~The Gathering Thunder Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization whose purpose is to alleviate poverty and help to preserve Native American Culture & Sacred Traditions, as well as promoting health and wellness of the First People of North America. 100% of donor dollars goes towards doing so.
~Throughout the year, our efforts are focused on helping residents meet basic needs through various programs and annual delivery of goods, as well as support of educational programs promoting language and way of life. One key area is assisting those who would otherwise lose their services due to inability to pay. Lack of heat during winter months is a risk to the lives of many as winter temperatures frequently fall below zero, heat and electricity is critical to survival. With unemployment in some areas such as the Pine Ridge Reservation above 86%, the Gathering Thunder Foundation assists those forced to choose between buying propane and paying electric payments or buying food.
~We are working along side the Lakota people and within the structure of the Tribal Council to secure the Gather our Children Home, an emergency children's shelter and temporary foster home in the Oglala District. After the safe shelter is in place and operational, we will raise funds to build the Rita Little Boy Cultural Center, to be located in the Porcupine District - both projects are located on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, in South Dakota.
~Our goal is helping to enable elders and community leaders to provide education sustaining Lakota language and cultural spirituality as well as reserving a place of shelter for the children.
ALL LIFE IS SACRED
Pilamiya for your support!