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The Lumbee Tribe us dedicated to our culture, traditions and history. We offer many services to our nation. June 23 Amendment Vote: lumbeechoose June 23 Amendment Vote: lumbeechoose.com New Construction June 23 Amendment Vote: lumbeechoose 1/68 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 Official Merchandise Store General Legal Counsel Services RFP Lumbee Member Portal May 2026 Tribal Council Calendar June 2026 Tribal Council Calendar LTNC Federally Recognized Lumbee Today Newsletter Online Update Instructions Tribal Gala: 12/12/26 2025 Accomplishments Dist 9: 5/28 @ 6:30 pm Dists 2 & 15: 6/1 @ 6 pm Dist 19: 6/4 @ 6 pm Dist 13: 6/13 @ 2 pm Learn about June 23 Vote 2026 Fed Rec Events Senior Ms Contestants '26 Dist 20: 6/20 @ 3 -6 pm

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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

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

The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina Student Housing Voucher Program is accepting applications for the Fall Semester. This program will supplement housing costs for income-eligible Lumbee Undergraduate and Graduate College students attending a (4) Four-Year University/College within the State of N.C. Applications will open on July 6, 2026, and remain open through September 4, 2026. For more information and the Student Housing Vouchers Program checklist, visit: https://portal.lumbeetribe.com/portal/

Join us Thursday, June 4, 2026 at the District 19 Community Meeting at 6 pm at the Wagram Community Building located at 2441 Marlboro St. Wagram, NC 28396. The event is hosted by Council Representative Larry Soles. Participants will receive information about Tribal services and community information. Dinner will be served.

Don’t miss your chance to make this summer count with Project CREATE! ☀️ Whether you’re exploring your future career path or preparing for college life, we have exciting opportunities designed to help students grow, learn, and succeed. Project CREATE is now offering a Summer Internship Program that provides rising 10th- and 11th-grade students with hands-on, real-world experience in fields such as finance, construction, marketing/public relations, government, and education. Students will gain professional job-shadowing experience, workplace readiness skills, résumé and interview preparation, and guidance from tribal leaders and elders, all while building confidence for the future. Rising 9th - 12th-grade students can also experience college life firsthand through our University Tours Overnight Experience, July 15 - 16, 2026! Visit the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, and the University of North Carolina at Greensboro while learning about admissions, financial aid, scholarships, and freshman-year college life. These are real experiences, real preparation, and real opportunities for our students to move forward toward success. Spots are limited, so don’t wait! Register today through the Project CREATE portal (https://www.lumbeetribe.com/projectcreate) and see the flyers below for more information.