Tag Archives: Southwest
Partner Q&A: Caring for Navajo and Zuni Elders in Gallup, New Mexico
Native American, Elderly, Seniors, Montana, Northern Plains, Emergency Aid, Residential. Shelter
Caring for Native Elders During Summer Fires, Storms, Heat & Outages
…PWNA aids Elders by distributing summer care packages that are often sponsored by individual donors. These emergency care packages… help Elders when the inevitable fire, storm or extreme heat wave strikes.
Preserving and Protecting Mother Earth
Communities around the world have celebrated Earth Day on April 22 for more than 50 years… Truth be told, Indigenous people have celebrated ‘Earth Day’ every day since time immemorial.
Celebrating Thanksgiving through Gratitude and Generosity
When the colonists faced bitter cold, illness and hunger in an unfamiliar land with few resources for survival, the Native Americans gave them life-saving help.
Despite Classroom Uncertainties, School Supplies are Critical
It’s the question on every parent’s mind – when and how is my child going back to school? …And while the immediate plan is unclear, one thing is certain: education for every child is critical.
Assisting Indian Country With Critical Needs During COVID-19
As the world continues to grapple with the reality of the COVID-19 pandemic, communities in Indian Country are working to address their own unique challenges in combatting the coronavirus.
2019 Backpack Drive – Tackling the Social Inequities Faced by Native American Students
As part of our annual Backpack Drive, we hope to equip more than 20,000 Native American students with the school supplies they need to feel confident in the classroom.
Celebrate the Season of Giving
Charities rely on holiday giving, and for donors, the holidays and end-of-year giving is the last chance to donate if you’re planning to claim your charitable deductions on your tax returns.
Spotlight on PWNA’s Phoenix Distribution Center
Local news outlets 3TV AZ Family and ABC 15 recently visited the Phoenix distribution center to learn how PWNA is helping Native American communities.
PWNA receives a Grant from the Walmart Foundation for Nutritional Impact in Native American Communities
“The Walmart Foundation is pleased to support the efforts of PWNA to improve the diets in Native communities and increase the knowledge and availability of healthy foods,” said Carol May, Program Manager for the Walmart Foundation.