The Evaluation and Research Department (ERD) has been working on gamifying the evaluation methods, especially for our NB3FIT youth programs. The ERD joined the NB3FIT Summer Camp to implement the gamified evaluation methods to gather data from the youth. The two methods implemented include, the Rez Dog likert scale and Body Mapping. Both methods included […]
Three NB3FIT Golf Team members recently qualified and played int he the Notah Begay III Junior Golf Regional Tournament at Stanford University Golf Course on June 16-17. Zachary BlueEyes, Tristen Toledo and Skyler Woods all traveled and competed at Stanford, and all though they did not place it was a great opportunity and learning experience […]
Darin Espinoza, 13, Sigcangu Lakota Darin is a determined, independent young man who doesn’t shy away from pursuing what he’s passionate about. Last year, Darin started his own business, Darin’s Delights , selling baked goods and catering events on the Rosebud Reservation in South Dakota. Darin got started selling his treats at the local farmer’s market, the […]
NB3FIT Junior Golf NB3FIT Junior Golf is in week four of programming. The group meets three days a week and focuses on being active while learning the fundamentals of golf. A majority of the 18 youth attendees are first time golfers, and while being introduced to the game is important, the youth are also […]
By: Leroy Silva | Pueblo of Laguna Before I became a dad, in high school I was already making plans on what type of dad I wanted to be. In my 10th grade English class we had to write a letter to our unborn children. I don’t remember the entire letter, but I do recall […]
On Thursday, President Joe Biden signed a bill establishing Juneteenth as a federal holiday, commemorating the end of slavery. Today we celebrate Juneteenth with our Black brothers and sisters. Take some time today to reflect and have respectful conversations and dialogue centered around race and equality. Support Black-owned businesses, listen to Black artists, read books written […]
For Men’s Health Week we are sharing messages to help celebrate and bring awareness to the health of men and boys. In this blog, we are featuring the men that make up the NB3 Foundation. All unique in their own ways, we asked them all a few questions about health and wellness. Enjoy! What motivates you […]
By: Ryan Arkie | Pueblo of Laguna What does it mean to be a Native man? When presented with that question, many characteristics come to mind such as strength, independence, courage, and leadership. The “stoic strong Native man” is what often comes to mind, but why is that? Why have western concepts of what a […]
The NB3 Foundation Community Empowerment Series kicked off in late March and was focused on providing a free space for Native-led organizations, tribes and schools to connect and learn together. The series consisted of four virtual gatherings focused: personal and organizational wellness, a training focused on engaging youth virtually, providing tools and resources and sharing and […]
Continuing their support of NB3 Foundation and Native youth, Raving Consulting Company is currently hosting a guitar auction to benefit our work! A total of 15 autographed guitars by famous musicians are up for auction right now – Loverboy, Sugarland, Styx, Uncle Cracker, Foreigner, Wynonna Judd, and more! All the guitars were graciously donated by casinos across the country! Here […]
