Our Mission
United Tribes of North Carolina's mission is to promote educational, economic, religious, charitable, and cultural activities for American Indian people. We are a 501(c) 3 nonprofit corporation to provide greater coordination and unity among American Indian state tribes and organizations of the State of North Carolina.
About United Tribes of North Carolina
United Tribes of North Carolina's mission is to promote educational, economic, religious, charitable, and cultural activities for American Indian people to provide greater coordination and unity among American Indian tribes and organizations of the State of North Carolina.
American Indian Unity Conference
Join us for the annual American Indian Unity Conference hosted by the United Tribes of NC, where we bring Native people together to celebrate our culture and community. This conference features inspiring keynote speakers, informative workshops on vital topics for Native communities, and the recognition of outstanding individuals through community and veterans' awards. Attendees can look forward to a lively Friday night banquet and dance, gospel singing, and a vibrant cultural exchange/powwow celebration. Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and share in the rich heritage of our people!
Governing Body
United Tribes of North Carolina is governed by a 13 member Board of Directors representing the 8 state recognized tribes and 4 urban Indian centers of North Carolina, as well as Legal Aid of North Carolina (Pembroke office). We are an IRS tax exempt agency and all contributions by individuals, corporations and organizations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Objectives
United Tribes of North Carolina's objectives are to:
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Increase awareness of American Indian issues
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Provide a forum to develop strategies to address challenges faced by American Indians in North Carolina
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Celebrate the traditional and contemporary history of American Indians in North Carolina
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Promote resources and opportunities beneficial to our State's American Indian population
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Reclaim our heritage
Activities
United Tribes of North Carolina's activities include the sponsorship of the annual North Carolina Indian Unity Conference and the annual Miss Indian North Carolina Pageant. We provide support as needed to the North Carolina Senior Citizen Coalition, the North Carolina Native American Youth Organization, and the North Carolina Native American Council on Higher Education. UTNC coordinates the production of the annual North Carolina Indian Heritage Month poster, and provides scholarships to outstanding American Indian students.