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History of the Fund
In the wake of the civil rights and American Indian self-determination movements of the 1960s, tribal leaders realized they would have to take control of the direction of education in order to reverse centuries of misguided and failed federal education policies.
In 1968, the Navajo Nation created a first-of-its-kind educational institution - a college controlled by the tribe, located on the reservation and established specifically to provide higher education to tribal members. With that monumental event, the tribal college movement was born. Since then, the number of tribal colleges and universities has grown to 32, located in 11 states and serving more than 250 American Indian Nations from every geographic region in the United States.
Tribal college presidents recognized the need to establish an organization to raise private-sector funds for the colleges and to compliment the efforts of its sister organization, the American Indian Higher Education Consortium. As a result, the American Indian College Fund was established in 1989. Originally located in New York City, the Fund consolidated its headquarters to one Denver, Colorado office in 2002.
About the American Indian College Fund:
The American Indian College Fund's mission is to raise scholarship funds for American Indian students at qualified tribal colleges and universities and to generate broad awareness of those institutions and the Fund itself.
TCUs (tribal colleges and universities) serve large proportions of older students, women, those with dependent family members, first-generation college students, and many others who previously had little access to post-secondary education in their communities.
For more information about The Fund visit: www.collegefund.org
Tribal colleges receive little or no local or state tax support, so private donations are crucial. As the success of the tribal colleges grows, so does the need for private-sector support.
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2008 - Journeys for the Mind & Spirit
Experience Indian Country through unique tours offered by the American Indian College Fund. Led by experienced American Indian guides, our Journeys for the Mind & Spirit offer participants the opportunity to immerse themselves in Native cultures and stunning natural beauty on tribal college campuses while witnessing the power of our vision to Educate the Mind & Spirit.
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Lucia Novara at 1-800-
776-3863Scholarships
The American Indian College is now accepting scholarship applications for the 2008-2009 academic year! We have a number of scholarships for students attending tribal colleges, mainstream institutions and enrolled in graduate level programs.
To learn more about the Fund's scholarships CLICK HERE.
For Questions Relating to Scholarships feel free to contact
Kellie Jewett or Sarah Hernandez at 1-800-776-3863 (toll-free)
Student Blanket Competition
The Fund is proud to release the winning design of the 2006 student blanket competition entitled Three Corn Maidens. The Three Corn Maidens is the second design in the Fund's series of student-designed blankets, and tells the story of the Pueblo people’s belief that just as the sun gives life to the corn, the Corn Maidens bring the power of life to the people. Proceeds from the sale of the blanket will benefit the Fund's scholarship programs.
To learn more/place orders CLICK HERE
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2007 Tribal Colleges Tours:
Experience the beauty of American Indian culture and education. Participate in rare, intimate tours planned and led by American Indians. Learn about tribal colleges and their impact on the communities they serve. Each tour is a culturally unique experience. Try one or all three!
Southwest Tour - May 6-12, 2007
Enjoy the scenic southwest with visits to Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute, Crownpoint Institute of Technology, Diné College, and attend a graduation ceremony at the Institute of American Indian Arts.
Big Sky Tour - August 14-19, 2007
Aside from visiting the Little Big Horn Battlefield, attending the Crow Fair Pow-wow and Indian Rodeo, we will visit the Little Big Horn College and Chief Dull Knife College campuses.
North Dakota Tour - September 6-9, 2007
Enjoy the culture of the Northern Plains while we visit Sitting Bull College and United Tribes Technical College, where we will attend a pow-wow.
For more information please contact Eileen Egan
1-800-776-3863
Books:
Indian Jewelry Sale:
The Fund offers a range of handcrafted contemporary jewelry as a tangible reminder of the traditions and values the Fund fosters. All proceeds of sales go towards the Fund student scholarships. Many purchase prices are partially tax deductible.
Check out The Fund store to learn more about each artist and browse the other gifts including blankets and clothing: AICF Store . Orders can be placed HERE or by contacting Megan Capps at 1-800-776-3863
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HISTORY OF THE FUND:
In the wake of the civil rights and American Indian self-determination movements of the 1960s, tribal leaders realized they would have to take control of the direction of education in order to reverse centuries of misguided and failed federal education policies.
In 1968, the Navajo Nation created a first-of-its-kind educational institution - a college controlled by the tribe, located on the reservation and established specifically to provide higher education to tribal members. With that monumental event, the tribal college movement was born. Since then, the number of tribal colleges and universities has grown to 32, located in 11 states and serving more than 250 American Indian Nations from every geographic region in the United States.
Tribal college presidents recognized the need to establish an organization to raise private-sector funds for the colleges and to compliment the efforts of its sister organization, the American Indian Higher Education Consortium. As a result, the American Indian College Fund was established in 1989. Originally located in New York City, the Fund's consolidated its headquarters to one Denver, Colorado office in 2002.
DID YOU KNOW?
91% of Fund scholarship recipients are "non-traditional" students - they have dependents, are older than 24, work full-time - or a combination of these characteristics.Between 1997 and 2002 enrollment of American Indian students at tribal colleges grew by 32%, compared to 16 % enrollment growth in higher educational institutions overall.The American Indian College Fund is the largest provider of private scholarships in the United States.56% of tribal college graduates go on to a four-year institution, a far greater number than the transfer rate of community colleges in general.Census data shows 25.7% of all American Indians and Alaska Natives living below the poverty line. In contrast, the national poverty rate was only 12.4%.Tribal college students want to use their education to help others. 73% percent of graduates attend college to make a better life for their families; 64% percent want to use their education to help their people.Most tribal colleges operate on Indian reservations-providing access to higher education for those seeking an educational experience where cultural knowledge is as valued as rigorous academic standards.
Tribal colleges are fully accredited institutions with the same academic standards as all other colleges and universities.
2007 TRIBAL COLLEGE TOURS:
Experience the beauty of American Indian culture and education. Participate in rare, intimate tours planned and led by American Indians. Learn about tribal colleges and their impact on the communities they serve. Each tour is a culturally unique experience. Try one or all three!
Southwest Tour:
May 6-12, 2007 Enjoy the scenic southwest with visits to Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute, Crownpoint Institute of Technology, Diné College, and attend a graduation ceremony at the Institute of American Indian Arts.
Big Sky Tour:
August 14-19, 2007 Aside from visiting the Little Big Horn Battlefield, attending the Crow Fair Pow-wow and Indian Rodeo, we will visit the Little Big Horn College and Chief Dull Knife College campuses.
North Dakota Tour:
September 6-9, 2007 Enjoy the culture of the Northern Plains while we visit Sitting Bull College and United Tribes Technical College, where we will attend a pow-wow.
For more information
CLICK HERE or contact
Eileen Egan at
1-800-776-3863
INDIAN JEWELRY SALE:
The Fund offers a range of handcrafted contemporary jewelry as a tangible reminder of the traditions and values the Fund fosters. All proceeds of sales go towards the Fund student scholarships. Many purchase prices are partially tax deductible.
Check out The Fund store to learn more about each artist and browse the other gifts including blankets and clothing: AICF Store.
To learn more about or place orders CLICK HERE or contact Megan Capps at 1-800-776-3863
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE:
Hau. Mitaky Oyapi,
Hello, All my relatives. This is the Lakota greeting for all people. It is our philosophy that in this world we are all related. The plants, animals, humans and all things share a spirit. It is also our philosophy that in this world we must help each other to survive and grow.
Our donors have demonstrated that they, too, share this philosophy and we are forever grateful for their support. They have helped us make a difference. Still, we need your help.
For the first time in history, our people are experiencing success in higher education in great numbers. A great number of these students attend the nation's 32 tribal colleges and universities. There is no way to describe the transformation that is happening in Indian Country because of the tribal colleges. For the first time for many families, higher education has been embraced and, as a result, has transformed their lives from poverty to hope.
We are at a critical juncture in our efforts to make a difference. Last year's natural disasters have had a ripple effect throughout our communities. Resources that would have ordinarily been available have been redirected and rightfully so.
We do not want to dismiss this tragedy, but we do want to continue to educate the public regarding not only the needs of our tribal colleges and their students, but also of their remarkable successes. Your help is still needed to sustain the progress we have made at our tribal colleges.
Education makes a difference that lasts a lifetime and beyond. We are changing lives every day. One student at a time.
Thank you for your interest in the American Indian College Fund.
In a Good Way,
Richard B. Williams
President, American Indian College Fund
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