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In collaboration with Indigenous Nations Poets, we hosted a #LanguageBack workshop that resulted in a marvelous video, viewable on the In-Na-Po Facebook page.

Their remaining workshops still have registration opportunities. For more details, please visit the Indigenous Nations Poets Facebook page.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

November 15, 2024

CONTACT: 
Melinda Cook, Chief of Staff
College of the Menominee Nation

melcook@menominee.edu (715) 799-6226, ext. 3040

College of Menominee Nation Announces Purchase of
Menominee Tribal Enterprises Office Building to Expand Capacity and Services for Community Members

KESHENA, Wisc. – 

The College of Menominee Nation (CMN) is proud to announce its intent to purchase the Menominee Tribal Enterprises Office Building at N3522 Cottage Ave, Neopit, WI, 54150. The building, a 10,500sqft wood log construction, has been historically owned and occupied by Menominee Tribal Enterprises for administrative purposes, and CMN will currently provide opportunities for community members in Neopit, as well as the surrounding communities, including Zoar and Middle Village.

Regarding the purchase, President Caldwell said, “The purchase of the Administrative office building in Neopit serves as a grounding point for our collaborative workforce development efforts with Menominee Tribal Enterprises. This grounding also allows CMN to extend training and other opportunities to pursue our mission directly in the Neopit community.”

President Caldwell and his Cabinet will host a meeting on Thursday, December 5th, 2024, to solicit community input on the vision and purpose for future use of this office building. Community members are encouraged to attend and will receive a light dinner.

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The College of Menominee Nation is a tribal Land Grant college, chartered by the Menominee people. The College's main campus is in Keshena, Wisconsin, with a second located in metropolitan Green Bay, not far from the tribal lands of the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin. More information about CMN can be found at www.menominee.edu.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Indigenous Advise, LLC

Nicole Fish
Email: nicolef@indigenousadvise.com
Phone: 715-851-3293

Jennifer Peters
Email: jenniferp@indigenousadvise.com
Phone: 715-701-0386

College of Menominee Nation Announces the Release of 2025 Next-Gen Mini-Grant
Applications Due January 3, 2025

Keshena, WI – October 31, 2024 –

The College of Menominee Nation (CMN) is excited to announce that applications for the 2025 NextGen Mini-Grant Program are now open. This
initiative, funded by USDA NexGen, offers a unique opportunity for Tribal communities in Wisconsin to enhance their capacity in natural resources, sustainable foods, and nutrition through innovative and community-focused projects.

The NextGen Mini-Grant Program will award a total of $60,000 in 2025 to projects that aim to promote food sovereignty, build capacity in Food, Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Human Sciences (FANH), and strengthen the resilience of Tribal communities.

Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled members or descendants of the 12 Tribes in Wisconsin, operate in the state of Wisconsin, and be a Tribe, Tribal Entity, business, or a representative from a school organization.

Projects should focus on the areas of natural resources, sustainable foods, nutrition, or any initiative that supports long-term sustainability and food sovereignty within the community.

Key Dates:
• Application Deadline: January 3, 2025
• Award Notification: February 15, 2025
• Project Start Date: March 2025

Jennifer Peters, representing Indigenous Advise LLC, emphasized the importance of this program: "The Next-Gen Mini-Grant Program continues to support innovative, community-led projects that contribute to sustainable practices and food security. We are eager to see what new ideas come forward for the 2025 cycle."

Geraldine Sanapaw, Chief Academic Officers-College of Menominee Nation added, "This grant provides a meaningful way for Tribal business and communities to strengthen their resources and enhance their ability to support our Tribal communities through sustainable projects. We encourage all eligible Tribal entities to apply."

How to Apply: To apply for the 2025 Next-Gen Mini-Grant, visit https://www.menominee.edu/nextgen-grants. Application guidelines, FAQs, and additional support materials are available on the website to assist potential applicants in submitting strong proposals.

Selection Criteria: Projects will be evaluated based on their relevance to program goals, feasibility, potential impact on the community, sustainability, budget justification, and level of community involvement. A panel of evaluators from CMN and Indigenous Advise LLC will review the applications and recommend recipients.

Stay Connected: For more information, updates, and future announcements about the Next-Gen Mini-Grant Program, follow CMN on social media:
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/collegeofmenomineenation/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cmnedu/?hl=en

For any questions about the application process or eligibility, please contact Nicole Fish or Jennifer Peters at cmngrants@indigenousadvise.com.
 

About College of Menominee Nation
The College of Menominee Nation, an accredited institution of higher learning, is committed to
advancing educational opportunities and community well-being through culturally relevant
programs, research, and collaboration.
About Indigenous Advise LLC
Indigenous Advise LLC offers consulting and support services aimed at empowering Indigenous
communities through sustainable development, capacity building, and strategic initiatives.