The Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, already deeply impoverished, has been hit hard with a surge of COVID-19 cases. With winter quickly approaching, we ask you to consider how you can help the Lakota People. We are working with @thetipiraisers to collect donations of much needed supplies: Face Masks Disposable Medical Gloves Sanitation Supplies (Bleach, Anti-bacterial Wipes, Cleaners, Hand Sanitizer) Basic Medical Supplies (Thermometers, Oximeters, Acetaminophen, NO alcohol-based products) Toothpaste, Toothbrushes, Soap, Shampoo & Conditioner Toilet Paper, Tissues, Paper Towels NEW Hats, Scarves, Gloves, Socks (all sizes) NEW Work Gloves NEW Warm Blankets NEW Space Heaters Water Gallons Non-perishable Food Diapers Cereal Coffee Dog Food _ Please drop donations of these supplies in our designated container. Additionally, in their Race to Winterize, they are looking for volunteers to work alongside Lakota tribal workers to prepare families’ homes for the coming winter. This effort is also in need of the following supplies (make arrangements for donation with @thetipiraisers directly): Pick-up Truck, Siding, Lumber, Fencing, Concrete, Propane, Hot Water Heaters, Insulation (sheet & roll), DryWall, Nails/Screws, Fasteners, Plumbing, Electrical Supplies Please help us support @thetipiraisers in their mission: “To be a multi-cultural and cross-generational community who work and play together to alleviate conditions of poverty, honor indigenous wisdom and begin to reconcile the tragic history of the Lakota People on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.” Monetary donations can be made at thetipiraisers.org (at Turtle Boat) https://www.instagram.com/p/CHieWdalD8X/?igshid=faqjbxigirg4
