CURRENT NEEDS
As of September, 2018, our most urgent needs are:
Gas money for local distribution of much needed food, school supplies, etc. provided by the national organizations Running Strong for American Indian Youth and Native American Heritage Association (NAHA). Donations arrive on the Reservation and have to be picked-up by Jerome High Horse and distributed to local families.
Sacred Shawl Society women’s shelter in Martin needs the following:
Strollers – Small portable type for trips to the clinic.
Fans – It’s still hot on the Rez and the shelter doesn’t have air conditioning.
Laundry Detergent – “Pod” type. Women are given 3 pods during their stay.
Toiletries – Small or hotel size, any size welcome.
Kitchenware – Pots and pans, skillets, spatulas, etc. Women are given some cookware, if they have any, and dishes and cutlery from the dollar store when they leave the shelter.
Cleaning Supplies – They can use most anything.
Kitchen supplies – Plastic wrap, foil, plastic bags all sizes, garbage bags, etc.
Pantry Staples – Coffee, tea, peanut butter, spices, cereal, crackers, pasta, etc.
Blankets – Blankets, quilts, afghans – all sizes needed.
Dress up clothes – Old Halloween costumes, hats, etc.
Clothes for Kids and Women
My Space Youth Center in Martin – children’s needs:
Clothing – Pants, shirts, dresses, skirts, leggings, etc.
Underwear – For boys and girls all sizes, girls’ sports bras 12-16 and S/M adult.
Socks and Shoes – All sizes up to adult for older kids.
Outerwear – Coats, jackets, hoodies, sweaters.
School Supplies – Wide ruled paper, pencils, colored pencils, erasers, notebooks, backpacks, etc.
Menstrual Needs – Sanitary napkins and tampons. Girls stay home from school during their cycle if they don’t have supplies.
Pajamas – All sizes, girls especially like nightgowns for “twirling”. Pajama pants and a T shirt are fine.
Books – All kinds for kids of all ages including board books for babies.
Donations can be sent :
Via USPS
Sacred Shawl Society or My Space Youth Center
c/o Wild Horse Butte CDC
PO Box 488
Martin, SD 57551
Via UPS, FedEx or other carrier
Sacred Shawl Society or My Space Youth Center
c/o Wild Horse Butte CDC
401 5th Street
Martin, SD 57551
605-685-1168
Marty Indian School needs:
School Supplies- crayons, markers, colored pencils, pencils, erasers, wide ruled paper, notebooks, index cards, rulers, glue and glue sticks, pencil sharpeners, backpacks, etc.
Snack Items – Cheese and crackers, granola bars, graham crackers, fruit roll ups, fruit cups, and other healthy snacks.
Toiletries – Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, (small or travel sizes), deodorant, sanitary napkins, tampons (girls favorite). Laundry detergent “pods”, dish soap, toilet paper, etc. for parents.
Toys – Cars, sports equipment, games and puzzles, dolls, art/craft supplies, coloring/sticker books, fidget toys, girls’ hair accessories, busy bags, books, etc.
Donations can be sent:
Via USPS
Marty Indian School
Attn: George Erdahl, Prinicpal
PO Box 187
Marty, SD 57361
Via UPS, FedEx or other carrier
Marty Indian School
Attn: George Erdahl, Prinicpal
100 S. Main Street
Marty, SD 57361
605-384-4021
Clothing, food, baby supplies, household items, fabric, sewing and craft supplies, may be donated to Lakota Friends Circle in care of Theresa and Jerome High Horse for distribution to needy families and individuals in Wanblee and surrounding areas.
Books for the new community center in Wanblee. There is a continuing need for books of all sorts. New and gently used volumes are greatly appreciated.
Donations can be sent:
Via USPS
Lakota Friends Circle
Attn: Theresa and Jerome High Horse
PO Box 317
Wanblee SD 57577
Via FedEx, UPS or other carrier
Lakota Friends Circle
Attn: Theresa and Jerome High Horse
1272 Sioux Circle
Wanblee SD 57577