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Tuesday, January 9, 2024. Our offices will resume normal operations on January 10, 2024. As this storm runs it's course, we encourage you to stay vigilant and to take all of the neccessary precautions to ensure you and your loved ones safety!

Due to the prediction of severe weather, the Inauguration of the Newly Elected Lumbee Tribal Council Members has been rescheduled for Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at the Lumbee Tribe Boys & Girls Club. The Boys & Girls Club is located behind the Lumbee Tribe Housing Complex on 120 Youth Drive in Pembroke, NC. The event will also be live-streamed.

Farmers, Ranchers and or farm families, if you are completing the USDA Discrimination Financial Assistance Program (DFAP) application, you may have additional questions or need additional information with page 21 of the application as it relates to Tribal Enrollment documentation. This page has one section that will need additional documentation from our farmers. In addition to a copy of your current enrollment card, an Enrollment Certificate is now available for individuals currently enrolled and applying. To receive this Enrollment Certificate, The Lumbee Tribal Enrollment Office must have the applicant’s name and birthdate to verify Lumbee Enrollment. Also, if you do not have a picture on your card, it is advised that applicants visit the Tribal enrollment Office for an updated photo for this paperwork. You will receive the certificate to include with the packet to submit to USDA. For more information or assistance contact Jan Lowery, Agriculture and Natural Resources Department, Program Specialist, 910.316.0870. The packet deadline is January 13, 2023

You are invited to the Inauguration of the Newly Elected Lumbee Tribal Council Members on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at the Lumbee Tribe Boys & Girls Club. The Boys & Girls Club is located behind the Lumbee Tribe Housing Complex on 120 Youth Drive in Pembroke, NC. The event will also be live-streamed.

REMINDER: You are invited to the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and dedication of the Southern Spirit Nature Trail on today, December 19, 2023 at 4:30 pm. The ceremony will be held at 1872 Backswamp Road in Lumberton, NC.

For Immediate Release Duke Energy Partners with the Lumbee Tribe of N.C. for Restoration Project at the Lumbee Tribe Cultural Center Pembroke, NC (December 18, 2023) - On Monday, the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina welcomed a new partnership with Duke Energy with the announcement of a $150,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation. The funding will go toward renovations at the Lumbee Tribe Cultural Center. Duke Energy district Manager David McNeill visited the Lumbee Tribe Housing Complex on Monday to meet with Tribal Chairman John L. Lowery, Tribal Administrator Ricky Harris and the grant team who worked on the project. “It is an honor to support the Lumbee Tribe and its Cultural Center in Robeson County,” said David McNeill, district manager, Duke Energy. “This grant will support cultural arts programs and promote community engagement at the center. We are pleased to be a community partner and celebrate the culture, traditions and history of the Lumbee People.” This is the second donation this month to support the Lumbee Tribe Cultural Center. Tribal Chairman Lowery shared that this type of support guarantees the future sustainability of the Cultural Center. “We are thankful for the partnership that we have with Duke Energy and we appreciate the investment they are making into the Lumbee Tribe Culture Center,” said Lowery. Tens of thousands of community members and visitors access the Lumbee Tribe Cultural Center on an annual basis. The 327 - acre Cultural Center property features a playground, the Adolph Dial Amphitheater, the Lumbee Tribe Aquatic Center Pool, the Cultural Center Lake, fishing areas, a tribal community garden and much more for the community. Photo L-R - Grant Writer William Locklear, Lumbee Tribal Chairman John L. Lowery, Duke Energy District Manager David McNeill and Lumbee Tribal Administrator Ricky Harris. #lumbeetribe Duke Energy

You are invited to the Inauguration of the Newly Elected Lumbee Tribal Council Members on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at the Lumbee Tribe Boys & Girls Club. The Boys & Girls Club is located behind the Lumbee Tribe Housing Complex on 120 Youth Drive in Pembroke, NC. The event will also be live-streamed.

Students planning to apply for a Lumbee Tribe Student Housing Voucher for the Spring semester, it is almost time to apply. The application dates are January 3rd - March 1st, 2024 semester. The application will be available online through a Salesforce Customer link. Click here to apply, https://lumbee.my.salesforce.com/ Click here for the instructions on how to begin the application process, https://www.lumbeetribe.com/.../6ca8af...

The Lumbee Tribe Winter Solstice was scheduled to start at 5 pm, but there has been a delay with the delivery of the hams, which is the food item that we are giving away tonight. Distribution will begin approximately around 7. We apologize for this delay. Restrooms are available at the administration building, which is Santa’s workshop in the middle of the Cultural center. Again we apologize for this delay.

You are invited to the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and dedication of the Southern Spirit Nature Trail on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at 4:30 pm. The ceremony will be held at 1872 Backswamp Road in Lumberton, NC.

For Immediate Release Lumbee Guaranty Bank Partners with Lumbee Tribe for Restoration Project at the Lumbee Tribe Cultural Center Pembroke, NC (December 11, 2023) -On Monday, the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina welcomed a new partnership with Lumbee Guaranty Bank with an investment of $100,000 for renovations at the Lumbee Tribe Cultural Center. Lumbee Guaranty Bank Chief Executive Officer Kyle R. Chavis said partnerships between the bank and the tribe are longstanding. “On behalf of our Board of Directors, I want to express our excitement about being a partner with the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina in the revitalization of the amphitheater at the Cultural Center,” said Chavis. “The Center continues to provide a meaningful space in southeastern NC for education and recreation, and our bank is pleased to contribute to the sustainability of this special place.” During a meeting at the bank headquarters in Pembroke, Tribal Chairman John L. Lowery shared with Chavis that he often tells the success story of Lumbee Guaranty Bank as he speaks to groups about the resiliency of Lumbee People. Lowery said there is a true partnership between the tribe and Lumbee Bank and he thanked Chavis for the focus on the Cultural Center because it is a big part of Lumbee People. “To be a place for recreation and cultural purposes, and just being able to come together as families and as a community, your gift to us is going to go far to make sure we have a cultural center that is self-sustainable and will be there for generations to come,” said Lowery. The $100,000 gift will be used for renovations at the Lumbee Tribe Cultural Center. The 327- acre Cultural Center property features a playground, the Adolph Dial Amphitheatre, the Lumbee Tribe Aquatic Center Pool, Stickball Field, new Basketball courts, volleyball courts, a camping area, the Cultural Center Lake, fishing areas, a tribal community garden and much more for the community.

Dear Lumbee People, October was a time of cultural celebration for the Lumbee people. Our Lumbee Dance of the Harvest Moon Powwow welcomed thousands of people from across Indian Country. Head dancers, Billy Hunt and Mahlea Hunt, showcased their talents and truly represented the Lumbee people with dignity and style. I want to thank all the sponsors and volunteers who supported our powwow and made this event a great time for the entire Lumbee Nation. We also held our Annual Fall Festival, Fish Fry, and 5K Fun Run and Walk. It was great to see so many smiling faces as people enjoyed the fish, our artisans, the gospel singing, the Fun Run and much more. I want to thank Fullers BBQ for once again cooking the fish for our event. They always do a fantastic job! I also want to thank our Lumbee Tribal Staff for all their hard work to successfully put together another great tribal event for our citizens. I love to brag on the employees here at the Lumbee Tribe. We call on our employees to not only do their normal day-to-day jobs, but also to do so many other duties, as assigned. Our staff plays a key role to assist with coordinating community meetings, the Lumbee Powwow, Senior Ms. Lumbee Pageant, the Honor Cord ceremony, building and decorating for the Christmas light show, food giveaways and so many other events throughout the year. The staff wears many hats, and they give 100% for our citizens. In October Mr. Stephen Bell was recognized at the National Indian Education Association annual conference with the "Educator of the Year" award. Mr. Bell is the American Indian Education Coordinator for Guilford County Schools and is a proud citizen of the Lumbee Tribe. In his role as AIE Coordinator, Mr. Bell has coordinated over 60 culture classes, led college tours for high school students, provided different training sessions, and served as an overall role model to future Native leaders. Mr. Bell is the son of Dr. Ronny and Mrs. Natalie Bell and the grandson of Mr. Buddy and Mrs. Sarah Bell. Congratulations Stephen! We are proud of the work you are doing each and every day. I love each of you, All John L. Lowery