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Thousands Gifted by Prairie Band Tribe
(KNZA)--The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation during a ceremony Thursday morning presented checks totaling just over $81,000 to twenty-eight organizations.
Members from the tribe’s Charitable Contributions Committee and Tribal Council were on hand to deliver the checks.
Royal Valley USD 337 received the largest award of $12,500 to help with various education programs.
The Charitable Contributions Committee is comprised of six tribal members, who along with the Tribal Council select various organizations to receive the quarterly distributions. Areas that are focused on when determining the distribution of funds include groups involved in education, health and community services, environmental protection and preservation, and religious organizations that have an impact on the spiritual wellness and quality of life for all.
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