Redding Rancheria October 2021 Newsletter

October 2021

THINK PINK 2021 REDDING RANCHERIA

We celebrated Think Pink Day on October 21st. We celebrate this day to help create awareness for breast cancer awareness. We work with the Nor-Cal Think pink to help paint the town pink and passed out calendars to all of our employees.

Please remember to get checked! We care and honor those who fought and are fighting the battle with breast cancer!

REDDING RANCHERIA HEAD START LITTLE BIG TIME POW WOW REDDING RANCHERIA

The Redding Rancheria Head Start & Child Care celebrated the annual Little Big Time Pow Wow in October.

Jack Potter Jr. opened our ceremony with a blessing. Art Garcia shared a traditional song which was passed onto him from the late James Hayward Sr. There was music and drummers in the arbor and the children were able to try drumming. Dove Jeude brought a team of dancers in beautiful traditional outfits. Art Garcia and John Tau smoked salmon for everyone. The children and families were able to participate in a number of activities including, Beading, Acorn Gathering and Grinding, Picture Writing, Face Painting, making Dream Catchers, and storytelling with Miss Verenda in the bark house. Louise Davis brought a number of baskets and native artifacts which were on display.

A Pow Wow is a sacred social gathering held by many North American indigenous communities. A modern pow wow is an event for Tribal American people to meet and dance, sing, socialize, and honor their cultures. Thank you to all who participated and helped to make this year’s Pow Wow a great success and join us in celebrating Native traditions with our children Redding Rancheria Head Start and Child Care program.

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TRIBAL COUNCIL SEATING REDDING RANCHERIA

The Redding Rancheria Tribal Government held their Swearing in Ceremony for the 2021-2022 Redding Rancheria Tribal Council. Below is a list of the 2021-2022 Tribal Council: Jack Potter Jr. - Chairperson Michelle Hayward – Vice-Chairperson Patty Spaulding – Secretary Hope Wilkes – Treasurer Jason Hayward Jr. – Council

Tony Hayward Sr. – Council Laine Hayward – Council Jason Hayward Sr. – 1st Alternate Nicole Wilkes – 2nd Alternate Miranda Edwards- 3rd Alternate

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STILLWATER POW WOW 2021 REDDING RANCHERIA

Thank you to all who came to the Redding Rancheria’s Stillwater Pow Wow. It was a huge success and we loved seeing every one of you. There was dancing, vendors, drumming and pageantry. We hope to see you next year!

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WIN-FIT COMPETITION REDDING RANCHERIA

We held the Win-Fit Competition for all entities of the Tribe. This is a friendly competition for our team members to show their skills. If they choose not to compete and walk the interpretive trail they still get prize money. We are grateful for our Wellness Program and congratulate all of those who participated.

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WELLNESS CONFERENCE REDDING RANCHERIA

The 2021 Wellness Conference for the Redding Rancheria was held on October 20 and 21. Wellness is a huge part of our culture! There were cultural activities, haircuts, manicures, pedicures, massages, workouts, and much more.

We started it all off with Morris Morrison, a motivational speaker, who helped start the day with inspiration and lots of laughter. It was another chance for our team to do all of the activities that were offered. We appreciate you!

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HAPPY HALLOWEEN! REDDING R ANCHERIA

We had a Happy Halloween! Our group dresses up for our annual Halloween Contest.

The winners of the contest are: 1st place-Chelsea Santos 2nd place-Victoria Gemmill 3rd place-Isabelle Anzo 4th place-Lane Rickard 5th place- the Central Valley Healthcare

3rd place Isabelle Anzo

1st place Chelsea Santos

4th place Lane Rickard

2nd place Victoria Gemmill

5th place the Central Valley Healthcare

We had a Happy Halloween! We love when our kids from the Redding Rancheria Head Start and Child Care come to trick or treat.

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HEAD START PUMPKIN PATCH FALL FUN REDDING RANCHERIA

The pumpkin patch is always one of our favorite fall activities here at the Redding Rancheria Head Start & Child Care.

The children ran through the hay bale maze, met all the animals in the petting zoo, played on the playground and took a ride around the farm on the train. Nash Pumpkin Ranch is a great place for families to enjoy the fall weather and the beautiful countryside. We saw pumpkins in every shape, size and color. All of the children loved hunting for the perfect pumpkin to take home. Happy fall ya’ll!

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NATIONAL CONGRESS OF AMERICAN INDIANS REDDING RANCHERIA

On October 14th at 9:30 a.m., Jack Potter Jr. was sworn in as the Pacific Regional Vice-President for the National Congress of American Indians. “It is an honor as the Redding Rancheria Chairman, to serve in such a prestigious national seat. It is an honor for me to hold this seat with other Tribal Nations from across Indian Country. I will represent my tribe, the Redding Rancheria, and all of the other tribes in California. Thank you.”

REDDING RANCHERIA COMMUNITY FUND REDDING RANCHERIA

10/27/21 NEWS RELEASE: North State Nonprofits Gifted $122,207 in Redding Rancheria Community Fund Grants Shared from Community Foundation of the North State The Redding Rancheria Community Fund of the Community Foundation of the North State, is pleased to announce fall grant awards totaling 122,207 to organizations in Shasta and Trinity counties. The Community Foundation received over 68 applications for the fund, which has a special focus on serving indigenous, youth and/or rural populations The Rancheria Community Fund historically has also supported a diverse array of causes including fire protection and public safety, outdoor recreation and education, arts programming, and care of elders.

Tracy Edwards, Chief Executive Officer at the Redding Rancheria says, “We are proud to play our part in the community. Knowing how much need exists in our region, decision making continues to be difficult. We are dedicated to supporting worthy causes and know there will be additional opportunities in the future, starting with our next grant cycle in the Spring.“ The Redding Rancheria continues to be a generous supporter of nonprofits vital to the wellbeing of our community and we are grateful for their commitment to our region,” says Kerry Caranci, Chief Executive Officer at Community Foundation of the North State.

The Redding Rancheria Community Fund - established in 2001 to support worthy causes in Shasta and Trinity counties is one of the longest standing funds at the Community Foundation. Since the fund’s inception, over $3.7 million in grants have been awarded. For a detailed list of 2021 awards from Redding Rancheria Community Fund, visit the website at https://cfnorthstate.org/.../reddingrancheria-community.../ 11

Redding Rancheria Community Fund Fall 2021 Community Grants Organization Name

Amount Funded

Anderson Area Assoc. of Senior Citizen Org.

$5,000

Anderson Historical Society

$1,400

Ascend Wilderness Experience

$1,500

Axiom Repertory Theatre

$7,300

Burney Fire District

$5,200

Civil Air Patrol; Shasta Composite Squadron 126

$2,441

Coffee Creek VFD

$3,084

Cottonwood Fire Protection District Eagles Soar Youth Activity Center

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$1,600 $3,600

Exodus Farms Ministry

$4,600

Fall River Jr/Sr High School

$3,500

Girls Inc. of Northern Sacramento Valley

$3,500

Golden Age Center

$1,800

Hope, Healing, Restoration and New Beginnings

$2,000

Indian Cultural Organization

$6,809

KIXE

$5,496

Lassen Park Foundation

$5,000

Lewiston Sparkies

$2,500

Local Indians For Education, Inc

$4,499

Purpose Construct a new wood fence around garden at Frontier Senior Center Purchase blackboards, display cabinets, and books to facilitate field trips Purchase backpacks for youth stewardship trips Construct a scenae franz - 2-story reversible set and seating for theater (lumber) Purchase two Automatic Electronic Defibrillators (AEDs) Assist with cost for roof repairs at Squadron building Purchase Bendix radio for emergency/wildfire response Replace outdated tools and equipment used in emergency response Educational materials and camp sponsorships for at-risk youth Purchase water tanks and horse equipment for riding sessions Industry/college trips for students using the new student center Expand Media Literacy program for girls to analyze, create & influence social media messaging Purchase new computer to support thrift store & senior nutrition operations Support hay barn renovations for equine-assisted therapy programs for veterans Purchase 5 sets of PPE for tribal firefighting team members Replace components of HVAC units to prevent overheating of broadcasting equipment Support of Youth Camping Program for youth from Shasta/Trinity counties for 2022 season Purchase new LED lights for Old Lewiston Bridge holiday lighting Purchase equipment for the archery program

Organization Name

Amount

Purpose

Make-A-Wish NE & Central California and N. Nevada

$3,000

Support "Rapid Response" (rush) wishes for critically ill kids in Shasta County

Manton Education Council

$1,700

Purchase food for after-school enrichment program

Mercy Foundation North

$1,500

One SAFE Place

$3,500

Pathways to Hope for Children

$5,300

Pennies On Purpose

$1,500

Providence International Enterprises Roughout Ranch Foundation Inc.

$1,350 $750

Sacramento River Watershed Program

$7,500

Shasta County Sheriff

$4,752

Shingletown Medical Center

$3,500

Simpson University

$2,500

Spay & Neuter Intermountain Pets & Pet Placement (SNIPPP)

$1,000

The Jefferson Pipe Band, Inc.

$1,981

The Trade School at Shasta Builders' Exchange The Watershed Research and Training Center Trinity County Resource Conservation District

$3,500 $2,000 $1,345

Purchase gas cards for volunteer Meals on Wheels drivers serving rural Shasta Co. Sponsorship of 10 campers to Camp HOPE America summer 2022 Purchase computers and printer for Job Training Center at Family Resource Center Sponsor license fee for "Lemonade Day" youth entrepreneurial program Construct demonstration beehive at Riverland Park Supply equipment for orienteering program for special-needs youth Support youth in Juvenile Rehabilitation to gain work experience in Oliview Community Building Farm Project Supply 9 nomex fire-safety pants and shirts (PPE) for sworn officers Purchase four outdoor security cameras to complete coverage around clinic Sponsor summer activities for "Gear Up" program Provide free or low-cost spay & neuter vouchers for cats & dogs in Shasta County Renovate trailer interior to transport instruments & equipment Purchase tool cage or practice structures cage to expand craft and journeyman training programs Support 2022 Indian Valley Summer Camp for Trinity Co. youth Purchase shade canopies to support events & camps at Young Family Ranch

Trinity Trail Alliance

$2,500

Purchase a bike repair station at Trinity Bike Park

Turtle Bay Exploration Park

$2,000

Sponsor "Turtle Bay For All" access program for low-income families

Grand Total = $122,207

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EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH We would like to congratulate our own Karel Couch, Surveillance Manager, for being the Employee of the Month for October! Karel Couch received this award for the following reasons:

Karel Couch

October 2021

Since COVID came about he has embraced change by contact tracing every possible employee and patron and continues to do

so without question. He manages to multi-task by working together with others and uses his time to train new employees efficiently and run the Surveillance department He has a great sense of humor, and is always doing what’s right.

Congratulations Karel Couch!!!

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