Our cultural values emphasize respect, humility, and the legacy of our past leaders. We prioritize supporting communities within the Inland Empire and Indian Country, guided by the Spirit of Yawa'—acting on one's beliefs. Our commitment extends to fulfilling our legacy, being a positive social force, honoring spiritual, cultural, and tribal traditions, supporting sustainable environmental practices, and advocating for resilient, healthy communities. We aim to focus our resources on services, programs, and initiatives with significant cultural and social impact.
The grant program focuses on several key areas, aiming to inspire future generations through education, empower lives, reinforce healthy and resilient communities, and preserve cultural traditions and empower Indian Country. Specific initiatives include supporting STEM programming in K-12 schools, after-school programs, scholarship and college access programs, college and career readiness, community-based arts and music programming, basic needs for underserved communities, homelessness prevention and housing programs, organizational capacity building for nonprofits, quality of life improvements for seniors, transitional housing projects, civil legal aid, career pathway programs through workforce development and training, direct healthcare services, mental and behavioral health services, support for domestic violence victims, foster youth and abused children support, programs promoting physical activity and nutrition, disaster response and relief, public safety programs, veterans and active-duty military support, conservation efforts, and cultural preservation for Tribal communities.