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As a child, April listened to the stories shared in her grandmother’s quilting circle.

To give back, she started the community’s first ever all-Indian Girl Scout troop.

Being a Tribal Princess is more than a title, you are a role model in the community.

This father and son are passionate about keeping ceremonial culture alive.

Students of Poarch culture, these brothers have a passion for “Fancy Dance.”

Dancing sparks a sense of freedom and exhilaration.

Larry is grateful that his children have had the opportunity to immerse in Poarch culture.

Craig is dedicated to the protection of Poarch people and the community at large.

Amber shares with her son Colby, the fulfilling process of learning Poarch traditions.

Maxwell explores the importance of elevating Tribal youth through education and values.

Brice explains Green Corn, a ceremony of renewal and forgiveness that unites Tribes across the country.

Madison is committed to learning the traditions of her ancient heritage.

Mal shares stories of his youth, growing up at Poarch.

Inspired by the perseverance of her ancestors, Mindy got her degree while working and raising three sons.

A story about education and forgiveness, and the determination of her father.

How can we benefit our neighbors? This question Chris considers daily.

The tradition of picking Mayhaw berries, a fruit that bears itself just once a year.

Growing up in a family of 13 with very little means, hard work was a way of life.

Finger weaving has a place in Poarch history as well as its Princess Contest.

Finger weaving has a place in Poarch history as well as its Princess Contest.

With her dad away as a pulp wood worker, mom fed the kids from the garden she grew.

Denise helps Indian youths know their gifts and worth on the road to academic achievement.

Looking back on his youth conjures fond memories, including working the land with a crew of boys.

In tradition and culture, Jack finds solace and connection.

Dancers Madison and Blake use ceremonial dance to find joy, catharsis and connection.

The generous spirit of Amanda’s grandfather, Otha, shaped her family’s values of giving and sharing.

Playing baseball has taught Tristan important life lessons.

A matriarch of five living generations, Vallie reminisces about her father, Fred Walker, unofficial Tribal chief.

This 2015 Senior Princess overcame her fears about standing in the limelight.

When we help one person get back on their feet, there’s a ripple effect.

It takes a community to support meaningful efforts.

Museums help us understand ourselves in unique ways.

If you can change a parent’s life, you can change a whole family.

Standing in the gap for children at the State House, kids’ needs are not forgotten.

Honesty, teamwork and integrity help shape a strong community.

Bringing essential resources to families on the road to self-sufficiency.

A passion for benefitting youths and improving educational policies.

The importance of fire prevention campaigns to keep families safe.

Dedicated to advancing the independence of people with disabilities through a unique camp.

Shuttling high risk patients to get them the care that they need.

Researching the problems that threaten the health of babies to keep families whole.

4-H programs allow kids to compete with their animals, and develop life skills.

The role of the arts is to feed the soul.

An advocate for the business community, encouraging economic growth.

Increasing science literacy and sparking imagination instills a sense of wonder in the world.

Reaching communities and keeping them together revitalizes neighborhoods.

Halloween fun for the health and wellbeing of the community.

Drug enforcement’s primary function in this Sheriff’s life is saving people.

The example Poarch sets is more than just the dollars and the cents.

A Festival that benefits businesses and communities.

Fire protection in first responders is a key quality of life element.

Developing a future group of leaders who will work for the benefit of all.

Therapeutic riding enhances life for people with disabilities from children to wounded warriors.