As Cherokee Nation citizens, we draw strength from those who came before us. Our elders are the foundation of our communities, the keepers of our history, and the heart of our families. As we gathered recently for the annual Cherokee Elder Summit, we renewed a promise to care…

The Cherokee Nation is adjusting its emergency cash assistance program for citizens on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in response to the federal government's decision to issue partial November benefits.

Cherokee Nation Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications for the 2026-27 academic year. The deadline to apply is Jan. 31, 2026. The nonprofit organization awarded more than $500,000 last year, the most in its history.

On Monday Cherokee Nation announced an expansion of its emergency cash assistance program to all Cherokee Nation citizens on SNAP nationwide and will adjust payments as the federal government partially pays November benefits.