“We will be known forever by the tracks we leave.”
– Dakota Proverb
Our Stories
For Indigenous people, telling stories is embedded in our culture, our history, and our language. We remember who we are every time we tell a story that carries our values as teachings to be shared with our children. Through our stories, we share our deepest held beliefs about creation, our responsibility as human beings to be good relatives, and the importance of caring for our communities. We create the world we live in through the stories we tell.
On this page, Our Stories, we hope to rebuild relationships through sharing the stories of our seeds, our foods, and our work to reclaim traditional lifeways for the health and well-being of our communities. We welcome stories from your communities as well!
NAFSA Opens Call for Strategic Planning Proposals
Flagstaff, Arizona — April 7, 2025 —The Native American Food Sovereignty Alliance (NAFSA), a national nonprofit dedicated to advancing Indigenous food systems and Tribal self-determination, has released a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a strategic planning consultant...
NAFSA Opens 2025 Event Sponsorship RFP for Indigenous Food Sovereignty Initiatives
Flagstaff, Arizona — April 2, 2025 —The Native American Food Sovereignty Alliance (NAFSA), a national nonprofit dedicated to restoring Indigenous food systems, announced today the release of a Request for Proposal (RFP) for its 2025 Indigenous Food Sovereignty Event...
Standing with Indigenous Communities in the Wake of Los Angeles Wildfires
The recent wildfires in Los Angeles have devastated communities, causing widespread damage and loss. As we grapple with the aftermath, we hold space for all those affected—including the Tongva, Chumash, and Tataviam peoples, who have stewarded their ancestral lands...
Entering the Winter Solstice: Reflections, Renewal, and New Faces
As the winter solstice approaches, we find ourselves in the season of rest and reflection—a time to pause, take stock, and prepare for the work ahead. At NAFSA, this moment feels particularly significant as we close a year of growth and transformation.
Announcing 45 Recipients of the $2,000 Indigenous Seed Keepers Network Spring Seed Grower Stipends
Flagstaff, Arizona — August 5, 2024 — Native American Food Sovereignty Alliance is proud to announce the recipients of the 2024 Indigenous Seed Keepers Stipends. A total of 45 outstanding individuals from 36 different tribes have been awarded $2,000 each to...
NAFSA Issues Request for Proposal for Professional Audit Services
Flagstaff, Arizona — August 1, 2024 — The Native American Food Sovereignty Alliance (NAFSA), a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to restoring, affirming, and reclaiming Indigenous food systems, announced today the release...