Meet the 2024 Community Spirit Award honorees
We're thrilled to announce the honorees of the 2024 First Peoples Fund Community Spirit Award! Each year, we have the privilege of shining a spotlight on outstanding Native artists and culture bearers from across the nation through the Jennifer Easton Community Spirit Awards (CSA). These remarkable individuals infuse the cultural richness of their people into everything they create. For them, uplifting their community is not just a duty but a sacred calling. Through this award, First Peoples Fund celebrates those who have made a lifetime commitment to generously share their cultural wisdom and ancestral talents while enriching their communities. Meet the 2024 Community Spirit Award honorees!
"Their dedication to their people is evident in their persistent and nurturing efforts to teach their art forms and traditional ways of life. The award not only highlights ancient art forms thriving in innovative ways but also sheds light on those at risk of disappearing forever. It also allows us to connect with and welcome these esteemed honorees into the First Peoples Fund family."
Lori Pourier (Oglala Lakota), President/CEO of First Peoples Fund, describes Community Spirit Award honorees as "integral members of their communities." Lori continues, adding, "Their dedication to their people is evident in their persistent and nurturing efforts to teach their art forms and traditional ways of life. The award not only highlights ancient art forms thriving in innovative ways but also sheds light on those at risk of disappearing forever. It also allows us to connect with and welcome these esteemed honorees into the First Peoples Fund family."
Join us in celebrating the incredible achievements of the 2024 Community Spirit Award honorees and support Indigenous artists by sharing their inspiring stories.
