
Vehicle Needed for Cultural Preservation Efforts
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Help Waciyanpi Support Our Communities: Fund a Vehicle for Outreach and Advocacy
At Waciyanpi, we are dedicated to advocating for Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) and strengthening our communities through cultural preservation, education, and prevention. A reliable vehicle is essential for us to continue our mission effectively.
Our work takes us to rural and urban areas to:
• Assist families impacted by MMIP with advocacy and support.
• Host cultural initiatives like traditional hand games tournaments that promote prevention by bringing tribes together, engaging youth in positive activities, and offering cultural alternatives to drugs, alcohol, and unhealthy lifestyles.
• Collaborate with tribal communities across South Dakota and beyond to build awareness and create a safer future for Indigenous people.
Currently, transportation is one of our biggest challenges. With a dedicated vehicle, we can expand our reach, attend critical meetings, trainings, deliver resources, and ensure that no community is too far to receive the help they need.
We are seeking to raise $32,521.00 to purchase a reliable and fuel-efficient vehicle that will allow us to continue this vital work. Your contribution will directly support:
• Transportation to remote communities.
• Travel to and from hand games tournaments, cultural events, and advocacy meetings and trainings.
• Delivery of cultural and educational materials.
Traditional hand games are more than just a game—they are a powerful prevention tool. By engaging youth and communities in these cultural activities, we foster connection, resilience, and pride in our heritage, helping to break cycles of violence and substance abuse.
Your generosity will help us make a lasting impact on the lives of Indigenous families and communities. Together, we can ensure that our work continues to uplift, protect, and inspire the next generations.
Thank you for standing with us. Any amount helps us move closer to our goal.
Organizer

MMIR MMIW
Organizer
Fort Thompson, SD