January 2007 Native Village Opportunities

“Words are the most powerful shaping tool. Writing, speech, and language don’t just communicate fact--they CREATE fact.”
David Treuer, Ojibwe

January 15, 2007 Issue 174

NativeBiz Learning Center Enrollment is free to any tribal community seeking to educate their members no matter where they are in the world. www.learn.nativebiz.com	The World Monuments Watch Program 2008 Deadline: January 15, 2007 Seeking nominations to preserve and protect cultural heritage sites around the world through advocacy, financial support and technical assistance. www.wmf.org	Together We Paint Deadline: ASAP Fall, 2007 Arizona Nominate a needy elder, school, or educational center for free exterior painting and repairs. http://www.togetherwepaint.org/
ABORGINAL PARENTING January 16-Feb 20, 2007 Regina, SK To help First Nation parents explore the values and attitudes expressed in traditional Indian child-rearing practices and then to apply those values to modern skills in parenting. Brenda Dubois: 766-6780	Applications for 2007 Rural People, Deadline: January 22, 2007 A multi-year national initiative designed to improves the lives of rural people. http://www.wkkf.org/	Eva Tulene Watt/First People's Scholarship Indigenous North Americans/American Indians Deadline: Jan 20. 2007 April 20-22 Fullerton, California. To provide assistance to help indigenous oral history practitioners attend and participate in the annual SOHA conference. Contact: Sherna Berger Gluck: sbgluck@csulb.edu
Addressing Native Peoples’ Needs from the Grassroots Deadline: January 26, 2007 Supports grassroots partnerships in Native Communities. www.seva.org/communitygrants.php	OXFAM INTERNATIONAL YOUTH PARTNERSHIPS Deadline: January 31, 2007 For youth ages 18-25 who are working with their community to create a positive future. http://ga1.org/ct/37wg-s91zaaz/	THE CAPITAL ONE YOUTH SERVICE FUND: Deadline: January 26, 2007 Supports service youth-led projects in low/moderate income communities. http://ga1.org/ct/6pwg-s91zaaK/
Coming Up Taller Awards Deadline: January 31, 2007. Recognizes and rewards excellence in after-school and out-of-school arts and humanities programs for underserved children and youth. http://www.cominguptaller.org/	Blazin Blazers Hoop Tournament February 16-18, 2007 Deadline: January 31, 2007 Warm Springs, Oregon Teams are for 3rd grade & under, 4th & 5th grade and 6th & 7th grade http://www.cybertrails.com/	Morris K. Udall Scholarship May 27 – August 5, 2007 Deadline: January 31, 2007 For NA/AI students interested in learning more about the federal legislative policies and procedures. http://www.udall.gov
College Horizons June 16-20, 2007: Harvard University,Cambridge, MA June 23-27, 2007 Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA Deadlines: February 1, 2007, March 1, 2007, May 1, 2007 Expert college counselors teamed up with admission officers to help you select colleges suitable for you. http://www.collegehorizons.org	Multicultural Summer Internships Deadline: February 1, 2007 Los Angeles, CA area Offers funding to Los Angeles-area museums and visual arts organizations to accept interns of Native American/Pacific Island heritage. http://getty.edu/foundation/	Graduate Horizons July 14-17, 2007, Deadlines: February 1, 2007, March 1, 2007, May 1, 2007 University of Washington Seattle, WA A four-day “crash course” for Native college students, master’s students or alumni to help prepare them for graduate school. Contact: Christine Suina: CollegeHorizons@aol.com
PeyBack Foundation: Accepting Grant Applications for Programs Deadline: February 1, 2007 Assists programs that provide leadership and growth opportunities for children at risk. http://www.peytonmanning.com/	Tiger Woods Foundation February 1, 2007. Provides educational opportunities, including mentoring and tutoring programs, to underserved youth, ages 5-17. http://www.tigerwoodsfoundation.org/	Pre-Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship in American Indian Studies Deadline: February 1, 2007 Michigan State University http://www.aisp.msu.edu
WATERSHED STEWARDSHIP PROJECTS Deadline: February 2, 2007. Funds distinctive programs in support of environmental sustainability, protection, education, and conservation. http://dnr.metrokc.gov/wlr/PI/Fundsrcs.htm	Native American Public Service Fellowship Deadlines: February 2, 2007 (two-year degree programs) April 6, 2007 (Mid-Career MPA) Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass Supports promising leaders committed to matters of concern to Native American tribes, including (but not limited to) tribal self-governance and policy. http://www.ksg.harvard.edu	2007 SANTA FE INDIAN MARKET Applications Deadline: February 2, 2007 Native American artists encouraged to apply. www.swaia.org
The Souper Bowl of Caring February 4, 2007 A youth-led, grassroots movement to fight hunger and poverty in their communities by collecting donations in soup pots. http://www.souperbowl.org/	Grant Competition to Prevent High-Risk Drinking or Violent Behavior Among College Students Deadline: February 5, 2007. Awards to help campus- and community-based strategies to prevent high-risk drinking or violent behavior among college students. http://www.ed.gov/	6th Annual Oregon Students of Color Coalition Conference 2007 February 2-4, 2007 Western Oregon University, Monmouth, Oregon http://www.orstudents.org/
Relatives as Parents Program Deadline: February 8, 2007 Funds to create or expand services for grandparents and other relatives who have taken on the responsibility of surrogate parenting. http://www.brookdalefoundation.org/	Preservation Grants Deadline: February 9, 2007 For laboratory work to preserve culturally and historically significant film materials. http://www.filmpreservation.org/	Stewarding Sacred Lands Conference February 8-9 El Cajon, California. To promote community understanding and cooperation in regard to Native American sacred sites, areas, and culturally sensitive species. Contact Kurt Russo 1-800-670-6252 frkvalues@aol.com
Native American Runners in the USA Cross Country Championships February 10, 2007 USA Cross Country Championships, Boulder, Colorado Seeking out the most accomplished and promising runners, ages 14-19 to run in the Sr.. men and jr. woman six person all-American Indian teams. www.wingsofamerica.org	2007 Preserve America Grants Deadline: February 14, 2007 Supports preservation efforts through heritage tourism, education and historic preservation planning. http://www.cr.nps.gov/	Grants for Middle School Explorers Deadline: February 12, 2007 Challenges middle school students to explore opportunities for positive change in their communities. http://www.christophercolumbusawards.com
Women of Color Caucus Student Essay Award February 15, 2007 Submit a scholarly essay about issues/experiences of Native American women and girls. http://www.nwsa.org/	Promoting the Academic Success of Boys of Color Deadline: February 15, 2007 Grants to school districts to promote the academic success of boys of color between the ages of three and eight. Contact Crystal Smith at smith@mail.fpg.unc.edu	Undergraduate Research Program ch Experiences (NAPIRE) Program June 4 to July 30, 2007 Deadline: February 15, 2007 For Native Americans and Pacific Islanders to research tropical biology, meet with indigenous communities, and do research projects. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NativeShare/
Lowe’s Toolbox for Education Grants Deadline: February 15, 2006 Provides grants for K-12 school projects that encourage parent involvement and build stronger community spirit. http://www.toolboxforeducation.com/	Summer Journalism Program Summer, 2007 Deadline: February 15, 2007 Princeton, NJ Princeton University, For h.s. juniors or seniors interested in a journalism career. www.princeton.edu/~sjp	2007 ECO Conservation Summer Internships Summer, 2007 Deadline: February 15, 2006 Become a summer Intern with the USDA Forest Service (FS) or the US Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS). www.eco.org/ccdpapp
GoGirlGo! Ambassador Team Awards Deadline: February 16, 2007 Awards $50,000 in grants to high school teams across the U.S. that inspire other girls to get involved in sports and physical activity. http://www.kintera.org/	AT-RISK YOUTH NATIONAL FORUM: February 18-21, 2007 Myrtle Beach, SC This Forum is titled: "Tools, Techniques, and Strategies That Encourage Students to Graduate" http://ga1.org/ct/K7wg-s91rjw0/	Growing Your Community Food System from the Ground Up February 16-18, 2007 Location: Milwaukee, WI Develop skills and learn to plan, develop, operate, and sustain community food projects. http://www.growingpower.org
Honoring Spiderwoman Theater February 19-21, 2007 Miami University, Oxford, Ohio A diversity of presentations that explore the nature, the audiences, and the uses of Native American/Indigenous/First Nation theater and performance. http://www.nah.uiuc.edu/	28th Annual UNC-CH School of Public Minority Health Conference February 23, 2007 University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC http://www.minority.unc.edu/	Charles Morrissey Oral History Workshop February 23, 2007 San Francisco, California A unique oral history training opportunity for beginners and experienced practitioners alike. http://www.h-net.org/
National Urban Fellows program Class of 2008 Deadline: February 23, 2007 Baruch College, New York Combines academic and field experience and offers the opportunity to earn a graduate degree. http://www.nuf.org	Potomac Native American Flute Festival February 23-25, 2007 Rockville, MD. www.potomacflutecircle.net	OHSU Multicultural Health, Science and Engineering Career Conference February 23, 2007 Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, Oregon. For college students and those in the health care and science profession. Celeste Ward: wardc@ohsu.edu
Four Directions Summer Research Program June 17-August 10, 2007 Application Deadline: February 26, 2007 Harvard University, MA Harvard University introduces talented young students to the world of medicine and helps them take the next step in their careers. http://www.fdsrp.org/	First Alaskans Institute 2007 Summer Internship Deadline: February 28, 2007 Program Dates: June 4 – August 10, 2007 Places Alaska Native/American Indian students into organizations around Alaska to provide real-world leadership development experiences.. www.firstalaskans.org	Camp Sheila Wellstone for Indian Country February 27-28, 2007 Minnesota Training on the grassroots skills for running for office or raising politicians' awareness about the high rates of violence and assault against Native women. https://www.thedatabank.com/
The Nickelodeon Writing Fellowship October 2007 Deadline: February 28, 2007 Writing fellowships in live action and animated television for culturally and ethnically diverse, new writers. www.nickwriting.com	8th National Conference on Fatherhood and Families February 28-March 2, 2007 Phoenix, Arizona This year's theme is: Building Community Bridges to Empower Fathers and Families. http://ent.groundspring.org/	LaGrant Foundation Grants Deadline: February 28, 2007 For minority students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in advertising, marketing or public relations. http://www.lagrantfoundation.org
Sun Devil Promise Arizona State University Recruiting, enrolling, educating and advancing Arizonians from low-income families. http://www.asu.edu/enroll/promise/	Teens for Planet Earth Leadership Institute March 1-3, 2007 New York City Help your local environment and the Earth, and inspire others to take action, too. http://ga1.org/ct/	National Native American Law Students Association Writing Competition Deadline: March 1, 2007 Entries must address topics related to Federal Indian Law. http://www.studentgroups.ucla.edu/
3rd International Globalization, Diversity, and Education Conference March 1-3, 2007 Spokane, Washington http://www.emmps.wsu.edu/globalization/	Plant Genome Research Summer Internship 2007 June-August 2007 Deadline: March 1, 2007 Cornell University Interns will be mentored by graduate students or post-doctoral associate on a project related to plant genomics. http://bti.cornell.edu/pgrp	The Phillips Fund for Native American Research Deadline: March 1, 2007 Provides grants for research in Native American linguistics, ethno-history, and the history of studies of Native Americans in the continental U.S. and Canada. http://www.amphilsoc.org/
Scientific Leadership Scholars Program March 2, 2007 Native American students and students that are the first generation toattend the university will be priority applicants. http://www.humboldt,edu	The N.E.W. Leadership Institute May 18-22, 2007 Deadline: March 9, 2007 University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Educates, inspires, and empowers undergraduate women with an interest in leadership, politics, and public service. http://www.ou.edu/	White House Internship Program SUMMER 2007 Deadline: March 6, 2007 In addition to typical office duties, interns attend weekly lectures, tours, and complete an intern service project. http://www.whitehouse.gov/
22nd Annual Empowering Women of Color Conference March 3, 2007 UC Berkeley, California Explore the themes of health and wellness as they pertain to women of color and our communities. http://ewocc.berkeley.edu/home.php	Georgia Chapter of the National Association for Multicultural Education Meeting March 8-9, 2007 Georgia State University, Atlanta	Five-Star Restoration Grants to Support Wetland and Coastal Projects Deadline: March 9, 2007 Supports community-based wetland, riparian, and coastal habitat restoration projects. http://www.nfwf.org/
We the People Deadline: March 15, 2007 Designed to enhance the teaching, study, and understanding of American history and culture. http://www.neh.gov/	Education Encounter March 2-4, 2007 Humboldt State University, Arcata CA http://www.humboldt.edu/~diconf/	4th Annual Scholarship of Diversity Conference March 15, 2007 Blacksburg, Virginia Showcases diversity as a critical and valued area of scholarship and research. http://www.cpe.vt.edu/sdc/
NATIVE AMERICAN LITERATURE SYMPOSIUM March 8-10, 2007 Soaring Eagle Casino &Resort, Saginaw MI Participate in all aspects of Native American studies. http://www.mnsu.edu/nativelit/	4th Annual Scholarship of Diversity Conference March 15-16, 2007 Blacksburg,Virginia Showcases diversity as a critical and valued area of scholarship and research. http://www.cpe.vt.edu/sdc/	Native American Student Art Competition Deadline: March 14, 2007. This year's theme is "Education: A Gift Beyond Boundaries." www.indianeducation.org/sac
Growing Your Community Food System from the Ground Up Dates: March 16-18, 2007 Location: Milwaukee, WI Develop skills and learn to plan, develop, operate, and sustain community food projects. http://www.growingpower.org/	Promoting and Achieving Intercultural Learning In North American Urban Classrooms March 17, 2007 D’Youville College,Buffalo, New York Shares ideas, projects, research and instructional strategies that surround the topic of promoting intercultural learning in urban settings. Contact Frank Brathwaite at: brathwai@dyc.edu	17th Annual Casper Youth Basketball Tournament March 17-18, 2007 Casper, Wyoming For grades 4-9 Email: jfuller@cityofcasperwy.com
Edna McConnell Clark Youth Development Fund Strengthens youth-serving organizations to help young people from low-income backgrounds make a successful transition to independent adulthood. www.emcf.org	TRAVELING PATHS OF SOCIAL JUSTICE IN GLOBAL EDUCATION March 17, 2007 Sonoma State University, California Examines and share ideas, projects, and strategies that challenge inequities and work towards social justice in education. http://www.invisibleidentities.org//	William Randolph Hearst Endowed Fellowship for Minority Introduces a diverse group of students to issues relating to philanthropy, volunteerism, and nonprofit organizations. http://www.nonprofitresearch.org
Rosies For All Kids Foundation Provides financial support to non-profit programs serving economically disadvantaged and at-risk children and their families. www.forallkids.org	US Cellular - Disadvantaged Youth and Family Grants Supports organizations that serve disadvantaged youth and families. www.uscc.com	The Oprah Winfrey Foundation Supports grant projects that generate support for impoverished, at-risk or underserved communities as well as educational projects www.oprahsangelnetwork.org
Oxfan International Youth For Australian Aboriginals, join 300 other young people from around the world Indigenous and non-Indigenous who are creating changes in their community http://www.oxfam.org.au	Publishing Funds for Indigenous Language Materials Trafford Publishing will underwrite approximately $1,600,000 in publishing costs for primers for school children, dictionaries and local stories in indigenous languages http://www.trafford.com/	American University Washington Internships Apply now for the exciting WINS Intern program in the fall, spring, or summer! http://www.american.edu/
ONLINE SURVEY: Native Health Take a brief 5-10 minute survey (only 28 questions) about the current state of healthcare in Native America. http://www.surveymonkey.com/	Directors Training Program, Directors Guild Producer Training Plan Sherman Oaks, CA Provides equal access to men and women of diverse backgrounds to participate in an industry sponsored program that trains people to become Second Assistant Directors in the motion picture and television industry. http://www.trainingplan.org	University of North Dakota Seeking qualified applicants wishing to conduct graduate level studies in the field of Metis identity. http://www.und.edu/dept