The Qutekcak Native Tribe received funds from The CIRI Foundation through a “Journey To What Matters” project grant. The tribe used the funds to ho...
The Qutekcak Native Tribe received funds from The CIRI Foundation through a “Journey To What Matters” project grant. The tribe used the funds to hold weekly traditional art classes attended by tribal and community members of all ages. Students carved war paddles from spruce, made authentic shrimp pots from willow branches, sewed traditional Alaskan kuspuks and made Ulu knives from gathered wood and shale. These classes were taught by Alaska Native Artists and have been a huge asset to the tribe and the community. We owe their success to the generous support of organizations like The CIRI Foundation.
A Journey To What Matters Project Grant- Alaska Native Art Classes at Alaska Native Medical Center, Anchorage. Photo courtesy of TCF.
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A Journey To What Matters Project Grant- Alaska Native Art Classes's story is one of thousands. Every semester, TCF scholarship recipients across Alaska and the Lower 48 are building careers, strengthening communities, and investing in the next generation. The cycle of support continues.
