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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. Chairman Monthly Update 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. Official Merchandise Store General Legal Counsel Services RFP June 2026 Tribal Council Calendar June 18 Tribal Council Business Mtg Agenda Lumbee Member Portal Scholarship Application 2026 LTNC Federally Recognized Dists 16 - 6/16 @ 6:30 pm Dist 20: 6/20 @ 3 -6 pm Dists 4 & 5 - 6/22 @ 6 pm Online Update Instructions Lumbee Today Newsletter Learn about June 23 Vote Tribal Gala: 12/12/26 State of the Tribe: June 30 @ 6pm 2026 Fed Rec Events 2025 Accomplishments LIVESTREAM AVAILABLE

Home Improvement Program (HIP) 1/8 Addresses and eliminates sub-standard housing conditions that threaten the health and safety of tribal members. The program provides services to repair (or replace) existing, sub-standard housing for qualified, low-income homeowners. Applications are accepted for home improvement services from applicants who meet the eligibility requirements, which include but are not limited to the following: Applicant must be an enrolled member of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. Applicant must reside in the service area of Cumberland, Hoke, Robeson, and Scotland Counties. Applicant must own or have lifetime rights to the home requiring repairs. Applications for home improvement services are accepted Monday-Friday, from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. The following documents are needed to apply for home improvement services. Applications will not be accepted without all supporting documentation for each household member. Home Improvement Program (HIP) Checklist: 1. Copy of applicant’s current tribal enrollment card 2. Copy of applicant’s picture identification 3. Copy of social security cards for all household members 4. Copy of birth certificates for all household members age 16 or older 5. Proof of income for all household members 6. Proof of disability (if applicable) ** If handicap accessibility is needed, a letter from your doctor will be required. 7. Copy of bank statements for all household members 8. Copy of all deeds to property and/or court-filed lifetime rights and/or mobile home title/bill of sale 9. Copy of Power of Attorney (if applicable) 10. Proof of all assets (title or registration of vehicles, motorcycles, boats, etc.) 11. Criminal record check (will be done in office for anyone age 16 and older) Contact Wayne Chavis Jr. HIP Manager E-mail: wchavis@lumbeetribe.com Marbeth Pevia Assistant HIP Manager Phone: (910) 522-2213 E-mail: mpevia@lumbeetribe.com Heather Strickland Outreach Intake Specialist Phone: (910) 522-2212 E-mail: hstrickland@lumbeetribe.com Lisa Hagins Homeowner Compliance Specialist Phone: (910) 522-5466 E-mail: lhagins@lumbeetribe.com Melinda Brewer Contractor and Payout Specialist Phone: (910) 522-2205 Email: mebrewer@lumbeetribe.com Michelle Gales HIP Compliance Specialist Phone: (910) 522-6519 E-mail: mgales@lumbeetribe.com Ryan Jacobs HIP Inspector Phone: (910) 522-2185 Email: rjacobs@lumbeetribe.com Sam Bird HIP Inspector Phone: (910)-374-8775 Email: sbird@lumbeetribe.com Terry Locklear HIP Inspector Phone: (910) 522-2214 Email: tslocklear@lumbeetribe.com Jimmy Kerns HIP Warranty Specialist Phone: (910) 668-6097 Email: jkerns@lumbeetribe.com Johnny Locklear HIP Cost Analyst

Community Camps Return Community Camps The UNCP Community Engagement Specialist will coordinate Community Camps to engage Lumbee communities directly in efforts to improve American Indian student access to higher education. These camps will be held at tribal community buildings throughout Robeson County. Locations and dates for the first set of community camps are as follows: Pembroke Boys and Girls Club | 120 Youth Drive, Pembroke, NC | Thursday, September 29, 6-8 pm Two Streams Community Building | 16 Rosie’s Drive, Maxton, NC Thursday, October 13, 6-8 pm Southern Spirit Boys & Girls Club | 1872 Back Swamp Road, Lumberton, NC Thursday, November 17, 6-8 pm First Nation Boys & Girls Club | 784 Singletary Church Rd, Lumberton, NC Thursday, December 15, 6-8 pm More camps will be scheduled for 2017. Community Camps will feature guest speakers and talking circles on issues in higher education and career preparedness. A light dinner will be provided. For additional information, contact: Myia Reyes (Lumbee), Community Engagement Specialist, Southeast American Indian Studies Program | Email: myia.reyes@uncp.edu | Phone: 910.775.4663 | Fax: 910.522.5795 | www.uncp.edu/projectaccess 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

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

You are invited to the Lumbee Tribe of N.C. State of the Tribe Address on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 6:00 pm. Lumbee Tribal Chairman John L. Lowery will share information about the tribal budget, Federal Recognition, recent accomplishments and his goals and vision for the coming year for the Lumbee People. The address will be held at the Lumbee Tribe Boys & Girls Club, which is located behind the Lumbee Tribe Housing Complex at 6984 Highway 711, Pembroke. A reception will follow the tribal address. The event will be livestreamed through the Lumbee Tribe Website and Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/@lumbeetribe2174/streams

The Lumbee Tribe Aquatic Center Pool opens for Summer tomorrow, Saturday, June 13, 2026. The summer schedule is —> Tuesday - Friday (12 Noon until 6 pm) —> Saturday (11 am till 6 pm) —> Sunday (2 pm till 6 pm ) Admission Prices $3 - With an Active Tribal Card (Must have card present) $4 - Without a Tribal Card. $2 - entry on Sunday

We look forward to seeing you TONIGHT at the Monday, June 15, 2026, evening Culture class. The class will be at the Pembroke Boys & Girls Club.