Tribal Support Services
Services
Elders Services (Ages 65 & Up): Hearing Aids, Glasses, Prescriptions, Dental, Emergency Vouchers (Case-by-Case Basis)
Family Services: Burn-outs, Hotels, Transitional House, Clothes, Food, Additional Services (Case-by-Case Basis)
Substance Abuse Services: Counseling, Peer Support, and Case Management
Peer Support Services
Location
204 West 3rd St.
Pembroke, N.C. 28372
Contact Information
Erica Locklear, Program Director
(910)-522-5055
Heather Carter
Program Coordinator, Lumbee Tribal Support Services
(910)-316-5592
Department of Energy
Mission Statement
The mission of The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina Department of Energy (DOE) is to serve as a service institution for American Indian families in Cumberland, Hoke, Robeson and Scotland counties by addressing household heating and cooling issues through safe, healthy and educational initiatives.
Contact Information
Wilma Dial, Compliance Specialist
Phone: 910.522.2206
Tribal Enrollment
ENROLLMENT AND RECORDS OFFICE
Mission Statement
The mission of the Office of Tribal Enrollment and Records is to uphold tribal sovereignty and execute responsibilities of tribal enrollment as dictated by the Constitution of the Lumbee Tribe. The office seeks to preserve for all time the Lumbee way of life by maintaining vital records provided by and for tribal members. In doing so, the office is in keeping with the tribe’s desire to honor our ancestors and provide for future generations.
The Enrollment and Records office is regulated by CLLO-2010-0121-01 An Act to Provide Tribal Enrollment Ordinance. This ordinance is in accordance with Article II of the Lumbee Constitution.
To qualify for membership with the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina (new or updating), applicants must have biological descent from one or more persons named on the tribe’s base rolls and maintain historical or present day contact.
The rolls will close thirty (30) days prior to any Special or Regular Election (typically held in November) and will remain closed thirty (30) days after or until certification of the election.
Office Hours
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Contact Information
(910) 521.7861
6984 NC 711 West, Pembroke
Youth Services
Mission Statement
The mission of The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina Youth Services is to inspire youth in Indian Country, through cultural enlightenment, to realize their full potential regardless of their circumstances and to become caring, responsible tribal members.
Program Overview
The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina Boys & Girls Clubs are open to all youth between the ages of 6 to 18 for a nominal membership fee for the school year and the summer session. The club hours during the school year is 2pm-6pm and in the are summer 8:30am-5pm.
The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina will strive to:
Promote Unity
Provide a "Positive Place for Youth"
Have an environment where youth are able to celebrate life accomplishments with peers
Teach and promote cultural activities in the communities
Utilize the elders and other role models from the communities to teach the youth life long skills.
Contact Information
Dr. Rose Marie Lowry-Townsend, Youth Services Manager
(910) 775.9071
Onnette Jacobs, Administrative Specialist
(910) 775.9071
Tangelina Jarry,
Assistant Manager
Vocational Rehabilitation
Mission Statement
The mission of The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department is to provide vocational rehabilitation services to any tribal member with a disability living in the service area of Cumberland, Hoke, Robeson and Scotland Counties. The objective of the program is to prepare for, obtain or retain gainful employment. It is our goal to improve the quality of life for tribal members with disabilities.
Program Overview
The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation program provides vocational rehabilitation services to any tribal member with a disability living in the tribal service area of Cumberland, Hoke, Robeson, or Scotland Counties. If you are a tribal member suffering from a physical disability, anxiety, depression, other mental health issues, substance or alcohol abuse, learning disabilities, trouble with hearing and/or vision, or other emotional/behavioral disabilities you may be eligible for services. A tribal member may also qualify if he/she feels the disability affects their ability to attain or maintain employment.
Contact Information
Celeste Hunt
Program Director
(910) 522-4024
Terri Locklear
Rehabilitation Administrative Assistant
(910) 521.4220
Location
6984 NC Hwy. 711 West
P.O. Box 236
Pembroke, NC 28372
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
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.
Contact Information
Agnes Mitchell
(910) 522-2210
HUD-VASH
Janice Locklear
(910) 522.2208
Location
Lumbee Tribe Veterans Service Office
204 West 3rd Street
P.O. Box 2709
Pembroke, N.C. 28372
(910) 522.2210 or (910) 521.7861
Lumbee Tribe Aquatic Center
Location
Lumbee Tribe Cultural Center
824 Terry Sanford Drive
Maxton, NC 28364
Admission (CASH ONLY)
$2 - Anyone with an Active Tribal Card
$3 - Anyone without a Tribal Card
Hours of Operation
Pre-Season
Saturday June 10: (12pm - 7pm)
Sunday June 11: (2pm - 6pm)
Season (June 17 - Until)
Tuesday - Friday: 12 pm - 7pm
Saturday: 12 pm - 7pm
Sunday: 2pm - 6pm
Project Indigechoice
Creating Helpful Options to Integrate Culture and Education Project
IndigeChoice is a five-year United States Department of Education grant, awarded to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina to serve American Indian students. The Accessing Choices in Education (ACE) grant was designed to allow the Lumbee Tribe to set up a variety of education options and services from which parents or students can choose.
The grant will begin providing services and programs October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2025.
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University & College Tours
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College Day Conference
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Counseling
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Summer & Saturday Camps
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Culturally Relevant Tutoring
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Technology Materials
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*Textbooks
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*Educational Kits
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*Transportation
*These services are only for students taking College and Career Promise courses/classes at Robeson Community College.
Contact
Rita Locklear, Program Director
rjlocklear@lumbeetribe.com
(910)-522-2215
Janeva Moore, Parent Liaison
jmoore@lumbeetribe.com
(910)-522-2196
Gwendolyn Chavis, Services Coordinator
glchavis@lumbeetribe.com
(910)-522-2221
Tutors Needed, Apply Here:
Mortgage Pandemic Relief Program (MPRP)
MPRP is available to all tribal member who reside within the Lumbee tribal territory, throughout the United States, territories, and the District of Columbia.
Eligibility
A homeowner, in which one more or individuals:
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Qualifies for unemployment or has experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or experienced a financial hardship after January 21, 2020.
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Demonstrates a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability
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Has a household income at or below 80 percent of the area median.
Financial Assistance Include
Unpaid mortgages, Utilities, internet, homeowner-related insurance, HOA and Condo fees, property taxes, principle mortgage reduction, and mortgage interest rate reduction.
Contact
(910)-775-2543
mortgagelrelief@lumbeetribe.com
*Hand written applications may be delivered to the program office located at 78A/B Three Hunts Dr., Pembroke, NC 28372
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:
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Food Distribution
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Agricultural Education Opportunities
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Financial Training and Resource Networking
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Agri-Tourism
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Forestry and Natural Resources
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Rural Development that strengthens the agricultural economy within our tribal communities
Contact
Millard L. Locklear
ANR Department Manager
910.522.2209
Larry Edwards
Culturally Responsive Environmental Justice Program Coordinator
910.522.5465
Kevin Melvin
Tribal Historic Preservation Officer
910.668.6520
Programs & Services
Housing Department
Mission Statement
This mission of The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina Housing Department is to provide affordable, safe, and sanitary housing options for eligible Lumbee Indian families in the service area of Cumberland, Hoke, Robeson and Scotland Counties.
Contact Information
Bradley Locklear, Director of Housing Services
(910) 522.5161
Anthony Pevia, Director of Housing Development
(910) 522.2211
Nichole Dial, Admin assistant /Student Housing Voucher Program Manager
(910) 522.5161
ndial@lumbeetribe.com
Client Inquiries: rehab@lumbeetribe.com
**Applications must be completed at The Lumbee Tribal Administration Building.
Applications for Housing accepted daily Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.**