February 2026 Submitted by Melissa Schindler, Deputy Director, Human Services Division See below:
February 13 2026 Issue
2nd Annual Ohi:yo’ Art Market
Attention ALL Indigenous Artists 2nd Annual Ohi:yo’ Art Market The Onöhsagwë:de’ Cultural Center is putting a call out to all Indigenous artists to apply for our 2nd Annual Ohi:yo’ Art Market. Submissions will be accepted until March 1st, 2026 at 11:59pm EST. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted. The art market will […]
Discover Law Program For Undergraduates at University at Buffalo Are Now Open!
Discover Law is a great program – it’s an immersive four-week program held on UB’s North Campus in June, for undergraduates from underrepresented and/or under-resourced backgrounds who are interested in pursuing a career in law. The program is at no cost to participants and the students live on campus while they participate in the program. […]
New Zamboni Delivered to Cattaraugus Community Center
Repost from CCC FB Nya:wëh to SNI Executives and Tribal Council on the allocation to move forward. It’s been over a year in production but will be well worth the investment. Big Nya:wëh to Brandon Seneca, Grant Stevens and ERW Enterprises with helping with the unload.
Do You Need a Smoke Alarm/Carbon Monoxide Detector?
Seneca Nation Emergency Management Is pleased to announce its participation in the Johns Hopkins Smoke Alarm Project The Smoke Alarm Project is a FEMA sponsored initiative led by the Johns Hopkins Center for Injury Research and Policy, in collaboration with Johns Hopkins Center for Indigenous Health and local tribal health organizations. The project works alongside tribal communities in order […]
The Long Hope Nominee for Best Documentary
The 30th RNCI Red Nation International Film Festival & RNCI Red Nation Awards continues to shine a powerful spotlight on this year’s filmmakers, nominees, and award winners. The RNCI showcased dozens of original Indigenous films from November 10 – December 31, 2025. The Long Hope was shown on November 15, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA. […]
Noah Coughlan Welcomed to Cattaraugus Territory During Historic Cross-Country Run
We were honored to welcome Noah Coughlan to the Seneca Nation Cattaraugus Territory on Wednesday afternoon as part of his historic and courageous final Run across the United States — a 260-day journey rooted in the spirit, strength, and stories of community. Noah was escorted onto the Territory by Erie County Sheriff Deputy Brad Mohawk […]
2026 Summer Internship Program
Seneca Holdings: Build Your Future While Honoring Your Roots As winter settles in and the new year approaches, college students across the country begin planning for summer—often with internships in mind. But for Native students, the right opportunity can mean more than a line on a resume. It can be a chance to gain real-world […]
Native Americans in Philanthropy Announces Third Cohort of Native Youth Grantmakers
Native Americans in Philanthropy (NAP) is honored to welcome the third cohort of Native Youth Grantmakers—ten exceptional young leaders from across Turtle Island who carry with them the wisdom of their communities, the determination of emerging changemakers, and the generosity that has long defined Indigenous approaches to giving. This new group of youth leaders, ages […]
Need Help with The Heat This Winter Season?
Check your eligibility for a range of benefits and apply for HEAP at mybenefits.ny.gov. The Tribal Advocate’s office is also available to assist you with questions. The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) helps low-income New Yorkers pay for their energy bills. If your bills are more than you can handle, HEAP may be able to […]