Honoring Our Cherokee Veterans Through Service and Connection
Our duty to care for those who have served our tribal Nation and our country is among our greatest honors in Cherokee Nation.
Cherokee Film contributes to authentic Indigenous representation in new Ken Burns’ docuseries
In honor of Native American History Month, Cherokee Film is encouraging the public to experience “The American Revolution,” premiering on Sunday, Nov. 16, on PBS stations nationwide and airing for six consecutive nights.
Cherokee Nation accepting applications for Elder Angel Project through Nov. 18
The Cherokee Nation is accepting applications for its annual Elder Angel Project, which provides Christmas gifts to eligible Cherokee elders.
Cherokee Nation to host inaugural Cherokee Veterans Summit
The Cherokee Nation will celebrate Cherokee veterans during the tribe’s inaugural Cherokee Veterans Summit, which will host meetings in Roland and Vinita this month.
Expanding Food Security and Protecting Cherokee Elders
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…
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Language
New Cherokee Language Efforts Aimed for All Generations
The Cherokee language is the heart of who we are as a people. It carries our history, our way of life, and the values that connect us across generations. When we speak our language, we honor our ancestors and ensure that future generations can know themselves as Cherokee.
Education
Cherokee Nation Foundation opens scholarship application window
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.
Sovereignty
Chief Hoskin, U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Kennedy sign historic Claremore Indian Hospital transfer agreement
Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. participated in a historic signing ceremony Tuesday, Sept. 23, with U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to formally acknowledge the transfer of operations of the Claremore Indian Hospital.
Wellness
Chief Hoskin, Deputy Chief Warner sign legislation to expand Public Health and Wellness Fund Act
Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr., Deputy Chief Bryan Warner, members of the Council of the Cherokee Nation and Cherokee Nation Public Health leaders and staff gathered to sign an amended Public Health and Wellness Fund Act legislation Monday, Sept. 29.
Education
Cherokee Nation Foundation opens scholarship application window
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.
Wellness
Chief Hoskin, Deputy Chief Warner sign legislation to expand Public Health and Wellness Fund Act
Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr., Deputy Chief Bryan Warner, members of the Council of the Cherokee Nation and Cherokee Nation Public Health leaders and staff gathered to sign an amended Public Health and Wellness Fund Act legislation Monday, Sept. 29.
Sovereignty
Chief Hoskin, U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Kennedy sign historic Claremore Indian Hospital transfer agreement
Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. participated in a historic signing ceremony Tuesday, Sept. 23, with U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to formally acknowledge the transfer of operations of the Claremore Indian Hospital.
Language
New Cherokee Language Efforts Aimed for All Generations
The Cherokee language is the heart of who we are as a people. It carries our history, our way of life, and the values that connect us across generations. When we speak our language, we honor our ancestors and ensure that future generations can know themselves as Cherokee.