Nanticoke Indian Association project to receive $50K
The Carl M. Freeman Foundation has committed to make a $50,000 contribution to the Nanticoke Indian Association. The funds will go toward renovation of the Nanticoke Indian Tribe’s cultural revitalization and community center.
This initiative is part of the Carl M. Freeman Foundation’s ongoing commitment to support Sussex County nonprofit organizations.
“It is important to bring our community together to keep our heritage alive and thriving. We are looking forward to having a space that allows our community to gather and serves as a place where we can expand our community beyond our tribal members,” said Chief Natosha Carmine. “We are grateful to the Carl M. Freeman Foundation for their support in the cultural community center to have space to expand our programs and impact.”
The Nanticoke Indian Museum, once a two-room schoolhouse, sits on John J. Williams Highway near Millsboro. The museum offers an introduction to the history of the Nanticoke Tribe and its unique local traditions. The Nanticoke Indian Center, located near the museum, is a focal point for the tribe. The association is currently raising funds to renovate and improve these facilities.
“The Nanticoke Indians are a critical part of our region’s history, and we are happy to be a part of the Nanticoke Tribe’s increased efforts to strengthen their community and bring more of their culture into the public eye,” said Michelle Freeman, Carl M. Freeman Foundation president and chair.
The Carl M. Freeman Foundation commits its time, talent and treasure to facilitate, support and promote innovative, community-based leadership and giving. Its focus is on communities where the customers, employees and vendors of Carl M. Freeman Companies work, live and play. For more information, go to carlmfreemanfoundation.org.
The Nanticoke Indian Association’s mission is to preserve the existence of the Nanticoke Tribe as the descendants of an aboriginal, indigenous society through conservation, education and cultural awareness programs. To learn more, go to nanticokeindians.org.
