, administered by the Institute of Museum andLibrary Services, enables Native American tribes andorganizations that primarily serve Native Hawaiians tobenefit their communities and audiences throughstrengthened museum services. Grants are intended tosupport activities in museums and museum-relatedorganizations, such as cultural centers. Support isprovided in the areas of programming, professionaldevelopment, and enhancement of museum services.Applications are accepted from federally- recognizedtribes and groups that primarily service NativeHawaiians. The application deadline is April 1, 2006.For more information visit the website listed above.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 24 Date: Tue, 21 Feb 2006 22:43:20 -0600 From: "Nicole Bowman" <nbowman@nbowmanconsulting.com>Subject: Job Position: Membership and Program Coordinator - Native Americans in PhilanthropyPlease share with colleagues. Thank you.Nicky _____ From: Joy A Persall [mailto:jpersall@nativephilanthropy.org] Sent: Tuesday, February 21, 2006 10:17 PMTo: Barbara Poley; Beth Brown; Betty Poitra; brian_gillen@hud.gov; BarbraWiener; Kerry Bird; Debra Bissett; Brenda K. Roame; Francis M Blythe; MariBongiovanni; Jason Booth; D'Arcy Bordeaux; Eve R. Borenstein; Nicole Bowman;Matthew Box; Monica Bryand; Barb; Bob Shepard; Alyssa BurhansSubject: Membership and Program Coordinator - Native Americans inPhilanthropyPlease forward to potential candidates.****************************************************************************Membership and Program Coordinator About Native Americans in Philanthropy:Native Americans in Philanthropy is as a national nonprofit membershiporganization whose mission is to engage Native and non-Native peoples inunderstanding and advancing the role of philanthropy through practices thatsupport Native values for current and future generations. Membership iscomprised of Native and non-Native individuals in philanthropy,organizations committed to increasing resources to Native communities andtribes and nonprofits that seek to be more active in the field ofphilanthropy. Position Summary:The Membership and Program Coordinator is responsible for establishing,implementing, maintaining and evaluating the organization's membershipprograms and growth to contribute to the organization's mission and goals,including:. ** ******Membership Relations Develop, implement and maintain an effectivemembership relations program including recruitment and retention tosignificantly expand membership.** ******Program Services Coordinate the provision of services andresources to mainstream and native philanthropic organizations.** ******Communications Effectively use communication strategies to buildmember relations and enhance program services.Qualifications:* *****Minimum 3 years nonprofit experience and Bachelors degree.* *****Understanding of and commitment to philanthropy* *****Knowledge of, or experience working with tribal communities, itsentities and organizations and/or Native non-profits* *****Demonstrated organizational skills including ability to handlemultiple assignments, establish priorities and procedures, and attention todetail.* *****Strong interpersonal skills.* *****Computer literacy and experience with database management.* *****Strong communications skills (verbal and written).* *****Experience working on special projects.* *****Must be a critical thinking and problem solver.* *****Ability to travel up to 20% time.Compensation: FTE equivalent: $32,500 - $40,000. Health/dependant carecoverage, vacation and retirement benefits. How to Apply: Submit cover letter, completed application, writing sampleand resume to: Joy A. PersallNative Americans in Philanthropy2801 21st Ave. South, Suite 132 DMinneapolis, MN 55407 Application Deadline: All application materials must be received by March9, 2006, 5 pm, 2006 Register now to attend the Native Philanthropy InstituteApril 10 & 11,Mystic Lake, Shakopee Minnesotawww.nativephilanthropy.org -- Joy A PersallExecutive DirectorNative Americans in Philanthropy2801 21st Ave. South, Suite 132DMinneapolis, MN 55407612-724-8798 fax: 612-879-0613
Message: 2 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 10:57:46 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Grants Focus on Social Justicehttp://www.falkfund.org/Maurice Falk FundThe Maurice Falk Fund is dedicated to encouraging atolerant, just and inclusive society. The Fundprimarily awards grants for research, education,training and innovative interventions to preventdiscriminatory practices due to personal prejudices,biased private and public policies, unfair resourceallocation, deprivation of access, and otherexclusionary practices. The Fund focuses on inequitiesin healthcare, education, workforce development,mental health, housing, transportation, andenvironmental and criminal justice. Because the Fundhas a small endowment and is limited in the ability toaward large or numerous grants, the priority is tosupport innovative projects that address injustice andmay involve a high degree of risk. Letters of inquiryare accepted at any time. Visit the website listedabove for more information.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 3 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 10:56:35 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Support for Student Newspapershttp://www.naafoundation.org/Student/Newspaper Partnership Grant ProgramThe Newspaper Association of Foundation’sStudent/Newspaper Partnership Grant Program providessupport to student newspapers that are in danger ofclosing or have stopped publishing. Grants are awardedto schools that present proposals to create anewspaper where none exists, or to strengthennewspapers that are at risk of going under.Student/newspaper partnerships ask newspapers andsecondary schools (sometimes including colleges anduniversities) to commit to working together. Grantsprovide financial assistance to encourage thedevelopment and strengthening of the partnerships.Grants can be used to cover newspaper production anddistribution costs, and to train advisers and staffmembers. The application deadline is April 30,annually. Application guidelines and forms areavailable on the website listed above.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 4 Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2006 12:42:25 -0600 From: Alyssa Macy <alyssa@ccp.org>Subject: Animating Democracy announces search for summer internAnimating Democracy announces search for summer internwww.artsusa.org/about_us/internships.aspAnimating Democracy is seeking an undergraduate or graduate student for a summer 2006 internship. Primary responsibilities include research and content development for the National Arts Policy Database and Animating Democracy website, including profiles of arts- and humanities-based civic dialogue and engagement projects. In addition, the intern will provide research, communications, and marketing support and assist Animating Democracy staff with various projects to support the program's goals. Candidates must have strong writing and research skills and a strong familiarity with Microsoft Office products, including Word and Excel. A student with interest in community arts and/or arts-based civic engagement is preferred. Application deadline is March 1, 2006.Too busy this summer? Animating Democracy will also be accepting applications for internships fall 2006. For more information, contact Animating Democracy Project Coordinator Michael del Vecchio at mdelvecchio@artsusa.org.************************************************************************Alyssa MacyPolitical DirectorCenter for Civic Participation1313 SE 5TH Street, Suite 113Minneapolis, MN 55414Direct: 612-331-7444Cell: 612-812-6227Fax: 612-331-7447alyssa@ccp.orgTools for Democracy: www.ccp.org[This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 5 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 11:05:33 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Support for Criminal Justice Issueshttp://www.soros.org/initiatives/justice/focus_areas/gideonOpen Society Institute: Gideon ProjectThe Open Society Institute (OSI) aims to shape publicpolicy to promote democratic governance, human rights,and economic, legal, and social reform. The GideonProject, a program of the OSI’s U.S. Justice Fund,works to improve the fair administration of criminaljustice in the United States. The project awardsgrants in three areas affecting youth and adults inthe criminal justice system: Improving Public DefenseServices, Death Penalty Reform, and Racial Profiling.Letters of inquiry will be accepted from advocacygroups, community groups, research institutions,government agencies, associations of electedofficials, and nonprofit organizations. Letters may besubmitted at any time. Visit the website listed abovefor more information.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 6 Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2006 11:27:40 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: RFP: Cherokee Nation, Outdoor DramaThere’s an RFP on the Cherokee Nation website seekingproposals for the development of a drama to be held atthe outdoor theater in Tahlequah on the grounds of theCherokee Heritage Center. The deadline is March 2. If you know anyone who would be interested in making aproposal to put together the performance this summer,please pass this along. There would be 2 shows per week for a 9 week period.Here’s the link: http://www.cherokeebids.org/home.aspx?section=procurement&RFP=I4liaTCQra8=________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 7 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 14:14:54 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Summer Internship Program on Eliminating Health DisparitiesDear Colleague:I want to let you know about an exciting summer jobopportunity forstudents interested in health disparities. Manyhospitals, communitybasedorganizations, and other healthcare organizations intheDetroit-Flint-AnnArbor area have agreed to provide paid ($3,000) summerinternships in health administration and policy to qualifiedundergraduate students. These internships are part of the University ofMichigan's Summer Enrichment Program in Health Administration. ThisProgram, which wasbegun in 1986 by the Department of Health Management andPolicy at the University of Michigan's School of Public Health, isperfect forstudents who are interested in eliminating racial, ethnic andsocio-ecconomic disparities in health.The SEP encourages undergraduates to consider healthmanagement andpolicy as an attractive career option through whichthey can addresshealth disparities by familiarizing them with thefield through astructured summer work experience. Each placement isdesigned tooffer a stimulating opportunity for awareness,learning and growth.The ultimate goal is to increase participation ofstudents committedto eliminating health disparities in this importantand excitingfield.If there are students in your area who have a specificinterest in thehealth fields, administration, or any career whichwill enable them touse their skills in a socially meaningful way, I urgeyou to informthem about the program. Students accepted into thisprogram whoreside outside of the state of Michigan will receivehousing, a foodallowance, and travel expenses to and from Ann Arborin addition to the$3000 stipend. Please note that the applicationdeadline is March 5,2006.I would appreciate it very much if you would relaythis message on to students who might be interested in this program.Also, feel free to contact me if you would like to discuss the SummerEnrichment Programfurther. The number is (734) 936-3296 or visit ourwebsite:http://www.sph.umich.edu/hmp/sep_hmp.html our email address is um_sep@umich.edu.BestRich Lichtenstein-------------------------------------------------------------------------Richard Lichtenstein U-M School of Public HealthAssociate Professor, Health Management and Policy (734)936-1316M3124 SPH II Fax: (734)764-4338 ` E-mail: lichto@umich.edu________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 8 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 11:07:54 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Support for Free Enterprise Programshttp://www.castlerockfoundation.org/Castle Rock FoundationThe mission of the Castle Rock Foundation is to:promote a better understanding of the free enterprisesystem; preserve the principles upon which ourdemocracy was founded to help ensure a limited rolefor government and the protection of individual rightsas provided for in the Constitution; encouragepersonal responsibility and leadership; anduphold traditional American values. The Foundationconsiders general operating or special projectrequests from organizations whose goals and purposesare in keeping with the mission of the Foundation.Preference will be given to agencies and projects thatdemonstrate the application of the Foundation’sguiding principles to institutions of society. Theapplication deadline is March 15, annually. Visit thewebsite listed above for application information.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 9 Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2006 13:01:47 -0600 From: Alyssa Macy <alyssa@ccp.org>Subject: RESOURCE: Irvine Foundation announces new evaluation resourceIrvine Foundation announces new evaluation resourcewww.irvine.orgWith rising interest in nonprofit effectiveness, and increased public scrutiny of the sector, foundations are looking to evaluation to achieve greater organizational impact and promote accountability. At The James Irvine Foundation, evaluation activities comprise between 2 and 5 percent of their grantmaking dollars and provide the most direct source of information about program impact. To share findings with colleagues and to help contribute to the knowledge base and dialogue in the field, the foundation has launched a new evaluation section on their website. This new section includes comprehensive information about their approach (including goals and principles that guide evaluation), program evaluations (including design, process, findings, products, and evaluators of current and former programs), foundation wide assessment (including an overview of how Irvine assesses it's own progress towards institutional goals and priorities), and tools and resources that help promote the effective use of evaluative techniques by nonprofits and other foundations.************************************************************************Alyssa MacyPolitical DirectorCenter for Civic Participation1313 SE 5TH Street, Suite 113Minneapolis, MN 55414Direct: 612-331-7444Cell: 612-812-6227Fax: 612-331-7447alyssa@ccp.orgTools for Democracy: www.ccp.org[This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 10 Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2006 10:45:20 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Special Column In Native Youth Magazine.com To Feature Former Professional AthletesFor Immediate ReleaseSpecial Column In Native Youth Magazine.com To FeatureFormer Professional AthletesChandler, Arizona--Two former professional athletesand the Native American Basketball Invitational (NABI)have agreed to partner with Native Youth Magazine toreach out to more Native youth and encourage them topursue their dreams. Mark West, who played in the NBAfrom 1984 to 2000 and Chili Davis, who played in theMLB from 1981 to 1999, will write a monthly columnanswering questions from Native youth sent directly tothem through email.Mark West is now an Assistant General Manager for thePhoenix Suns and is co-founder of the Native AmericanBasketball Invitational. West, along with CharlesBarkley, Dan Majerle and Kevin Johnson, made it to1993 NBA Finals, where the team lost to the ChicagoBulls in six games. The Suns won game three of theseries in triple overtime - the first triple overtimegame in the NBA Finals since the Suns' loss to theCeltics in 1976. West also played for the DallasMavericks, Milwaukee Bucks and the ClevelandCavaliers.Chili Davis, a native of Jamaica, is a three time AllStar in the MLB (1984, 1986, 1994). He has three WorldSeries rings from 1991 with the Minnesota Twins and1998 and 1999 with the New York Yankees. At time ofhis retirement in 1999 only Mickey Mantle and EddieMurray topped his 350 career home runs among switchhitters. He's also played with the San FranciscoGiants and the Kansas City Royals."I commend Mark West and Chili Davis for their desireto reach out to the Native youth community that oftenis ignored by professional athletes and theorganizations they work for. A great big thanks goesto GinaMarie Marby, NABI co-founder, for coming upwith the idea," said NYM Publisher Mary Kim Titla.Both athletes are looking forward to receivingquestions and responding to them. "Anything I can doto encourage our youth to succeed, especially youththat have been overlooked, I am honored to be partof," said Mark West. "Doing a column that encouragesNative American kids is something I am excited aboutdoing. I hope my words can give that 'extra push'needed for them to not quit pursuing their dreams andfocus on their education." said Chili Davis.GinaMarie Marby hopes the column will send a messageto Native youth. "I am constantly thinking of ways toreach out to Native American kids. Along with NABI,this column is an extension of my dedication toencouraging and supporting them. Having Mark West andChili Davis embrace the idea shows that there arepro-athletes who care and want to get involved," saidMarby. Native youth are encouraged to submit questions toMark West or Chili Davis through email (see below).West and Davis will then select which questions theywill respond to in their monthly columns. Native youthwho submit questions must include the followinginformation: name, age, tribal affiliation, hometown,and school. The question and answer column is designedso both former professional athletes can interact withNative youth under the age of 18. Questions will beaccepted only from Native youth at this time. Look forthe columns to appear in February.ChiliDavis@nabihoops.comMarkWest@nabihoops.comMark WestNBA Player 1984-2000Assistant General Manager Phoenix SunsCo-founder NABI/Native American BasketballInvitational• Born: 11/15/60 Pittsburg, VA• College: Old Dominion• Drafted: Dallas Mavericks in the 2nd round (6thpick) of 1983 NBA draft• 1994 Western Conference Championship Team/PhoenixSuns NBA Career 1984 DALLAS1985 MILWAUKEE, CLEVELAND1986-88 CLEVELAND1988-94 PHOENIX1995-96 DETROIT1997 CLEVELAND1998 INDIANA1999 ATLANTA2000 PHOENIXChili DavisMLB Player 1981-1999Founder Chili Davis Premier Baseball Club• Born: 01/17/60• Native of Jamaica• Drafted: San Francisco Giants in the 11th round of1977 Amateur Draft• 3 Time All-Star 1984,1986,1994• 350 Career Homeruns• Won 3 World Series: 1991 Minnesota Twins, 1998-1999New York Yankees• At time of his retirement only Mickey Mantle andEddie Murray topped his 350 career home runs amongswitch hitters.MLB Career1981-87 SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS1988-90 CALIFORNIA ANGELS1991-92 MINNESOTA TWINS1993-96 CALIFORNIA ANGELS1997 KANSAS CITY ROYALS1998-99 NEW YORK YANKEESPhotos available upon request.Contact:Mary Kim TitlaPublisherNative Youth Magazine.commarykim@nativeyouthmagazine.com(602) 339-2641________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 11 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 10:58:37 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Awards for K-12 Educatorshttp://www.ing-usa.com/us/aboutING/communityconnections/ineducation/unsungheroes/index.htmING Unsung Heroes AwardsThe ING Unsung Heroes Awards are given to K-12educators pioneering new methods and techniques thatimprove student learning. Educators may submitapplications describing projects they have initiatedor have envisioned for the future. Their applicationsare judged on innovative teaching methods, creativeeducational projects, and ability to make a positiveinfluence on the children they teach. At least one$2,000 award is given in each state, provided one ormore qualified applications are received from eachstate. All full-time K-12 education professionals fromaccredited public and private schools in the U.S. mayapply. The application deadline is May 1, 2006. Visitthe website listed above for more information.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 12 Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2006 10:45:30 -0600 From: Alyssa Macy <alyssa@ccp.org>Subject: Call for Artists: Midwest Social Forum**CALL FOR ARTISTS**Midwest Social ForumMilwaukee, WisconsinJuly 6-9, 2006The Midwest Social Forum is an annual gathering of hundreds of grassrootsorganizations, community activists, workers, artists, educators, students,and others committed to making a better, more just world possible. Itprovides an open space for exchanging experiences and information,strengthening alliances and networks, and developing effective strategiesfor progressive social, economic, and political change.The Midwest Social Forum is also a space for showcasing the artisticmovements that are the creative force of our diverse communities. TheForum's location--the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's Student Unionbuilding--offers ample opportunity for all kinds of artistic display: itcontains a full size cinema theater, a major ballroom-type venue and othershow spaces. There will be a concert each night, a continuous showing offilms, and ongoing gallery spaces. There will also be opportunities forgraffiti, street theatre, open mic and soapboxing, and otherspontaneities.All artists in Hip-Hop, Rock, Spoken Word, Folk, Dance, Cinema/Film, etcare encouraged to send in demos and press kits (cd/video) to:YO! The MovementAttn: MWSF420 N 5th Street Ste 1040Minneapolis, MN 55402DEADLINE MARCH 30th 5pmCome be apart of these three days and nights dedicated to progressivemusic, art, and culture. Questions, comments, and concerns will be fieldedby Kevin Walsh 608-262-1420 or info@mwsocialforum.org.--MIDWEST SOCIAL FORUM 2006Milwaukee, WI :: July 6-9, 2006www.mwsocialforum.org608.262.1420************************************************************************Alyssa MacyPolitical DirectorCenter for Civic Participation1313 SE 5TH Street, Suite 113Minneapolis, MN 55414Direct: 612-331-7444Cell: 612-812-6227Fax: 612-331-7447alyssa@ccp.orgTools for Democracy: www.ccp.org[This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 13 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 14:15:32 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Review Committee: Nomination SolicitationSubject: Native American Graves Protection andRepatriation Review Committee: Nomination SolicitationI came across this in the Federal Register and thoughtyou might know someone who would be interested. Note:They specify "traditional" religious leader in thecategories. FEDERAL REGISTER71 FR 5360NOTICEFeb. 1, 2006DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIORNational Park ServiceNative American Graves Protection and RepatriationReview Committee: Nomination SolicitationAGENCY: National Park Service, Interior.ACTION: Notice.SUMMARY: This notice is a solicitation on behalf ofthe Secretary of the Interior for nominations to filla vacancy on the Native American Graves Protection andRepatriation Review Committee. Nominations may besubmitted by Indian tribes, Native Hawaiianorganizations, and traditional Native Americanreligious leaders. Nominees must be traditional NativeAmerican religious leaders. Appointments are made bythe Secretary of the Interior.DATES: Postmark or hand-delivery deadline: April 3,2006.ADDRESSES: Via U.S. Mail: Address nominations to DesignatedFederal Officer, Native American Graves Protection andRepatriation Review Committee, National NAGPRAProgram, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW(2253), Washington, DC 20240. Because increasedsecurity in the Washington, DC, area may delaydelivery of U.S. Mail to U.S. Government offices, acopy of each mailed nomination should also be faxed to(202) 371-5197. Via commercial delivery: Address nominations toDesignated Federal Officer, Native American GravesProtection and Repatriation Review Committee, NationalNAGPRA Program, National Park Service, 1201 Eye StreetNW, 8th floor, Washington, DC 20005. Via hand delivery: Address nominations toDesignated Federal Officer, Native American GravesProtection and Repatriation Review Committee, NationalPark Service, 1201 Eye Street NW, 8th floor,Washington, DC 20005.FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dr. C. TimothyMcKeown, Designated Federal Officer, Native AmericanGraves Protection and Repatriation Review Committee,National NAGPRA Program, 1849 C Street NW (2253),Washington, DC 20240, telephone (202) 354-2202, e-mailtim-mckeown@nps.gov.SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Required NominationInformation: Nominations must include the followinginformation. Nominations that do not include all ofthe following information will be considerednonresponsive to this solicitation. 1. Nominations by Indian tribes or NativeHawaiian organizations: Nominations must be submittedon official tribal or organization letterhead with thenominator's original signature and daytime telephonenumber. Nominator must be the official authorized byhis or her tribe or organization to submit nominationsin response to this solicitation. The nomination mustinclude a statement that the nominator is soauthorized. 2. Nominations by traditional Native Americanreligious leaders: Nominations must include astatement that the nominator is a traditional NativeAmerican religious leader and the nominator's daytimetelephone number.[Page 5361] 3. Information about nominees: All nominationsmust include the following information a. Nominee's name, address, and daytime telephonenumber (required), and e-mail address (optional). b. Nominee's resume or brief biography. Theresume or biography should emphasize the nominee'sNAGPRA experience. Nominations must include astatement by the nominator that the nominee is atraditional Native American religious leader. General Information 1. The Review Committee was established by theNative American Graves Protection and Repatriation Actof 1990 (NAGPRA), 25 U.S.C. 3001 et seq. 2. The Review Committee is responsible for - a. monitoring the NAGPRA inventory andidentification process; b. reviewing and making findings related to theidentity or cultural affiliation of cultural items, orthe return of such items; c. facilitating the resolution of disputes; d. compiling an inventory of culturallyunidentifiable human remains and developing a processfor disposition of such remains; e. consulting with Indian tribes and NativeHawaiian organizations and museums on matters withinthe scope of the work of the Review Committeeaffecting such tribes or organizations; f. consulting with the Secretary of the Interiorin the development of regulations to carry out NAGPRA;and g. making recommendations regarding future careof repatriated cultural items. 3. Seven members comprise the Review Committee.All members are appointed by the Secretary of theInterior. The Secretary may not appoint Federalofficers or employees to the Review Committee. a. Three members are appointed from nominationsby Indian tribes, Native Hawaiian organizations, andtraditional Native American religious leaders torepresent the interests of Indian tribes, NativeHawaiian organizations, and traditional NativeAmerican religions. At least two of these membersshall be traditional Native American religiousleaders. b. Three members are appointed from nominationssubmitted by national museum organizations andscientific organizations to represent the interests ofsuch organizations. c. One member is appointed from a list of personsproposed by all of the other members to represent theinterests of the general public. 4. Appointment terms: Members are appointed for4-year terms and incumbent members may be reappointedfor 2-year terms. 5. The Review Committee's work is completedduring public meetings. The Review Committee normallymeets face-to-face two times per year, and eachmeeting is normally two or three days. The ReviewCommittee may also hold one or more publicteleconferences of several hours duration. The nextface-to-face Review Committee meeting is tentativelyscheduled in Juneau, AK, on May 30-31, 2005. 6. Compensation: Review Committee members arecompensated for their participation in ReviewCommittee meetings. 7. Reimbursement: Review Committee members arereimbursed for travel expenses incurred in associationwith Review Committee meetings. 8. Additional information regarding the ReviewCommittee, including the Review Committee's charter,meeting protocol, and dispute resolution procedures,is available on the National NAGPRA program Website,www.cr.nps.gov/nagpra (click "Review Committee" in themenu on the right). Definitions of Some Terms Used in this Notice 1. Indian tribe: Any tribe, band, nation, orother organized group or community of Indians,including any Alaska Native village or corporation asdefined in, or established pursuant to, the AlaskaNative Claims Settlement Act, which is recognized aseligible for the special programs and Service'sprovided by the United States to Indians because oftheir status as Indians [43 CFR 10.2 (b)(2)]. 2. Native Hawaiian organization: Any organizationthat: a. serves and represents the interests of NativeHawaiians, b. has as a primary and stated purpose theprovision of Service's to Native Hawaiians, and c. has expertise in Native Hawaiian affairs, and d. must include the Office of Hawaiian Affairsand Hui Malama I Na Kupuna O Hawai'i Nei. [43 CFR 10.2(b)(3)]. 3. Traditional Native American religious leader:A person who is recognized by members of an Indiantribe or Native Hawaiian organization as beingresponsible for performing cultural duties relating tothe ceremonial or religious traditions of that Indiantribe or Native Hawaiian organization, or exercising aleadership role in an Indian tribe or Native Hawaiianorganization based on the tribe's or organization'scultural, ceremonial, or religious practices [43 CFR10.2 (d)(3)]. Dated: December 19, 2006. C. Timothy McKeown, Designated Federal Officer, Native American GravesProtection and Repatriation Review Committee.[FR Doc. E6-1292 Filed 1-31-06; 8:45 am]BILLING CODE 4312-50-SSource: Government Printing OfficeFrom CQ Federal Register Service Providing government documents on demand, in context.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 14 Date: Sat, 18 Feb 2006 11:19:34 -0800 (PST) From: allison hedge coke <emailahc@yahoo.com>Subject: Call for Poets: Poetry by Indigenous Peoples of the Western HemisphereFor Indigenous poets of the Americas and surrounding island nations http://oregonstate.edu/dept/foreign_lang/totopos/description.html Keep scrolling down for instructions in English, Spanish and French. Deadline for submissions is March 1st! Indigenous Americas: Poetry by Indigenous Peoples of the Western HemisphereIn the spirit of sister nations, of brotherly alliance, in inclusiveness, in the shared principles of possibility and of sheltering relations during a time when our peoples to the south are still enduring odious onslaught of genocidal resource wars and to the north facing impending catastrophic change from global warming, in this time of uniting and reuniting, in the memory of the vast trade routes which thoroughly connected the intact Western Hemisphere pre-contact with European peoples, in the realization of roads that trail their existence even today, in the presence of resistance, reclamation, and renaissance, in the stories, the music, ceremonies, songs—language-- Aboriginal North, Central and South American and surrounding island poets are welcome to submit work to be included in this unique tribal representation of poetry of the Western Hemisphere. Inviting submissions of Native Peoples from the Inuit Village of Resolute Bay, Canada, to Mapuche Pueblo in Chile and everywhere in between.Click here for submission instructions.Allison Adelle Hedge Coke, Huron and Cherokee author of Dog Road Woman, Rock, Ghost, Willow Deer; Off-Season City Pipe, and Blood Run, winner of the American Book Award, is the guest editor for this theme. Hedge Coke is a faculty member of the English Department and MFA program in writing at Northern Michigan University. ________________________________________________________________________________________________ AMERICA INDIGENA:POESIA DE AUTORES INDIGENAS DEL HEMISFERIO OCCIDENTALCon espíritu de fraternidad, alianza y acercamiento entre naciones hermanas, compartiendo principios de posibilidad y de unión en estos tiempos en los que nuestra gente, hacia el sur, es aun víctima de la guerra genocida por los recursos, y hacia el norte, se enfrenta a la catástrofe inminente del calentamiento global, en estos tiempos de unión y reencuentro, con la memoria viva de las grandes rutas de intercambio que conectaban el intacto hemisferio occidental precolombino, en la construcción de carreteras que aun hoy recuperan sus huellas, en presencia de la resistencia, la reclamación y el renacimiento, en las historias, la música, las ceremonias y el lenguaje-canción—se invita a poetas indígenas del norte, centro, sur e islas aledañas de América, a que envíen su trabajo y participen en esta representación única de poesía tribual en el hemisferio occidental. Se solicitan contribuciones desde el pueblo Inuit de Resolute Bay, Canadá, hasta el pueblo Mapuche en Chile incluyendo a todos los pueblos que se encuentren en el camino.Haga clic aquí para las instrucciones de envío.Allison Adelle Hedge Coke es una escritora Hurón y Cherokee. Autora de Dog Road Woman, Rock Ghost, Willow Deer, Off-Season City Pipe, y Blood Run, ganadora del premio American Book Award y editora invitada para este volumen. Hedge Coke hace parte del departamento de inglés y del programa de maestría para escritores de Northern Michigan University. ________________________________________________________________________________________________ POÉSIE PAR LES PEOPLES INDIGENESDU MONDE OCCIDENTALDans l’esprit de nations soeurs, d’alliance fraternelle, dans l’inclusivité, dans les principes partagés du possible et d’entraide, pendant une période quand nos frères et soeurs au sud subissent toujours des assauts odieux de guerres génocides et au nord font face au changement imminent catastrophique dû au rechauffement global, dans cette époque d’unité et de retrouvaille, en souvenir des réseaux de commerce qui liaient les peuples des Amériques avant la venue des Européens, dans la construction de chemins qui suivent les anciens sentiers, même de nos jours, dans la la présence de résistence, de renaissance, dans les histoires orales, la musique, les cérémonies, et les langages—poètes des Amériques et les îles avoisinantes, sont encouragés de soumettre leurs oeuvres afin d’être inclus dans ce recueil unique de poésie tribale. Nous solicitons des soumissions des Autochtones allant du Village Inuit de la baie Resolute, au Canada, jusqu’à Mapuche Pueblo, au Chili, et partout entre les deux. Cliquez ici pour les modalités de soumission.Allison Adelle Hedge Coke est auteure huronne et cherokee de Dog Road Woman, Rock, Ghost, Willow Deer; Off-Season City Pipe, et Blood Run. Elle est lauréate du American Book Award et la rédactrice invitée pour ce numéro. Hedge Coke est membre de la faculté du département d’anglais et du programme de création littéraire de Northern Michigan University. Foreign Languages , Oregon State UniversityCorvallis, OR 97331541-737-3935Contact us with your comments, questions and feedbackCopyright © 2006 Oregon State University Disclaimer The HTML graphics in this message have been displayed. [Edit Preferences - What's This?][This message contained attachments]________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 15 Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2006 10:44:19 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: ATTENTION NATIVE MYSPACERS...I think everyone is on myspace and since I love all myNATIVESHARE subscribers, I thought I'd let you know mylittle spot in the myspace universe. As you probablysuspect, I do much more than just moderate thislistserv - I'm also a photgrapher. For the moment,this is where a big CHUNK of my photography lives.Add me as your friend, leave a comment, and VISITOFTEN.http://www.myspace.com/indigenousflygirlA few other DOPE spots you should check out:http://www.myspace.com/cultureshockcamphttp://www.myspace.com/pawneestar________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 16 Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2006 10:36:08 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Faculty Fellowship OpportunityThe Nonprofit Academic Centers Council is nowaccepting applications for the 2006 David Stevensonand William Diaz Faculty Fellowships. Thesefellowships are awarded to faculty members of colorteaching and conducting research in the field ofphilanthropic and nonprofit sector studies. 2006fellowships must be completed between August 1, 2006and July 31, 2007. The application deadline is March31, 2006. Application information is available online throughthe following link: http://www.naccouncil.org/fellowships.asp For additional information, contact the NonprofitAcademic Centers Council at (216) 368-0969 or viae-mail: amcclellan-nacc@cwru.edu.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 17 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 10:52:56 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Research Fellow in Social Justice (MN)A partnership of the National Network of Grantmakersand Wilder Research seeks a Research Fellow in Social Justice - aone-year research training fellowship housed within Wilder Research (St.Paul, Minnesota) with a stipend of $30,000 plus health, dental, and PTO(paid time off) benefits. The fellowship period is June 5, 2006through June 4, 2007. Eligible individuals are American citizens who aremembers of racial or ethnic minority groups (Black/African-American,American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian/Pacific Islander, or Latino/Hispanic)with Master's or higher degree in any field related to social/publicpolicy (ABD or post-doctoral preferred). Applicants should have anunderstanding of and commitment to principles of social justice andprogressive grantmaking, graduate-level training in research and data analysisand be capable with Microsoft Office, SPSS, and database management. Fellowship activities involve hands-on applied research training and activeengagement in research projects. From May through August 2006, theFellow will provide high quality, supervised research assistance toplanners of NNG's annual October conference, and to designers and presentersinvolved in the conference. The focus of the 2006 conference is racial justice inthe criminal justice system. Duties during this period willinclude the development of research summaries and annotated bibliographies basedon extensive literature reviews, which will be published by NNG. There are opportunities for publication credit, based upon theFellow's degree of skill and independent contribution to those documents. Following the October conference, the Fellow will continue working on NNGprojects half-time and on Wilder Research social science research andevaluation projects half-time through June 2006. Please go to http://www.wilder.org/508.0.html tocomplete an "Intent to Apply" form. The deadline for indicating intent toapply is 4 p.m. Central Time on April 3, 2006. Shortly aftercompleting and submitting the form, you will receive application forms andinstructions via e-mail. The application requirements include anofficial transcript from your last academic institution. All applications mustbe complete and received at Wilder Research by 4 p.m. Central Time,April 17, 2006.Alexandra (Sandi) Pierce, Ph.D.Research ScientistWilder Research Center1295 Bandana Boulevard North, Suite 210St. Paul, MN 55108Phone: (651) 647-4621Fax: (651) 647-4623e-mail: arp@wilder.org________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 18 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 11:06:24 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Grants for Skateboard Parkshttp://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org/Tony Hawk FoundationThe principal focus of the Tony Hawk Foundation'sgrants is to encourage and facilitate the design,development, construction and operation of new,quality skateboard parks and facilities located inlow-income communities in the United States. TheFoundation primarily considers skatepark projects thatare designed and built by qualified skateparkcontractors, include local skaters in the designprocess, and are in areas that currently have noskateboarding facilities. Applicants must be nonprofitorganizations, state or local agencies, or publicschool systems/public projects. The next applicationdeadline is March 1, 2006. Visit the website listedabove for application information.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 19 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 10:55:35 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Food Distribution Programs Supportedhttp://164.109.46.215/responsibility/cc_rfp_calendar2006.aspxFood Distribution Programs SupportedKraft Community Nutrition ProgramThe Kraft Community Nutrition Program is an initiativeto increase the collection and distribution ofnon-shelf-stable food, including fresh produce,prepared food, and other perishable food in the U.S.The program encourages food banks, food-rescue, andgleaning organizations to increase their sustainablecapacity to collect and distribute nutritious,non-shelf-stable foods. Kraft invites applicationsfrom nonprofit organizations throughout the U.S. thatcollect and distribute food to a wide range of socialservice agencies. The application deadline is March31, 2006. Visit the website listed above forapplication information.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 20 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 14:09:36 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Native Radio Theater Scholarship Announcement and ApplicationNative Radio Theater Scholarship Announcement andApplicationNative American Public Telecommunications (NAPT),Native Voices at the Autry, and the National Audio Theatre Festivals(NATF) will produce plays for radio theater, featuring originalscripts by Native writers, June 18-24, 2006, in West Plains, MO. Nativeradio theater artists are encouraged to apply.Learn from national leaders in the growing field ofaudio theater at the annual NATF Audio Theatre Workshop in West Plains,Missouri from Sunday, June 18 through 24th, 2006. Beginners toexperts are welcome. The workshop includes Foundation Classes in allaspects of audio theater production including writing, performance,recording, mixing, sound design, directing and much more. Guest directorswill produce new plays from the NRT Script Competition held earlierthis year. Participants end the week with a live performance onFriday, June 23rd and return home the morning of the 24th.Complete Printable Native Radio Theater ScholarshipApplication (pdf) at <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?t=rzmtssbab.0.rmc6vsbab.8fvnpcbab.2740&p=http%3A%2F%2Fnativeradio.org%2Ftheatre%2Fnrt_scholarships.pdf>http://www.nativeradio.org/theatre/nrt_scholarships.pdfDeadline March 1, 2006More information at <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?t=rzmtssbab.0.smc6vsbab.8fvnpcbab.2740&p=http%3A%2F%2Fnativeradio.org%2Ftheatre%2Fscholarship.html>http://www.nativeradio.org/theatre/scholarship.htmlNative American Public Telecommunications is funded inpart by the <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?t=rzmtssbab.0.ist78jbab.8fvnpcbab.2740&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cpb.org>Corporation for Public Broadcasting.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 21 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 11:02:38 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Grants for Science, Math and Technology Educationhttp://www.intel.com/community/grant.htmIntel Corporate Contributions ProgramIntel Corporation is committed to maintaining andenhancing the quality of life in the communities wherethe company has a major presence in Arizona,California, Colorado, Massachusetts, New Jersey, NewMexico, Oregon, Texas, Utah, and Washington. (A listof eligible company communities is available on thewebsite.) Intel's primary giving focus is science,math and technology education, with emphasis on K-12,higher education, and community programs that deliverthe kind of educational opportunities that allstudents will need to prepare themselves to succeed inthe 21st century. Intel will also consider funding forenvironmental programs as well as programs thatimprove the quality of life in its site communities.Applications may be submitted throughout the year.Visit the website listed above for more information.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 22 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 11:08:50 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Community Organizations Fundedhttp://www.gp.com/center/community/index.htmlGeorgia-Pacific Foundation The Georgia-Pacific Foundation supports a wide rangeof organizations that improve the quality of life incommunities where Georgia-Pacific operates, and wherecompany employees live and work. (A map of theGeorgia-Pacific facilities and locations is availableonline at: www.gp.com/facilitydirectory/index.asp.)The Foundation’s areas of interest include: education,community enrichment, and the environment. Grantapplications are accepted between January 1 andOctober 31, annually. Visit the website listed abovefor more information.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 23 Date: Thu, 16 Feb 2006 11:00:05 -0800 (PST) From: Alyssa Macy <nativeshare@yahoo.com>Subject: Funds for Native American/Native Hawaiian Museumshttp://www.imls.gov/applicants/grants/nativeServices.shtmInstitute of Museum and Library ServicesThe Native American/Native Hawaiian Museum Servicesprogram, administered by the Institute of Museum andLibrary Services, enables Native American tribes andorganizations that primarily serve Native Hawaiians tobenefit their communities and audiences throughstrengthened museum services. Grants are intended tosupport activities in museums and museum-relatedorganizations, such as cultural centers. Support isprovided in the areas of programming, professionaldevelopment, and enhancement of museum services.Applications are accepted from federally- recognizedtribes and groups that primarily service NativeHawaiians. The application deadline is April 1, 2006.For more information visit the website listed above.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Message: 24 Date: Tue, 21 Feb 2006 22:43:20 -0600 From: "Nicole Bowman" <nbowman@nbowmanconsulting.com>Subject: Job Position: Membership and Program Coordinator - Native Americans in PhilanthropyPlease share with colleagues. Thank you.Nicky _____ From: Joy A Persall [mailto:jpersall@nativephilanthropy.org] Sent: Tuesday, February 21, 2006 10:17 PMTo: Barbara Poley; Beth Brown; Betty Poitra; brian_gillen@hud.gov; BarbraWiener; Kerry Bird; Debra Bissett; Brenda K. Roame; Francis M Blythe; MariBongiovanni; Jason Booth; D'Arcy Bordeaux; Eve R. Borenstein; Nicole Bowman;Matthew Box; Monica Bryand; Barb; Bob Shepard; Alyssa BurhansSubject: Membership and Program Coordinator - Native Americans inPhilanthropyPlease forward to potential candidates.****************************************************************************Membership and Program Coordinator About Native Americans in Philanthropy:Native Americans in Philanthropy is as a national nonprofit membershiporganization whose mission is to engage Native and non-Native peoples inunderstanding and advancing the role of philanthropy through practices thatsupport Native values for current and future generations. Membership iscomprised of Native and non-Native individuals in philanthropy,organizations committed to increasing resources to Native communities andtribes and nonprofits that seek to be more active in the field ofphilanthropy. Position Summary:The Membership and Program Coordinator is responsible for establishing,implementing, maintaining and evaluating the organization's membershipprograms and growth to contribute to the organization's mission and goals,including:. ** ******Membership Relations Develop, implement and maintain an effectivemembership relations program including recruitment and retention tosignificantly expand membership.** ******Program Services Coordinate the provision of services andresources to mainstream and native philanthropic organizations.** ******Communications Effectively use communication strategies to buildmember relations and enhance program services.Qualifications:* *****Minimum 3 years nonprofit experience and Bachelors degree.* *****Understanding of and commitment to philanthropy* *****Knowledge of, or experience working with tribal communities, itsentities and organizations and/or Native non-profits* *****Demonstrated organizational skills including ability to handlemultiple assignments, establish priorities and procedures, and attention todetail.* *****Strong interpersonal skills.* *****Computer literacy and experience with database management.* *****Strong communications skills (verbal and written).* *****Experience working on special projects.* *****Must be a critical thinking and problem solver.* *****Ability to travel up to 20% time.Compensation: FTE equivalent: $32,500 - $40,000. Health/dependant carecoverage, vacation and retirement benefits. How to Apply: Submit cover letter, completed application, writing sampleand resume to: Joy A. PersallNative Americans in Philanthropy2801 21st Ave. South, Suite 132 DMinneapolis, MN 55407 Application Deadline: All application materials must be received by March9, 2006, 5 pm, 2006 Register now to attend the Native Philanthropy InstituteApril 10 & 11,Mystic Lake, Shakopee Minnesotawww.nativephilanthropy.org -- Joy A PersallExecutive DirectorNative Americans in Philanthropy2801 21st Ave. South, Suite 132DMinneapolis, MN 55407612-724-8798 fax: 612-879-0613
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