It is 1964, and the world is tuned in to watch the Tokyo Olympics. Tamakhóche Thehíla (Billy Mills) is rounding the corner of the track...

Iyahnna High Hawk (seated on the left, in black) enjoyed her summer camp experience. After a busy and impactful season, summer is over at...

In any culture, women have always been an integral part of the community, and the women of the Lakota are no exception. For generations, the Lakota have practiced a traditional women's society Isnati  ceremony (coming of age). For young girls transitioning into their teenage years, this ceremony aims to teach them about their responsibilities, how to cook traditional food, self-care, making healthy choices, education, and planning for their future careers. Taught by mothers,

Opportunity, dignity, financial security, job security, and hope. Well-paying and meaningful jobs create economic opportunity and break the cycle of poverty on Pine Ridge Reservation. For years, the people of the Pine Ridge Reservation and One Spirit have been working on the Charging Buffalo Meat Processing Facility , a beacon of hope in a food desert and a community that needs employment opportunities. Charles Bamm Brewer, a.k.a. Captain Oglala Nation, and his staff are star

We have been contacted by a family of 12 from Allen that just lost almost all of their belongings in a fire.

In July, 7 kids from Pine Ridge travelled to the Greater Boston Area for 9 days of summer fun and learning!

Winters in South Dakota are notorious for being intense and often ruthless. Temperatures can drop below zero at night with wind chills...

In the heart of Pine Ridge, the Charging Buffalo Meat Processing Facility (CBMPF) is more than just a place of employment for the Oglala Lakota people; it's a beacon of hope, offering a chance at redemption and a pathway to a brighter future. Jeri Baker, Executive Director of One Spirit, recently visited the facility and was deeply moved by the stories of transformation she encountered. Learn more about the Charging Buffalo Meat Processing Facility Program In this blog post,

Greetings to our dear supporters and advocates of One Spirit, We're thrilled to kick off our IMPACT series with a heartwarming...

Summer is over and the weather is starting to cool down on the rez. Fall always brings so much beauty but it also brings hardships.

A great accomplishment after a lot of hard work and generosity from others.

By: Dawn Vanzant, One Spirit Board Member The Board has always supported and reiterated Jeri’s vision for creating independence and restoring self-reliance and dignity on the reservation. Basic human needs have not been addressed there for a long time, from lack of food, proper housing, and wood for fires to employment and support systems to nourish independence. One Spirit has filled the gap with limited funding and has established itself on the reservation as a non-profit

By: April Bly-Monnen, One Spirit Board Member Dear Esteemed Friends and Potential Supporters, We hope this message finds you well and filled with the spirit of compassion and generosity. In heartfelt unity, we extend our gratitude for your unwavering support so generously provided since our humble beginnings in service to the Lakota on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in 2005. With a profound appreciation for that support, we reflect on the transformative impact we have co

No one deserves to go hungry. For nearly two decades, our Food Distribution Program has stood as a beacon of hope on Pine Ridge Reservation, tirelessly working to provide nutritious food to those in need and combat the food desert that has long plagued this community. In partnership with the Lakota people, we are embarking on a transformative 3 to 5-year plan to foster self-sufficiency and eradicate the "food desert" designation. Central to this plan is regenerative agricult

"Wopila Tanka" "Many Thanks" We are so grateful for the many generous supporters of One Spirit and our endeavors to empower the Oglala Lakota of the Pine Ridge Reservation in their quest to achieve a more independent future. We are THRILLED to announce the establishment of a One Spirit Endowment Fund This fund will allow us to: Fund lasting and permanent change for the elders, youth, and families on the Pine Ridge Reservation Support current programs (i.e. food, heat, emp

By Jim Drevescraft I was recently very moved by the story of Kevin Poor Bear, a Lakota artist whose own story amply illustrates one of...

Session 1 of Camp Marrowbone has begun and everyone is having a great time!!

Today, as we face ongoing challenges, One Spirit remains steadfast in our mission to "Help the Lakota Help Themselves." Our volunteer...

The Allen Youth Center (AYC) on the Pine Ridge Reservation has been a beacon of hope for the local youth, providing them with a safe...

We are thrilled to announce that we have successfully met our fundraising goals for Phase One of AYC 2.0! Thanks to your unwavering...