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Project Create Registration for Services C areer R eadiness and E ducational A dvancement T hrough N ative Y outh E mpowerment Project CREATE is a five-year United States Department of Education grant awarded to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. Project CREATE (Career Readiness and Educational Advancement Through Native Youth Empowerment) aims to improve educational opportunities and long-term academic and career outcomes for American Indian youth by building culturally responsive, community-rooted pathways that begin in early childhood and extend through high school, postsecondary education, and into high-skill careers. The grant will be providing services beginning October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2029. Contact Rita Locklear, Program Director rjlocklear@lumbeetribe.com 910.522.2215 Gwendolyn Chavis, Services Coordinator glchavis@lumbeetribe.com 910.522.2221 Janeva Moore , Program Liaison jmoore@lumbeetribe.com 910.522.2196 Tutoring Project CREATE will provide culturally relevant tutoring to K – 12th Native students in the areas of Math, Reading, or Science. Project CREATE will provide one-on-one tutoring sessions per grant year. According to grant guidelines, parents may choose ONLY one tutoring session per grant year. Please choose the ONE session that you think would best fit the needs of your child. Section: Tutoring (six week sessions) Administered by the Lumbee Tribe of NC Academic Resources and Support Project Create will provide Academic Resources and Support for Native students to help bridge the gap with rising costs associated with academic tests and supplemental materials. The needed academic resources and support will be provided to Native students in the Lumbee Tribal Service Area enrolled in Career and College Promise courses, college courses, or dual enrolled courses. Financial assistance may be provided for the following: Section: College Application SAT/ACT Technology- Hardware/Software Tools Uniforms Other Administered by The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina School-to-Career Pathways (College and Career Preparation through Partnerships) Project CREATE, in partnership with local businesses, tribal enterprises, and workforce agencies, will empower Native youth to prepare for high-skill careers through career and college exploration, day and residential camps, and a tutoring program. Project CREATE will develop partnerships with community businesses to provide internships and job shadowing during the summer to foster career and technical exploration. Section: Internships (1 week) Apprenticeships (1 week) Training Programs (1 week) Administered by The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina Summer Enrichment Camps Project CREATE will provide Native students a summer enrichment camp opportunity. Day and Residential camps will be offered that are culturally related or are supported by evidence that suggests this service has a positive effect on relevant education. These camp experiences will help bridge the education gap, reduce summer learning loss, and provide Native students in the LTSA an opportunity for academic, social, and emotional growth. Section: Day Camps Residential Camps (3 camps) Administered by The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina College Day Project CREATE will host a College Day at the Lumbee Tribe. Workshops will include college admission requirements, financial aid deadlines, scholarship opportunities, degree options, etc. You will also engage with American Indian career professionals to help you navigate your personalized experience. Administered by The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina University or College Tours Project CREATE will plan and coordinate a two-day university/college tour experience to empower Native youth on their academic pathway. This university/college tour event will be specifically designed to reflect the educational, cultural, and social needs of Native students. Tours will be crafted to reflect a Native presence on campus and provide early exposure to college academia and support opportunities. Administered by The University of North Carolina at Pembroke Early Childhood Empowerment School readiness for pre-K-3 grade students will be enhanced annually through culturally grounded programs and family-based learning. Through collaboration with tribal educators and community stakeholders, young Native learners will enter elementary school equipped with the academic and cultural foundation for long-term success. Project CREATE aims to provide school readiness initiatives for PreK–3rd–grade students through family STEM programming and reading readiness activities. Section: PreK-8th grade Family STEM Day (Spring) PreK STEM Summer Camp (4-day camp) PreK Reading Readiness Night Administered by The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina

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

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 November 2025 Tribal Council Calendar Donate Today! Legislation Support Lumbee Today Newsletter Lighting of Turtle 12/8/25 CLOSED 11/27-28/25 24-25 Accomplishments MMIW/P Support

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

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.

The Lumbee Tribe’s Department of Agriculture & Natural Resources continues to advance important work across our communities since its establishment in 2022. The department has: • Established the Culture Center Fall Garden • Implemented Summer Garden Projects at Boys & Girls Club sites • Installed garden beds at the Stedman Housing community • Completed construction of the Agriculture Clean Room • Formed the Siouan Language Committee • Published the Lumbee Farmer Directory • Secured four new grants to support agricultural and cultural initiatives Grants funded include: • Soil & Water Conservation – $206,000: Regenerative agriculture and Lumbee GAP training • NC Nature Conservancy – $214,000: Longleaf pine restoration, youth education, native plants, and equipment • USDA Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure – $503,000: Cold storage, freezers, and food processing • Sovereign Equity Fund – $40,000: Food boxes, supplies, and outreach We remain committed to uplifting Lumbee families through sustainable agriculture, cultural preservation, and community-driven initiatives.