If you're seeking help or resources for First Nations (Native American) communities in Kansas, here are some programs, organizations, and agencies that can assist with health, education, housing, cultural preservation, and more: --- ### **1. Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation** - A federally recognized tribe based in Mayetta, Kansas, providing services for its members, including housing, healthcare, and education. - Website: [Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation](https://www.pbpindiantribe.com) - Phone: **1-785-966-4000** --- ### **2. Kickapoo Tribe in Kansas** - Offers services such as healthcare, education, housing assistance, and tribal programs for members of the Kickapoo Nation. - Website: [Kickapoo Tribe in Kansas](http://www.ktik-nsn.gov) - Phone: **1-785-486-2131** --- ### **3. Sac and Fox Nation of Missouri in Kansas and Nebraska** - Provides support services, including social services, education, and health services for tribal members. - Website: [Sac and Fox Nation](http://www.sacandfoxks.com) - Phone: **1-785-742-7471** --- ### **4. Indian Health Service (IHS)** - IHS provides health services to members of federally recognized tribes. - **Haskell Health Center** (Lawrence, Kansas): - Phone: **1-785-843-3750** - Offers healthcare services for Native Americans in Kansas. - Website: [Indian Health Service](https://www.ihs.gov) --- ### **5. Haskell Indian Nations University** - A federally operated university in Lawrence, Kansas, providing higher education for Native American students. - Website: [Haskell Indian Nations University](https://www.haskell.edu) - Phone: **1-785-749-8404** --- ### **6. Kansas Indigenous Alliance** - Advocates for Native American rights and provides support and resources for Kansas’s Indigenous communities. - Website: [Kansas Indigenous Alliance](https://kansasindigenousalliance.org) --- ### **7. Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)** - Supports tribal self-governance and offers programs related to housing, education, and economic development. - Regional Office: **Southern Plains Regional Office** - Website: [BIA Southern Plains](https://www.bia.gov/regional-offices/southern-plains) - Phone: **1-405-247-6673** --- ### **8. StrongHearts Native Helpline** - Provides confidential support for Native Americans experiencing domestic violence or sexual assault. - Phone: **1-844-7NATIVE** (1-844-762-8483) - Website: [StrongHearts Native Helpline](https://www.strongheartshelpline.org) --- ### **9. Native American Rights Fund (NARF)** - Offers legal support and advocacy for Native American rights, including land claims, voting rights, and tribal sovereignty. - Website: [Native American Rights Fund](https://www.narf.org) - Phone: **1-303-447-8760** --- ### **10. Kansas State Tribal Liaison** - Acts as a bridge between Kansas state government and tribal nations to address issues affecting Native communities. - Contact via the Kansas Department of Administration: [State Tribal Liaison](https://admin.ks.gov) --- ### **11. Cultural and Educational Resources** - **Mid-America All-Indian Museum**: Promotes Native American heritage and provides educational programs. - Website: [Mid-America All-Indian Museum](https://theindiancenter.org) - Phone: **1-316-350-3340** --- ### **12. Financial and Social Support** - **HUD Indian Housing Program**: Offers housing assistance for Native American families in Kansas. - Website: [HUD Indian Housing](https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/public_indian_housing/ih) - **Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF)**: Provides assistance programs for Native families, including food, childcare, and healthcare. --- Would you like help connecting with any of these services or more detailed information about a specific program?