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Video Tells the Foundation's Story
Submitted on Wed, 04/01/2009 - 06:54
Watch board members and artists discuss the importance of the Native Arts & Cultures Foundation.
This video captures the decisive moment when visionaries from throughout Indian Country gathered to sign the letters of incorporation that officially brought the Native Arts & Cultures Foundation into existence.
“The act of giving was part of the ‘gifting economy’ of the Northwest where one’s wealth was measured by generosity, good work and a good heart. That is the work of philanthropy too: It’s an honor to have plenty and to share. There is no lack when you have this process in place and the most important mindset to have while participating is gratitude, or giving thanks and promising to care for all, no matter what.”
Elizabeth Woody, Navajo/Warm Springs/Wasco/Yakama
K-12 Program Coordinator, Center for Coastal Marine Observation & Prediction
