NAC is Grateful Recipient of $250,000 Thunderbirds Charities Grant
Posted on July 06, 2022
Native American Connections (NAC) is the grateful recipient of a $250,000 grant from Thunderbirds Charities for the expansion of our Homeless Youth Services. Read more »
Save the Date for the 38th Annual NAC Parade
Posted on June 22, 2022
Join us Saturday, October 8th as we celebrate two milestone anniversaries of serving American Indians in the Phoenix area. Read more »
Congratulations to the NAC Integrated Health team on their 2022 UIO Innovation Award!
Posted on May 27, 2022
The National Council of Urban Indian Health has recognized NAC during the 2022 Urban Indian Awards. Read more »
Announcing a New Emergency Youth Shelter: Surprise Homebase Youth Services
Posted on February 17, 2022
Native American Connections is pleased to introduce Surprise HomeBase, a new emergency youth housing shelter community located at 12215 W. Bell Road in Surprise, Arizona. This facility will be the only emergency shelter for homeless youth in the West Valley duplicating similar services currently provided at HomeBase in Central Phoenix. Read more »
New Sweatlodge Built at Patina Wellness Center
Posted on January 07, 2022
We're excited to announce the construction of Patina Wellness Center's Sweatlodge, a traditional space where residents will participate in cleansing ceremony. Read more »
Give to NAC: An Arizona Qualifying Charitable Organization!
Posted on December 07, 2021
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Back to School 2021 with STSK
Posted on July 29, 2021
Start the school year with a great big smile; check out these back to school tips from the Strong Teeth Strong Kid campaign, complete with Arizona dentist and AZ dental coverage resources! Read more »
Juneteenth in Arizona
Posted on June 17, 2021
Juneteenth, also referred to as Freedom Day, is observed each June 19th, honoring the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Check out these in-person and virtual events and celebrate freedom with your community! Read more »
June is Oral Health Month!
Posted on June 08, 2021
Good oral hygiene can help prevent many dental problems and save you and your children from painful toothaches and costly dental concerns in the future. Learn more about the ways NAC raises oral health awareness with our partnership campaign, Strong Teeth, Strong Kid. Read more »
May is Mental Health Awareness Month!
Posted on May 19, 2021
In June of 2020, 40% of adults in the U.S. reported struggling with substance abuse or mental health issues. The CDC suggests using community-level prevention and intervention efforts to address mental-health issues, which have been exacerbated by the pandemic. NAC believes that spirituality and culture are essential to growth and healing. This National Mental Health Month, Native American Connections shares its approach to addressing community mental health issues. Read more »