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Contact Agnes Mitchell Administrative Assistant 910-522-2210 amitchell@lumbeetribe.com Location Lumbee Tribe Veterans Service Office 68 E Three Hunts Drive Pembroke, N.C. 28372 (910) 522.2210 or (910) 521.7861 *We will maintain the highest ethical and moral standards by providing a service through which our society can express its gratitude to the men and women who continue to pay the price of our nation’s freedom. **HUD-VASH Inquiries, please contact Janice Locklear at (910).522.5161 or jllocklear@lumbeetribe.com . Veteran Services Mission Statement The mission of the Lumbee Tribe Veterans Service Office is to provide safe, sanitary and decent housing to enrolled members of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. Program Overview A variety of important benefits and services are available to veterans and their families from the Department of Veterans Affairs and other agencies. The Service Officer can assist individuals in applying for: VA Home loans Down-Payment Assistance VA health care benefits Service-connected disabilities Vocational rehabilitation and employment Pensions Certificate for home loans Burial and memorial benefits Dependents and survivor benefits and healthcare Appeals of VA claims decisions Order military records and medals

PROJECT 3C A partnership between the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, University of North Carolina at Pembroke, Public Schools of Robeson County, and Robeson Community College. Project 3C is a $3.6 million dollar United States Department of Education, Native Youth Community Program (NYCP) four-year grant awarded to the Lumbee Tribe to provide American Indian students with experiences and skills necessary to Develop their self – efficacy Increase congruence between their interests and career choices Broaden their college and career opportunities in STEM Families and tribal communities will also be empowered to provide a supportive and informed environment that promotes student choice, success, and career exploration. Transportation to College and Career Class The grant will assist with transportation cost for Native American students to attend College and Career Classes, if necessary, to Robeson Community College. The Public Schools of Robeson County coordinates this process. College and Career Class Textbooks The grant will assist with textbook cost for Native American students to participate in College and Career Readyclasses if necessary with Robeson Community College. The Public Schools of Robeson County coordinates this process. Summer Camp Application link: https://forms.office.com/r/JQhzDhiQvJ Teacher Recommendation link: https://forms.office.com/r/S7zqx1ZKt5 Indian Education Recommendation link: https://forms.office.com/r/TBXXgXUva3 Public Schools of Robeson County: Contact Information Gwen Chavis, Project 3C Director (910)522-2221 glchavis@lumbeetribe.com Public Schools of Robeson County Career and College Promise (CCP) Books Transportation University of North Carolina at Pembroke Club iSTEM Girls in STEM Camp Family STEM Nights STEM Job Training Summer Program Robeson Community College Fall STEM Day Spring Science Festival Summer STEM Enrichment Camps Career and College Promise (CCP)

Project ACCESS A chieving C ollege O pportunities, C ommunity E ngagement and S tudent S uccess ~ A partnership between the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, Robeson Community College, and the Public Schools of Robeson County ~ Project ACCESS (Achieving College Opportunities, Community Engagement, and Student Success) is an initiative funded by the U.S. Department of Indian Education’s Office of Indian Education. Project ACCESS is a partnership between the Lumbee Tribe, the Public Schools of Robeson County (PSRC), Robeson Community College (RCC) and The University of North Carolina at Pembroke has been awarded a $2.4 million, four-year grant to improve access to higher education and career preparedness for American Indian youth of Robeson County. The initiative will engage Native youth, their families, and their tribal communities to be active participants in the process. Project ACCESS will be hosting 5 free residential camps on UNC Pembroke's campus for American Indian high school students. Students will have the opportunity to experience college life and learn more about the college application process, financial aid, participate in cultural activities and a wide variety of other activities aimed at improving college and career preparedness. Dates are as follows: June 11 – 14, July 9 – 12, July 16 – 19, July 23 – 26, and July 30 – August 2. Applications will be made available beginning March 7, 2017 online @uncp.edu/projectaccess Paper applications will also be available for pickup with PSRC Youth Development Specialists. For more information contact: Myia Reyes, UNCP Community Engagement Specialist, 910.775.4663 or myia.reyes@uncp.edu Click on each link below to learn more about each Project ACCESS component. Updated applications will be posted as soon as possible. UNCP Saturday Day Camps College and Career Promise Program UNCP Summer Residential Camps Academic Tutoring Program RCC Summer Camps Community Camps For more information, please contact Project ACCESS personnel at the following numbers: UNCP Community Engagement Specialist: 910.775.4663 RCC Career and College Promise Coaches: 910.272.3380 or 3319 PSRC Indian Education Resource Center: 910.521.2054 Project ACCESS Director: Rita J. Locklear Lumbee Tribe of NC 6984 NC Hwy 711 Pembroke, NC 28372 910-522-2215

LUMBEE FAQ's < < back What does the term "federally recognized" mean? Only tribes who maintain a legal relationship with the U.S. government through binding treaties, acts of Congress, executive orders, etc., are officially "recognized" by the federal government. Once "recognized" a tribe has a legal relationship with the United States. There are currently more than 440 federally recognized tribes in the United States, including some 200 village groups in Alaska. No treaty exists between the Lumbee and the United States. Typically, treaties were entered into when a tribe posed a threat to the United States, or when a tribe possessed minerals and gold desired by the United States. Because Lumbee lived at peace with its non-Indian neighbors and did not possess any valuable minerals or gold, the United States had little reason to treaty with the Lumbee. However, the United States Congress did enact a law in 1956 which recognized the Lumbee, while withholding all privileges and benefits normally associated with recognition. What does "tribal sovereignty" mean and why is it important to American Indians? Tribal sovereignty describes the right of federally recognized tribes to govern themselves and the existence of a government-to-government relationship with the United States. Thus, a tribe is not a ward of the government, but an independent nation with the right to form its own government, adjudicate legal cases within its borders, levy taxes within its borders, establish its membership, and decide its own future fate. The federal government has a trust responsibility to protect tribal lands, assets, resources, and treaty rights. For purposes of Lumbee, however, the State of North Carolina will continue civil and criminal jurisdiction over Lumbee. And, while the Tribe is governed by a Tribal constitution, the Lumbee constitution court may only hear internal matters that arise from interpretation of the Lumbee Tribal Constitution. Do Indians pay taxes? All Indians are subject to federal income taxes. As sovereign entities, tribal governments have the power to levy taxes on reservation lands. Some tribes do and some do not. As a result, Indians and non-Indians may or may not pay sales taxes on goods and services purchased on the reservation, depending on the Tribe. However, whenever a member of an Indian tribe conducts business off the reservation, that person, like everyone else, pays both state and local taxes. State income tax is not paid on reservation or trust land. For purposes of Lumbee, Robeson County is deemed the equivalent of a "reservation" solely for the purpose of qualifying Lumbee people for Indian Health Services. Robesonians will continue to own and dispose of their land in the same manner as they presently own and dispose of land, including the payment of all property taxes. Do American Indians receive any special rights or benefits from the U.S. Government? Contrary to popular belief, Indians do not receive payments from the federal government simply because they have Indian blood. Funds distributed to a person of Indian descent may represent mineral lease income on property that is held in trust by the United States or compensation for lands taken in connection with governmental projects. Some Indian tribes receive benefits from the federal government in fulfillment of treaty obligations or for the extraction of tribal natural resources - a percentage of which may be distributed as per capita among the tribe's membership. For purposes of Lumbee, the Lumbee will be eligible for certain federal programs (e.g. Indian health care, BIA scholarships) that they do not qualify for now because of the lack of federal recognition. Can a group be recognized as "Indian" if they have lost their language? Absolutely. In fact, there are a number of tribes who have sustained language loss, and there are even greater numbers of Indian people who no longer speak their native language. Why are the Lumbee circumventing the administrative process of the Bureau of Indian affairs and seeking full deferral acknowledgement directly from Congress? The Lumbee Act of 1956 recognizes the Lumbee as Indian, but does not grant to them the services that other tribes receive because of their status as Indian. Among the BIA criteria, however, is that the petitioning group cannot be "subject to congressional legislation terminating or forbidding the Federal relationship". Because the 1956 Act, in effect, forbids the federal relationship, it precludes the Lumbee Tribe from utilizing the BIA administrative process to obtain federal recognition. To correct this problem, however, government officials have proposed to allow the Lumbee to participate in a dual process. That is, pass a congressional amendment to the language in the 1956 Act that would allow the Tribe to still participate in the BIA administrative process. However, if passed, this dual process would be contrary to the treatment of other similarly situated tribes. For example, the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo of Texas and the Pascua Yaqui Tribe of Arizona were subject to very similar legislation to the 1956 Act. Yet, they were accorded full federal recognition by special congressional legislation without having to participate in the BIA administrative process. If the Lumbee are required to go through the congressional legislative process and the BIA administrative process, it will be the only tribe in history singled out in this way. Therefore, to be consistent and fair, the Lumbee must be granted the full benefits of federal recognition through special congressional legislation. Is the Lumbee Tribe pursuing federal recognition for the sole purpose of gaming? The Lumbee Tribe has been pursuing federal recognition since 1888. In that petition, the Lumbee requested educational assistance from the federal government but was denied. Since that time, the Lumbee have petitioned the federal government several times regarding issues of education and federal recognition. From 1910 to 1924, at least five separate bills were introduced in Congress seeking federal recognition of the Tribe. The Tribe attempted recognition again in 1932 and 1933 when similar bills were submitted to Congress for consideration. It is clear from the history of the Lumbee Tribe and their relations with Congress that they seek the simple acknowledgement of their tribal existence, and the right to self-governance to protect and preserve the Lumbee way of life. In addition, the Lumbee Constitution required that any ordinance passed by the Tribal Council authorizing gaming must be certified for referendum by the membership of the Lumbee Tribe. Therefore, the Lumbee Tribal Council itself cannot impose gaming. The history of the Lumbee pursuit of federal recognition, as well as the language in their Constitution, clearly suggests that gaming is the least of all motives for the Tribe's pursuit of federal recognition. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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Lumbee Auction RFP's Lumbee News Events & Activities Youtube Channel Stay in Touch! The Lumbee Tribe of N.C. has posted a 2017 Ford Escape on govdeals.com for auction. The Lumbee Tribe of N.C. has posted a 2017 Ford Escape on govdeals.com for auction. The Lumbee Tribe of N.C. has posted a 1992 GMC Vandura Bus on govdeals.com for auction. The Lumbee Tribe of N.C. has posted a 2007 Ford Freestar on govdeals.com for auction. The Lumbee Tribe posted a 2003 Chevy Van on govdeals.com for auction! Auction Surplus Items--Lumbee Tribal Members May Bid Now Featured Posts Mark your calendar as you are invited to the Inauguration of the Newly Elected Lumbee Tribal Council on Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6 pm at the Lumbee Tribe Boys & Girls Club in Pembroke, NC. You are invited to (2) two Insurance Fair Information Sessions--August 4 & 11 from 3 pm- 7 pm SINGLE PRIME SOLICITATION FOR LICENSE GENERAL CONTRACTORS Lot 30, 57-Resilience Lane, Rowland, NC 28383 RFP Lot 3, 38-Resilience Lane Rowland, NC 28383 RFP Lot 2, 22-Resilience Lane, Rowland NC 28383 28 Oakwood Heights Drive Lumberton NC, 28358 RFP Cheraw Acres RFP Rowland Community Solicitation Bid BRAVE Research Study--Participants Needed! Recent Posts Lumbee Tribal Enrollment will open for Phase 1 UPDATES from January 20 - 30, 2026, for Tribal Citizens ages 55 and older, as well as Out-of-Territory Citizens. The Lumbee Tribe of NC Housing Complex and all tribal offices will be CLOSED on Monday, January 19, 2026 for Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. Our offices will REOPEN January 20 at 8 a.m. Tribal Chairman John Lowery Weekly Video Update Jan. 16, 2026 Archive January 2026 (10) 10 posts December 2025 (22) 22 posts November 2025 (23) 23 posts October 2025 (29) 29 posts September 2025 (22) 22 posts August 2025 (9) 9 posts July 2025 (23) 23 posts June 2025 (19) 19 posts May 2025 (28) 28 posts April 2025 (33) 33 posts March 2025 (22) 22 posts February 2025 (20) 20 posts

Lumbee News RFP's Events & Activities YouTube Channel Recent Posts Does your child need additional help in reading or math? The Lumbee Tribe of N.C. Housing Complex and all Tribal Offices will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024 for the Labor Day Holiday. Our offices will reopen on regular schedule on Tues, 9/3/24 Empowering One Another: Join us for a talking circle on September 16, 2024 at 6 pm @ Lumbee Lodge Thank you to everyone that attended the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina’s District 4 Community Meeting hosted by Councilman Jody Bullard at the Burnt Swamp Fire Department. Archive September 2024 (1) 1 post August 2024 (19) 19 posts July 2024 (31) 31 posts June 2024 (32) 32 posts May 2024 (31) 31 posts April 2024 (25) 25 posts March 2024 (41) 41 posts February 2024 (19) 19 posts January 2024 (23) 23 posts December 2023 (18) 18 posts November 2023 (35) 35 posts October 2023 (38) 38 posts Search By Tags RFP News rfp Tribal Council Community Youth Services Events & Activities Elder Services powwow Housing Educational News Lumbee Auction veterans youth hfu Does your child need additional help in reading or math? Does your child need additional help in reading or math? The Project IndigeCHOICE Tutoring Program provides FREE tutoring for Native... The Lumbee Tribe of N.C. Housing Complex and all Tribal Offices will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024 for the Labor Day Holiday. Our offices will reopen on regular schedule on Tues, 9/3/24 The Lumbee Tribe of N.C. Housing Complex and all Tribal Offices will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024 for the Labor Day Holiday.... Empowering One Another: Join us for a talking circle on September 16, 2024 at 6 pm @ Lumbee Lodge We strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment where Indigenous women can connect, share experiences, and access resources... Thank you to everyone that attended the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina’s District 4 Community Meeting hosted by Councilman Jody Bullard at the Burnt Swamp Fire Department. Thank you to everyone that attended the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina’s District 4 Community Meeting hosted by Councilman Jody Bullard... Job opportunity - Lumbee Holdings Chief Executive Officer and President position Job opportunity - Lumbee Holdings Chief Executive Officer and President position. You are invited to the District 9 & 10 Community Meeting on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 6:00 pm at the Four Winds Community Building You are invited to the District 9 & 10 Community Meeting on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 6:00 pm at the Four Winds Community Building... RESTRICTED SOLICITATION: CONSTRUCTION OF ONE (1) SINGLE FAMILY HOME 898 JI ROAD RESTRICTED SOLICITATION:CONSTRUCTION OF ONE (1) SINGLE FAMILY HOME 303 GANDER DRIVE RESTRICTED SOLICITATION: FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF ONE (1) SINGLE FAMILY HOME 37 CARRINE DRIVE Press Release: The Lumbee Tribe of N.C. Health and Human Services Department Receives First National Institutes of Health Award to Research Substance Misuse and Pain Press Release The Lumbee Tribe of N.C. Health and Human Services Department Receives First National Institutes of Health Award to... 1 2 3 4 5

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