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The Lumbee Tribe us dedicated to our culture, traditions and history. We offer many services to our nation. Lumbee Council and visiting leaders at Lumbee Powwow Sept 2025 Grand Entry Powwow 2025 New Construction Lumbee Council and visiting leaders at Lumbee Powwow Sept 2025 1/57 Welcome to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina Culture. Tradition. History. Welcome to the Lumbee Tribe of N.C. We are the People of the Dark Water. Our Lumbee Tribal Territory is located in Southeastern North Carolina in Robeson, Hoke, Cumberland, and Scotland Counties. The Lumbee People are known for their entrepreneurial spirit and their focus on education. We welcome you to visit our homeland. Lumbee Tribal Citizens, we hope you register through the Lumbee Member Portal, if you have not done so already, to stay engaged, connected, as well as apply and/or check the status of services available to you. Our tribal website list information and staff details for available services for your families which include, but are not limited to Tribal Support Services, Emergency Rental Assistance, Housing services for families and college students, Enrollment assistance, Energy assistance, Transitional Housing Services, Youth Services, Vocational Rehabilitation Services, Veteran Services, Youth Services through Project Create and much more. If you have questions, please reach out to our staff. We are here to help. Also, our Lumbee Tribal Enrollment Office is now open late on Monday afternoons to better assist you. The main number for the Lumbee Housing Complex is 910.521.7861. As always, I am thankful for this opportunity to serve as your chairman. Chairman Monthly Update Lumbee Member Portal RFQ: Legal Services Official Merchandise Store December 2025 Tribal Council Calendar Donate Today! Legislation Support Lumbee Today Newsletter Lighting of Turtle 12/8/25 24-25 Accomplishments MMIW/P Support

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Acerca de Agriculture & Natural Resources Department Mission Statement The mission of The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina’s Agriculture and Natural Resources Department is to steward Lumbee lands and waters by honoring our ancestors and their traditions, strengthening our existing farm community by advocating for Lumbee agricultural opportunities and promoting tribal food sovereignty. Program Overview/Goals Short-term and long-term goals for the department include the following: Food Distribution Agricultural Education Opportunities Financial Training and Resource Networking Agri-Tourism Forestry and Natural Resources Rural Development that strengthens the agricultural economy within our tribal communities Current Focus Areas/ Services Facilitate advocacy, networking, business assistance, educational opportunities, and training for our Native producers. Survey our Native producers located throughout tribal territory to fully understand our current resources and needs within our tribal food system. Strengthen existing efforts to defend and protect our land, air, water, and other natural resources from pollution, climate change, and unsustainable development. Serve as a resource for Native producers. Contact Larry Edwards Interim Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources Manager ledwards@lumbeetribe.co m 910.522.2209 Harlen Chavis Culture Historic Preservation Officer hchavis@lumbeetribe.com 910.775.2329 Pat Dial Food Ways & Agriculture Coordinator pdial@lumbeetribe.com 910.384.7660 Location Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina’s Agriculture and Natural Resources Department 171 Comtech Drive Suite B Pembroke, N.C. 28372 910.522.5465 or (910) 521.7861 We have created a survey that will help us learn who our farmers and producers are and how we can best serve you. If you are interested, you can also be listed in a future Lumbee Producers Directory, to help promote your business. Please complete the Lumbee Ag Producer Survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/lumbeeagproducersurvey

Location: 6984 NC Hwy 711 West Pembroke, NC 28372 Pembroke Boys and Girls Club behind Turtle Building DISCLAIMER: Please e-mail cultureclass@lumbeetribe.com if you need to cancel your scheduled session. For more information, please dial 910-522-5474

Landowners, please join us for an interactive session on December 4, 2025, from 4:00–6:00 PM at the Soaring Eagle Tribal Building, located at 422 Norment Rd. in Lumberton, NC. This meeting is designed to support landowners in strengthening stewardship and long-term care of their lands. Connect one-on-one with experts offering tools, resources, and technical guidance to promote sustainable and productive land management. Topics Include: • Conservation Easements • Regenerative Agriculture • Land Restoration & Forest Stewardship • Food Safety & GAP Certification Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../landowner-meet-greet ...

Last week, Tribal Chairman John L. Lowery, Speaker Alex Baker, and other members of the Tribal Council and Supreme Court attended the 82nd National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) in Seattle, Washington. This annual gathering of Tribal Leaders enabled the Lumbee delegation to participate in discussions on health care, education, economic development, and tourism. The delegation also met with other tribal leaders from the Southeast and helped elect an Area Vice President and an alternate.

The Lumbee Tribe Health & Human Services Department invites community members to join a supportive and empowering Talking Circle focused on raising awareness and promoting healing around sexual assault. The event will be held on Monday, December 1 at 11:00 AM at the Pembroke Boys & Girls Club, located at 120 Youth Drive in Pembroke, NC. This safe and confidential space is limited to eight participants to ensure a meaningful and personal experience, and each participant will receive a gift card. If you’re interested or would like more information, please call (910) 785-2165. This event is proudly sponsored by Enlightened Native Daughters – Sexual Assault.