named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Corporate Diversity Programs
Workshops for corporations and government agencies on Native American cultures, diversity, and combating stereotypes through dance, storytelling, and lectures.
Educational Workshops
Interactive programs for schools from pre-K to university level covering Native American history, cultural practices, land acknowledgments, and environmental relationships.
Indigenous Heritage Celebrations
Large-scale festivals featuring over 1,000 Native artists, performers, and educators; among the largest in the Northeast.
Online Cultural Classes
Virtual courses on Native dancing, music, arts (beading, weaving), pow wow history, social justice, and cultural sensitivity training.
Social Justice & Activism Programs
Programs addressing MMIW, environmental justice, cultural appropriation, and Indigenous rights from an Indigenous perspective.
Traveling Exhibit
Interactive presentation of Indigenous artifacts and cultural items tailored for all age groups.
activities · 2 groups
What they do
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Indigenous and Diaspora Cultural Preservation 6 activities
- Cultural sensitivity and diversity training for institutionsProvides cultural sensitivity and diversity awareness training to corporations, government agencies, and educational institutions nationwide, addressing stereotypes, misconceptions about Native peoples, the myth of the “American Indian,” and current events affecting Indigenous communities.
- Educational programming on Indigenous arts, culture, and historyCreates and delivers educational programs for audiences from kindergarten through university levels, as well as for corporate and government employees, focusing on Native American history, diverse Indigenous cultures, social justice issues (including MMIW and media misrepresentation), climate change, water rights, and land preservation. Programs are offered in person in the tri-state area and virtually nationwide and globally via webinars, virtual classrooms, and traveling exhibits.
- Indigenous heritage celebrations and public eventsProduces four major Indigenous and Native American heritage celebrations annually in the Northeast, including large-scale festivals featuring over 1,000 Indigenous artists, performers, and educators. Organizes a free 3-day Indigenous Peoples Day event in New York City—first held in 2015—featuring cultural performances, art, and traditional practices to reframe Columbus Day and celebrate Indigenous history.
- Scholarship program for Native American studentsProvides annual scholarship funds to support higher education expenses for Native American students.
- Support for Indigenous artists and economic self-relianceContracts Indigenous artists to deliver educational programs, lectures, and festival performances for external organizations, promoting economic self-reliance within the First Nations artist community.
- Youth and community cultural engagement programsHosts a youth program for Urban Indigenous youth that includes cultural education, dance, music, instrument making, and regalia making, along with library and school-based family programs that use dance, music, and storytelling to teach about Indigenous cultures. Also leads the Corn Sister circle in Mashpee, MA, which teaches women about the Three Sisters Garden and shares ancestral knowledge and seeds.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Virtual workshops and classes in Indigenous arts and traditionsOffers online interactive classes and workshops in Pow Wow history and participation, traditional music (flute, drum, singing), Native arts (basket weaving, beading, finger weaving, jewelry making), and dancing (hoop, chicken, fancy dances) for youth and adults, with supply kits available. Also hosts virtual forums, panels, and symposiums featuring global Indigenous artists and educators.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$167K
Contributions & grants$168K100%
Program service revenue$33K19%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$-33K
expenses
Total expenses$166K
Program expenses95%
Admin / overhead5%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$5K
Cash$5K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$5K
Liquid reserves0.3 mo
7 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue -32.0%
relationships · 10
Who they work with
- Clifton Matias Partner — Activist, cultural teacher, and performing artist who has represented the organization at major Indigenous events and led key cultural initiatives.
- Erica Isennock Partner — World champion Jingle Dress Dancer and educator who presents programs and shares traditions on behalf of the organization internationally.
- IPD NYC Partner — Collaborates on organizing and promoting Indigenous Peoples Day events in New York City.
- Indigenous American artists from the Americas to around the globe Partner — Collaborates with a diverse group of Indigenous artists globally to deliver cultural programs and performances.
- Lauren Peters Partner — Cultural activist and leader of the Corn Sister circle, collaborating with Redhawk Native American Arts Council to teach and preserve ancestral knowledge.
- ORTEC USA Partner — Received educational programming on Indigenous history and experiences from Redhawk Native American Arts Council.
- Spotswood Public School District Partner — Hosted Redhawk performers for school-wide educational programs that engaged students with age-appropriate cultural content.
- corporations Partner — Provides diversity and educational programs to public and private corporations to improve employee understanding of Native American cultures.
- educational institutions Partner — Collaborates with schools and universities to deliver cultural education programs and promote accurate curricula about Native Peoples.
- government agencies Partner — Delivers cultural education and diversity programs to government employees.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Advocacy Through Sacred Site Protection and Symbolic Representationmethodology: sacred-site-protectionBy advocating against harmful symbols (e.g., Native mascots) and for sacred sites (e.g., Mauna Kea), the organization advances Indigenous dignity, because protecting cultural symbols and spiritual places reinforces sovereignty and educates the public on ongoing colonial impacts.
- Cultural Education as a Tool for Stereotype Reduction and Social Changemethodology: cultural-education-advocacyBy delivering culturally grounded educational programming through public events, schools, and digital platforms, the organization challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about Native Peoples, because accurate cultural representation shifts public understanding and fosters respect.
- Fusion of Traditional and Contemporary Expression for Broader Engagementmethodology: contemporary-traditional fusionBy blending traditional dances and stories with modern presentation methods, the organization increases relevance and reach, because contemporary-traditional fusion makes Indigenous culture accessible to global audiences without compromising authenticity.
- Integrated Cultural Preservation and Economic Empowermentmethodology: cultural-economic empowermentBy combining cultural expression with economic support mechanisms, the organization strengthens Indigenous communities, because creating market-access opportunities for Native artists through public presentations and peer-facing venues promotes financial self-reliance while reinforcing cultural pride.
- Intergenerational and Ecological Knowledge Transmissionmethodology: cultural_preservation_through_intergenerational_women_circlesBy using traditional practices such as women's circles and Three Sisters Gardens, the organization preserves cultural knowledge, because intergenerational engagement rooted in ecological traditions ensures continuity of Indigenous worldviews and strengthens community resilience.