Gov. Anoatubby 2005 Juvenile Diabetes Honoree
 Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby was honored for his leadership in fighting diabetes during the recent Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Promise Gala 2005 “Tour for the Cure.” |
Indian Cultural Center land blessed in official ceremony
 Every child who has been blessed to enjoy a long walk across the unpaved Oklahoma land has wondered, “Who has walked here before?” |
Facts about the upcoming Indian Cultural Center
Grassroots efforts to create a space dedicated to American Indian culture began more than 30 years ago. |
Tribal sovereignty a historic, non-negotiable element
 U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (R-Okla.), a Chickasaw who represents Oklahoma’s Fourth Congressional District, was a featured speaker at the recent National Congress of American Indians national convention in Tulsa. |
Woods to represent Oklahoma on White House Aging Council
 Pat Woods, administrator of the Chickasaw Nation Division of Program Operations, will be one of the representatives from Oklahoma at the 2005 White House Conference on Aging. |
Noted author outlines ways to talk to your strong-willed child
 Noted speaker and author of several books, Cynthia Tobias, M. Ed. spoke in Ada and Ardmore recently about “Smart Ways to Talk to Your Teenage (and Strong-willed) Child.” |
Tribal businesses start up new fiscal year with good results
FINANCIAL REPORT
The tribal government caption includes the tribe’s general fund and the tribe’s BIA trust funds. |
Healthy Holiday Cooking classes offer tasty alternatives
 The Chickasaw Nation Food and Nutrition Services recently offered Healthy Holiday Cooking classes to teach a few tasty but healthy alternatives to some of the holiday’s traditional dishes. |
Peer counselor knows firsthand the benefits of breastfeeding
 Krista Mee began working as a breastfeeding peer counselor with the Chickasaw Nation Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program June 1, 2005. |
Lighthorse chief
at Kiwanis
 Tribal Lighthorse Police Chief Jason O’Neal was recently invited to speak at the Kiwanis Club Meeting in Ada, Oklahoma. |
Boiling Springs Church marker dedicated
 A marker was recently dedicated at the site of Boiling Springs United Methodist Church, which was a site of great significance in the formation of the Chickasaw Nation. |
Venture capital is ‘patient money,’ but there is no free lunch
 Venture capital is oftentimes a very important component of financing for business entrepreneurs to either start or to expand their business. |
Day of Philanthropy focuses on nurturing a strong foundation
 The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Day of Philanthropy and Awards Luncheon were October 11, 2005 at the Meinder’s School of Business on the campus of Oklahoma City University. |
Friends of the Foundation
 The Chickasaw Foundation hosted its 4th annual Friends of the Foundation reception on November 10, 2005 at the First Baptist Church, Education Building. |
Ada Boys & Girls Club offers great variety of activities for local youth
The Chickasaw Foundation would like to ask the contributors who donate to the Foundation to notify them of any address changes due to the new 911 laws. |
Upward Bound students benefit from ZOO FUNd
 The Chickasaw Foundation Upward Bound students enjoyed a trip to the Oklahoma City Zoo on Saturday, October 15. |
Brantley named new Foundation board member
 Mr. Wesley D. Brantley, Jr. is the newest Board member for the Chickasaw Foundation Board of Trustees. |
Burk named academic advisor for Foundation Talent Search program
 Ms. Kacie Burk is the new academic advisor for the Chickasaw Foundation Educational Talent Search program. |
Fall named Foundation Scholarship Recipient
 Congratulations to Ms. Tara Fall who was recently selected as the 2005-2006 recipient of the Frederick L. Hill – The Hill Group Scholarship from the Chickasaw Foundation. |
Indian Ambassadors Program seeks emerging Indian leaders
Young Indian adults who seek to learn about tribal leadership, and contribute to future tribal vision and involvement, are encouraged to apply for the American Indian Ambassadors Program. |
Holiday fire safety practices important for entire family
The holidays are a great time of year for parties, decorations, cozy nights by the fireplace and celebrations but, according to the National Fire Protection Association, holiday celebrations may put your home at risk for fire. |
EQIP funds available for conservation work
The Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) provides a voluntary conservation program for farmers and ranchers that promotes agricultural production and environmental quality. |
Scholarships available to Indian students choosing natural resourses college study
Indian students with an interest in the study of natural resources are encouraged to apply for special scholarship awards from a Northwestern council. |
Ag students sought for Noble scholarships
Students can now apply for the Sam Noble Scholarship in Agriculture and Technology. |
October 2005 Students of the Month
Students of the Month have been selected for October 2005 in all four districts of the Chickasaw Nation. |
